The Constitution Review Committee (CRC) has proposed far-reaching constitutional reforms aimed at strengthening the independence and professionalism of Ghana’s Electoral Commission (EC), including the introduction of a fixed, non-renewable tenure for its leadership.
In its report presented to President John Dramani Mahama on Monday, December 22, the Committee recommended amendments to Article 223 of the 1992 Constitution to provide a single 10-year term for the EC Chairperson and Deputy Commissioners, or until they attain the age of 65, whichever comes first.
According to the CRC, the proposal is intended to insulate the leadership of the Electoral Commission from political influence linked to reappointment and to enable them to discharge their constitutional responsibilities without fear or favour.
“The Committee recommends an amendment to Article 223 to provide that the Commissioner and each of the Deputy Commissioners of the Commission shall hold office for a single, non-renewable term of ten (10) years or upon or until he or she attains the age of 65 years, whichever is earlier,” the report stated.
The Committee believes the reform would enhance the credibility of the Electoral Commission and strengthen public trust in Ghana’s electoral processes.
