Don’t pursue personal ideologies – Tonto tells Constitutional Review Committee

A member of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) communications team, Kofi Tonto, has wished the newly established constitutional review committee chaired by Prof. H Kwasi Prempeh, well while they carry out their assignment.

He however expressed the view that the members of the committee should not use it as a platform to champion their personal social and political beliefs or ideologies.

In a Facebook post, he said “I expect this committee to do nothing more than an intellectual exercise that brings consensus concerning the views of majority of Ghanaians. It should not be a platform for the members to pursue their personal social and political beliefs/ideologies. We shall scrutinize the letter and spirit of everything they put in their final document. All the best to the team!”

As part of efforts to fulfil his campaign promises to review the constitution, President John Dramani Mahama announced the formation of the Committee, tasked with identifying gaps and challenges in the implementation of previous constitutional review efforts, engaging with stakeholders to gather diverse perspectives, and formulating actionable recommendations to strengthen Ghana’s democratic institutions and processes.    

President Mahama emphasized the importance of the committee’s work, stating, “This review is crucial to ensuring that our Constitution remains a living document, responsive to the evolving needs and aspirations of our people.“

The committee comprises the following.

1. Prof. H Kwasi Prempeh – Chairman
2. Justice Sophia Adinyirah – Member
3. Prof. Kwame Karikari – Member
4. Mrs. Charlotte Osei – Member
5. Dr. Godwin Djokoto – Member
6. Ibrahim Tanko Amidu – Member
7. Dr. Esi Ansah – Member
8. Dr. Rainer Akumperigeya – Secretary

President Mahama expressed confidence in the committee’s ability to deliver comprehensive and impactful recommendations within the five-month timeframe.    

The committee’s recommendations are expected to shape significant constitutional reforms in the years to come.    

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