The government is expected to take a major decision on the country’s constitutional review proposals today, as John Dramani Mahama chairs a special Cabinet meeting to deliberate on recommendations submitted by the review committee.
The high-level meeting, scheduled for Thursday, May 14, will consider a draft position paper prepared after an extensive assessment by the Attorney General and the President’s legal team.
Government spokesperson Felix Kwakye Ofosu disclosed that the President had earlier directed a thorough study of the committee’s report to guide the government’s official response to the wide-ranging proposals captured in the constitutional review exercise.
According to him, that process has now been completed, paving the way for Cabinet to take a final position.
“So Thursday, 14th May, there will be a special Cabinet session chaired by the President himself to consider the draft position paper,” he said in an interview on Joy News.
Mr. Kwakye Ofosu explained that the outcome of the meeting will determine the government’s official stance on the various recommendations. He added that once approved, the document will be made public to ensure transparency and allow citizens to understand the government’s position.
He clarified that, unlike a commission of inquiry which requires a white paper, the constitutional review process calls for a position paper from the government.
The Cabinet meeting is expected to focus primarily on the constitutional review report, although other national matters may also be discussed.
Following Cabinet’s approval, government is set to move to the next phase of the process, including the establishment of an implementation committee to oversee the rollout of accepted proposals.
Mr. Kwakye Ofosu noted that the recommendations will be assessed individually, with some likely to be adopted in full, others modified, and some rejected based on feasibility and broader national considerations.
He further indicated that government will deepen public engagement after Cabinet concludes its deliberations, as part of efforts to ensure inclusivity in the reform process.
