President John Dramani Mahama is expected to chair a special Cabinet meeting today, Thursday, May 14, as government moves closer to taking key decisions on recommendations submitted by the Constitutional Review Committee (CRC).
The high-level meeting will focus on government’s official response to proposals aimed at reforming Ghana’s 1992 Constitution following months of consultations and legal assessment.
Government spokesperson Felix Kwakye Ofosu disclosed that a draft position paper has already been prepared after extensive review by the Attorney-General and the President’s legal team.
Speaking on Joy News, Mr Kwakye Ofosu said President Mahama had earlier directed that the CRC report be carefully examined to help shape government’s position on the recommendations.
According to him, the review process has now been concluded, paving the way for Cabinet to deliberate on the proposals and adopt an official position.
He explained that the special Cabinet sitting would primarily consider the draft position paper, which outlines government’s stance on the various constitutional reform recommendations.
Mr Kwakye Ofosu noted that unlike a commission of inquiry, which requires the publication of a white paper, the constitutional review process only demands a position paper indicating government’s response to the proposals.
He added that once Cabinet approves the document, it will be made public to ensure transparency and allow Ghanaians to understand government’s position on the proposed constitutional reforms.
According to him, the next phase after Cabinet approval would involve implementation steps, including the possible establishment of a committee to oversee the execution of approved reforms.
Mr Kwakye Ofosu further indicated that government would not adopt all the recommendations wholesale, explaining that some proposals could be accepted fully, others amended, while certain recommendations may be rejected based on feasibility and practicality.
He also hinted that although the constitutional review agenda would dominate discussions, Cabinet may consider other national matters during the meeting.
Government, he assured, remains committed to continuous public engagement throughout the constitutional reform process.
