9 h. ago Ghanaians Feel Trapped in Democracy Without Real Choice, Says Review Chair

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanaians-feel-trapped-in-democracy-without-real-choice-says-review-chair/Professor H Kwasi Prempeh has revealed that public consultations by the Constitutional Review Committee (CRC) uncovered growing frustration among citizens who feel Ghana’s democratic system no longer offers meaningful alternatives despite regular elections. The CRC chairman, speaking December 27 on TV3’s Hot Issues programme, said nationwide engagements showed people remain appreciative of democratic freedoms, particularly […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanaians-feel-trapped-in-democracy-without-real-choice-says-review-chair/

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9 h. ago Prempeh Defends Thirty Year Presidential Age Proposal as Voter Choice

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/prempeh-defends-thirty-year-presidential-age-proposal-as-voter-choice/Professor H Kwasi Prempeh has defended the Constitutional Review Committee’s (CRC) recommendation to lower the minimum age for presidential candidates from 40 to 30 years, arguing that voters rather than constitutional barriers should determine who leads the nation. The CRC chairman, speaking December 27 on TV3’s Hot Issues programme, dismissed concerns that a 30 year […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/prempeh-defends-thirty-year-presidential-age-proposal-as-voter-choice/

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9 h. ago Constitutional Review Committee Proposes Scrapping Fixed Academic Retirement Age

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/constitutional-review-committee-proposes-scrapping-fixed-academic-retirement-age/The Constitutional Review Committee (CRC) is proposing removal of the compulsory retirement age of 60 years from the 1992 Constitution, with its chairman arguing that current arrangements force productive academics out of universities prematurely. Professor H Kwasi Prempeh, speaking December 27 during a TV3 interview with Kemmini Amanor, questioned why university lecturers must retire five […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/constitutional-review-committee-proposes-scrapping-fixed-academic-retirement-age/

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15 h. ago Constitutional Amendment Process Empowers Minority in Parliament Says Barker

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/constitutional-amendment-process-empowers-minority-in-parliament-says-barker-vormawor/Oliver Barker-Vormawor, convener of the FixTheCountry Movement, has stated that Ghana’s constitutional amendment process grants significant power to the parliamentary minority, making unilateral changes by any governing party virtually impossible. Speaking on JoyNews’ Newsfile on Saturday, December 27, 2025, the activist and lawyer emphasized that constitutional reforms must navigate stringent parliamentary procedures that cannot bypass […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/constitutional-amendment-process-empowers-minority-in-parliament-says-barker-vormawor/

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20 h. ago Ghana Gold Board Faces Scrutiny Over Financial Sustainability Concerns

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-gold-board-faces-scrutiny-over-financial-sustainability-concerns/The Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) is at the center of intense debate over its financial operations and risk management as the Bank of Ghana prepares to exit artisanal gold trading on January 1, 2026. The controversy intensified following the International Monetary Fund (IMF) Fifth Review report on Ghana’s Extended Credit Facility programme, which disclosed that […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-gold-board-faces-scrutiny-over-financial-sustainability-concerns/

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20 h. ago Nigeria Advances to AFCON Last Sixteen After Tunisia Victory

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/nigeria-advances-to-afcon-last-sixteen-after-tunisia-victory/Nigeria’s Super Eagles have secured a place in the knockout stage of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) following a 3-2 victory over Tunisia on Saturday night. The match, played at Fez Stadium in Morocco, saw Nigeria score three goals through Victor Osimhen, Wilfried Ndidi, and Ademola Lookman, ensuring qualification from their group with […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/nigeria-advances-to-afcon-last-sixteen-after-tunisia-victory/

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24 h. ago Justice by guesswork is dangerous – Constitution Review Chair calls for data

Chairman of the Constitution Review Committee, Prof Henry Kwasi Prempeh, has warned that reforming Ghana’s justice system without solid data could do more harm than good.

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24 h. ago Justice delayed is justice denied, the system is failing litigants – Constitution Review Chair

Chairman of the Constitution Review Committee, Prof Henry Kwasi Prempeh, says cases are ageing in the courts for far too long, leaving litigants trapped in legal battles that last decades.

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24 h. ago Reform without data is a gamble – Constitution Review Chair warns against rushing Supreme Court changes

The Chairman of the Constitution Review Committee has warned against rushing reforms to Ghana’s judicial structure without firm data to justify the changes, particularly proposals affecting the Supreme Court.

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38 h. ago ‘NDC can’t change the constitution alone’ – Minority MPs hold key role, says Barker

Convener of the FixTheCountry Movement, Oliver Barker-Vormawor, has observed that the legal process required to amend recommendations by the Constitution Review Committee (CRC) could significantly strengthen the influence of the minority in Parliament.

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40 h. ago Victoria Bright supports lowering presidential age limit to 30

Chartered legal practitioner and entrepreneur, Victoria Bright, has expressed her support for the proposed amendment to Ghana’s Constitution to lower the minimum age for contesting the presidency from 40 to 30 years.

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41 h. ago Why Ghana’s Constitution Review Committee’s Work Should Be Extended to Strategic Communication

Ghana’s Constitution Review Committee (CRC) has completed the task it was formally given. Through extensive consultations and careful analysis, it compiled citizen views and expert input and submitted its report, Transforming Ghana: From Electoral Democracy to Developmental Democracy, to the President on Monday, December 22, 2025. In procedural terms, the Committee’s mandate has been fulfilled. […]

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41 h. ago Prof. Prempeh defends lowering presidential age, cites Kufuor’s early leadership roles

Professor Henry Kwasi Prempeh, Chairman of the Constitution Review Committee (CRC), has justified the committee’s recommendation to reduce the minimum age for presidential candidates to 30, responding to criticisms that the proposal could allow inexperienced individuals to assume the nation’s highest office.

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42 h. ago Ghanaians entitled to propose constitutional changes – Charlotte Osei

A member of the Constitution Review Committee (CRC), Charlotte Kesson-Smith Osei, has emphasised that every Ghanaian has the right to suggest amendments to the nation’s constitution, following criticisms of the CRC’s recent recommendations.

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43 h. ago CRC Proposals: We were very mindful not to create problems while solving existing ones – Charlotte Osei

Lawyer and former Chair of the National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE) and the Electoral Commission of Ghana, Charlotte Osei, has emphasised the importance of caution and balance in Ghana’s constitutional reform process.

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44 h. ago Charlotte Osei describes CRC work as “a privilege of a lifetime”

Lawyer and former Chairperson of the Electoral Commission and the National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE), Charlotte Kesson-Smith Osei, has described her participation in the Constitution Review Committee (CRC) as “a privilege of a lifetime”.

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45 h. ago Livestream: Newsfile discusses Constitution review report and AG’s ORAL drive

This weekend’s edition of Newsfile, host Samson Lardy Anyenini and his panellists discusses the Constitution Review Committee’s final report and the latest updates on the Operation Recover All Loot (ORAL), including high-profile cases.

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45 h. ago Playback: Newsfile discussed Constitution review report and AG’s ORAL drive

This weekend’s edition of Newsfile, host Samson Lardy Anyenini and his panellists discusses the Constitution Review Committee’s final report and the latest updates on the Operation Recover All Loot (ORAL), including high-profile cases.

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48 h. ago How presidential control has weakened Council of State – Prof H. Kwasi Prempeh explains

Prof Henry Kwasi Prempeh, the chairman of the Constitution Review Committee, says excessive presidential control has weakened the Council of State and undermined its original purpose as an independent advisory body.

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48 h. ago Why Council of State must be fixed, not scrapped – Constitution Review Chair explains

The chairman of the Constitution Review Committee says Ghana should reform the Council of State rather than abolish it, arguing that the institution plays a critical role in a deeply polarised political system.

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