Accra: President John Dramani Mahama is set to preside over a critical Cabinet meeting on Thursday, May 14, 2026, focusing on significant constitutional reforms. The meeting is scheduled to deliberate on the recommendations put forward by the Constitutional Review Committee (CRC).
According to Ghana Web, the Minister of State in charge of Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, revealed in an interview on JoyNews that a draft paper has been prepared following thorough consultations and legal assessments by the Attorney General, Dr. Dominic Akurutinga Ayine, and the president's legal team. With these preparations complete, the Cabinet is poised to evaluate the recommendations from the constitutional review exercise.
Kwakye Ofosu emphasized that this special Cabinet session, chaired by President Mahama, will assess the draft position paper that outlines the government's stance on the CRC's recommendations. Unlike commissions of inquiry, which require a white paper, the constitutional review process necessitates a position paper that will be made public to inform citizens of the government's views on the proposed reforms.
The Minister further noted that after Cabinet's approval, the subsequent phase will involve implementing the recommendations. This includes setting up an implementation committee to oversee the process. He clarified that the government would treat the recommendations differently, with some being fully accepted, others modified, and some potentially rejected based on their practicality and feasibility.
While the focus remains on the constitutional review, Kwakye Ofosu mentioned that other issues might also be addressed during the meeting. The CRC's report, submitted to President Mahama on December 22, 2025, contains proposed amendments to Ghana's 1992 Constitution. These amendments aim to enhance governance, promote citizen participation, and address national concerns, including extending the presidential term to five years and discontinuing the hybrid system that allows ministers to serve as Members of Parliament.