Constitutional Review Committee

Also known as: CRC

Constitutional Review Committee — body that made recommendations on Ghana's 1992 Constitution including presidential term extension and institutional reforms, now under government review.

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In coverage

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May 2026
14 MayJoy Online
The National House of Chiefs has rejected the Constitutional Review Committee (CRC) recommendation to merge the Office of the Administrator of Stool Lands (OASL) with the Lands Commission. …
National House of Chiefs rejects CRC recommendation to merge OASL with Lands Commission
4 MayJoy Online
… The anti-corruption space must eventually crystallise into the Anti-Corruption and Ethics Commission (AEC) as envisaged in the proposals of the Constitutional Review Committee (CRC). …
Fate of OSP, future of anti-corruption mandate

Politics

Ghana urges African political finance reforms to protect democracy

The News

Ghana has called for urgent reforms to political financing across Africa, warning that growing money influence is undermining democratic integrity, excluding capable leaders, and weakening public trust in institutions. Deputy Minister Thomas Nyarko Ampem told attendees at a regional convening in Accra that rising campaign costs are preventing competent citizens, women, and young people from participating in politics.

14 hours ago · Joy Online →

Yesterday

Ghana urges African political finance reforms to protect democracy
Ghana has called for urgent reforms to political financing across Africa, warning that growing money influence is undermining democratic integrity, excluding capable leaders, and weakening public trust in institutions. Deputy Minister Thomas Nyarko Ampem told attendees at a regional convening in Accra that rising campaign costs are preventing competent citizens, women, and young people from participating in politics.
14 hours ago · Joy Online →
Cabinet holds final review of Ghana constitutional reform proposals
Cabinet is holding its third and final session to review the government's position on proposals for constitutional reforms, following recommendations from the Constitutional Review Committee that include extending the presidential term from four to five years, ending the dual role of ministers in Parliament, establishing an independent Emoluments Commission, and reforming MMDCE appointments.
21 hours ago · Joy Online →
Cabinet to reconvene on 1992 Constitution review position paper
Cabinet will reconvene to finalise the Government's Position Paper on the 1992 Constitution review after postponing its scheduled meeting. Once approved, the position paper will be harmonised with the Constitutional Review Committee's report and submitted to the Constitutional Review Implementation Committee.
14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 10 July

Supporters urge legal review of Mahama third-term possibility
Rumours circulate that President John Dramani Mahama may seek a third term, despite his public rejection of the idea and NDC officials' commitment to the two-term constitutional limit. Supporters are advocating for a legal examination of the constitutional amendment process, citing the possibility of extending presidential tenure under Article 290 with a nationwide referendum requiring 75% approval.
10 July 2026 · The Chronicle →

Thursday 9 July

Mahama bids farewell to outgoing Swiss Ambassador
President John Dramani Mahama has bid farewell to Simone Giger, the outgoing Swiss Ambassador to Ghana, who is leaving after a four-year tour to take up a posting in Uzbekistan. At the farewell meeting, Mahama commended Giger for advancing Ghana-Switzerland relations and supporting Ghana's Constitutional Review Process.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 8 July

Council of State advice not binding on Parliament—amendment proceeds
The MP for Mpraeso, a co-sponsor of the Constitution Amendment Bill 2025, says the Council of State's advice against the Bill is not binding on Parliament, and that the final decision rests with lawmakers who will proceed to committee scrutiny and parliamentary debate.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Sunday 17 May

Mahama commends Dagbon chiefs, people for peace restoration
President Mahama has praised Yaa Naa Abukari and the Northern Regional House of Chiefs for their role in achieving and maintaining peace in Dagbon, calling it a model example of conflict resolution through traditional authority, state leadership, and community cooperation.
17 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 15 May

Mahama directs structured collaboration between chiefs and assemblies
President John Mahama has backed proposals for traditional leaders to play a formal role in monitoring development projects, directing the creation of a structured framework to strengthen collaboration between chiefs and district assemblies to improve transparency and accountability.
15 May 2026 · Joy Online →
National House of Chiefs opposes merging Land Administrator office with Lands Commission
The National House of Chiefs has rejected a Constitutional Review Committee recommendation to merge the Office of the Administrator of Stool Lands (OASL) with the Lands Commission, arguing that OASL should remain independent under the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources to ensure efficient management of stool land revenue and accountability.
15 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Chiefs oppose merging stool lands office with commission
The National House of Chiefs has rejected Constitutional Review Committee recommendations to merge the Office of the Administrator of Stool Lands with the Lands Commission, arguing the OASL should remain independent to protect stool land revenues and support traditional authorities in land administration.
15 May 2026 · The Chronicle →

Thursday 14 May

National House of Chiefs opposes OASL-Lands Commission merger
The National House of Chiefs has rejected a Constitutional Review Committee recommendation to merge the Office of the Administrator of Stool Lands (OASL) with the Lands Commission, arguing that OASL should remain independent because it was created to improve management of stool land revenue, ensure transparency and accountability, and protect traditional authorities' land interests — purposes that would be compromised under the Lands Commission.
14 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 4 May

Decision looming on Office of Special Prosecutor future
An editorial reflects on the intense scrutiny facing the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) and warns that any decision about its fate must protect Ghana's overall anti-corruption mandate. The piece notes that the OSP's creation overshadowed the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO), which had previously faced criticism despite lacking prosecutorial authority and adequate resources.
4 May 2026 · Joy Online →