Wholesale constitutional reform not practicable - Professor Quashigah
Professor Kofi Quashigah cautioned against wholesale constitutional reform in Ghana, at a policy dialogue organized by the Institute for Democratic Governance (IDEG) in Accra. He stated that "Wholesale constitutional reform is not feasible under the current constitutional framework, particularly due to the strict provisions governing amendments."
Prof. Quashigah explained that the stringent requirements under Article 290 made such reforms difficult to achieve, particularly within limited political timelines. The event, held on the theme "Towards Effective Constitutional Amendment: The Necessity of Legal and Institutional Safeguards," was organized by IDEG in collaboration with Oxfam. It brought together legal scholars, policy analysts, political party representatives, civil society organisations and youth leaders. Prof Quashigah acknowledged that amendments to non-entrenched provisions may be achievable but expressed doubt about completing major reforms within the lifespan of a single government administration.
Prof. Quashigah stressed the need for strong, specialised institutions to oversee and sustain the amendment process, rather than relying on ad hoc arrangements. Drawing inspiration from practices in Illinois and California, he advocated a continuous approach to constitutional review. He proposed institutionalising periodic reviews every 20 to 25 years to sustain public participation and ensure the Constitution reflects contemporary needs.
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Constitutional law expert Professor Kofi Quashigah has cautioned against wholesale constitutional reform in Ghana. He warns that sweeping changes could prove legally impracticable and destabilising - raising questions about the feasibility of major reforms.
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