The Constitutional Review Committee (CRC) has proposed an extension of the presidential term of office from four to five years as part of measures to enhance governance and ensure policy continuity.
The proposal was disclosed on Monday, December 22, when the Chairman of the Committee, Professor Henry Kwasi Prempeh, formally presented the Committee’s report to President John Dramani Mahama at the Jubilee House.
Prof. Prempeh said the recommendation was aimed at providing a more stable governance framework by giving presidents sufficient time to formulate, implement and consolidate long-term national policies without the pressure of frequent election cycles.
He explained that the proposal was not intended to weaken democratic accountability, stressing that it was underpinned by efforts to strengthen state institutions, improve checks and balances, and enhance efficiency in public administration.
Details of the Committee’s full justification for the proposed extension are yet to be released to the public.
In his response, President Mahama commended members of the Committee for what he described as a comprehensive and reflective review of the 1992 Constitution. He assured the Committee that its recommendations would be carefully examined and subjected to the appropriate constitutional processes and public engagement.
The proposed extension of the presidential term forms part of a broader set of reforms contained in the CRC’s report, which is expected to generate nationwide discussion ahead of any potential constitutional amendments.
Source: metrotvonline.com
