The Constitution Review Committee (CRC), acting under the direct mandate of His Excellency President John Dramani Mahama, has officially announced a comprehensive series of Zonal Public Engagements across Ghana.
Rainer Akumperigya, PhD, Secretary to the Constitution Review Committee in a statement noted that the initiative underscores the Committee’s unwavering commitment to its core mandate.
“These engagements are part of the Committee’s mandate to solicit views, inputs, and proposals from the Ghanaian people on the review of the 1992 Constitution.”
Rainer Akumperigya, PhD, Secretary, Constitution Review Committee
The nationwide consultation schedule, meticulously planned to cover key regions, commences in Bolgatanga on June 16-17, 2025, though the exact venue for this inaugural session is yet to be confirmed.
Following this northern launch, the Committee will proceed to Tamale for engagements on June 18-19, 2025, before moving westward to Wa on June 23-24, 2025.
As July dawns, the CRC’s focus will shift to the eastern and southern parts of the country, beginning with Koforidua on July 3-4, 2025, and then to Ho on July 7-8, 2025. The nation’s capital, Accra, will host its crucial sessions on July 10-11, 2025, a pivotal moment for urban stakeholders.
The coastal regions will then take centre stage, with sessions scheduled for Cape Coast on July 15-16, 2025, and Takoradi on July 17-18, 2025.
Concluding the extensive zonal tour, the Committee will engage with citizens in Sunyani on July 24-25, 2025, culminating in Kumasi on July 28-29, 2025, ensuring a broad geographical reach and maximum participation.
This public outreach is a testament to the belief that the Constitution is not merely a legal document but a living embodiment of the collective will and aspirations of all Ghanaians.
Call for Active Participation
Consequently, the CRC issued a fervent call to action, urging all citizens, regardless of their background or affiliation, to actively participate in these forthcoming engagements.
Community leaders, civil society organisations, esteemed traditional authorities, vibrant youth groups, and a myriad of other stakeholders are specifically encouraged to contribute their insights, ideas, and concerns.
The Committee firmly believes that every voice is essential in shaping a Constitution that truly reflects the shared values, collective aspirations, and developmental trajectory of Ghana.
The impending zonal engagements are built upon a robust foundation of preliminary consultations and visitations undertaken by the CRC.
Under the distinguished leadership of the venerable Professor H. Kwesi Prempeh, the Committee has already engaged with a wide spectrum of influential figures, gathering diverse perspectives critical to its mandate.
These key stakeholders include former heads of state, notably former President John Agyekum Kufuor, former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, and former Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia, whose experience and historical insights offer invaluable guidance.
Beyond past executives, the Committee has also sought the counsel of prominent legislative figures, including the former Speaker of Parliament, Prof. Aaron Mike Oquaye, the current Speaker of Parliament, the Rt Hon. Alban Bagbin, and the former Majority Leader and 8th Member of Parliament, Hon. Osei Kyei-Mensah Bonsu.
Academic expertise has also been pivotal, with the Committee consulting Professor Kwamena Ahwoi, a renowned scholar in Local Governance and a former Minister under the late Rawlings administration, whose deep understanding of Ghana’s administrative landscape provides crucial context.
The comprehensive mandate given to the Constitution Review Committee by President Mahama extends beyond mere consultation.
It encompasses the critical task of reviewing previous reports and recommendations pertinent to constitutional reform, a process that ensures continuity and builds upon prior efforts.
Furthermore, the Committee is charged with the meticulous analysis and synthesis of all findings gathered from its broad citizen and stakeholder engagements.
This rigorous analytical phase will then inform the development of a clear and actionable roadmap for proposed amendments to the 1992 Constitution, charting a path towards a more relevant and responsive framework for governance.
As the CRC embarks on this vital phase, it emphasised the ongoing opportunity for citizens to contribute through written submissions.
Individuals and organisations unable to attend the zonal engagements or preferring to submit their views in writing are strongly encouraged to send their proposals to submissions@constitutionreviewgh.org
This dual approach of in-person consultations and digital submissions aims to maximize inclusivity, ensuring that every Ghanaian has a convenient avenue to contribute to this monumental national discourse.
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