Ghana’s Constitutional Review Committee (CRC) has unveiled a set of proposed reforms aimed at reshaping the nation’s governance framework. On 22 December 2025, the CRC recommended altering the presidential term from the existing four years to five years and introducing a 30-year minimum age limit for presidential candidates. These changes are intended to provide leaders with additional time to implement long-term policy objectives and ensure a youthful but experienced cohort of national leaders.
CRC Chair Professor Henry Kwasi Prempeh articulated that the longer term seeks to balance governance continuity with accountability, arguing that the current four-year cycle often limits substantial policy execution. While the Committee confirmed that the reform package does not permit a third presidential term, it underscores the need for constitutional evolution to reflect contemporary political realities.
The proposal also includes civic reforms such as enhanced anti-corruption measures and strengthened constitutional safeguards for citizen rights. Observers anticipate robust debate in both Parliament and civil society about the potential impacts of the amendments, particularly considering Ghana’s democratic gains and frequent calls for constitutional modernization. Public consultations are expected to extend into 2026 as stakeholders weigh in on the proposals before any referenda or parliamentary decisions.
