The Trades Union Congress (TUC) has called for broad stakeholder participation in Ghana’s ongoing constitutional reform process, urging the government to engage the opposition and other key groups before any proposed changes are implemented.
TUC Secretary General Joshua Ansah said discussions surrounding the proposed extension of the presidential term should not be considered in isolation from other recommendations aimed at strengthening governance and accountability in Ghana.
According to him, the country’s presidential tenure cannot simply be extended without considering broader changes to Ghana’s constitutional and governance framework.
Speaking at a press conference, Mr Ansah explained that the proposal for a presidential term extension is linked to other reforms intended to improve the country’s governance system.
He stressed that accepting a change to the presidential tenure while leaving other aspects of the Constitution untouched would not provide a comprehensive solution to Ghana’s governance challenges.
TUC Urges Political Consensus on Constitutional Reforms
The TUC Secretary General also called for greater efforts to build consensus among political parties, civil society organisations and other stakeholders before the proposed constitutional amendments are adopted.
He acknowledged that achieving broad political consensus could be costly and time-consuming but maintained that such efforts were necessary because the 1992 Constitution remains Ghana’s fundamental governing document.
Mr Ansah said an inclusive constitutional reform process would help strengthen national unity and give citizens greater confidence in the proposed changes.
He further noted that involving a wider range of stakeholders would ensure that the reforms go beyond the issue of presidential tenure and address broader concerns surrounding political power, governance, transparency and accountability.
Ghana Constitutional Reform Debate
The TUC’s position adds to the ongoing national discussion over proposed constitutional amendments in Ghana and the need to improve the country’s governance system.
The union believes that any changes to the Constitution should be carefully considered as part of a broader reform agenda capable of strengthening democratic institutions and promoting effective governance.
The call for wider stakeholder engagement is expected to remain an important part of the debate as Ghana continues consultations on constitutional reform and governance improvements.
Source: newsthemegh.com