The Constitutional Review Committee has recommended an extension of the presidential term of office from four years to five years as part of proposed reforms to the 1992 Constitution.
The recommendation forms part of the Committee’s findings aimed at strengthening governance, improving policy continuity and reducing the frequency and cost of national elections.
According to the Committee, extending the presidential tenure would give governments adequate time to implement development programmes and long-term policies, which are often disrupted by the short four-year electoral cycle.
The proposal is among several constitutional amendments submitted for consideration and is expected to generate national debate, particularly among political parties, civil society organisations and constitutional law experts.
While details of the full report are yet to be made public, the recommendation aligns with arguments that longer terms could enhance stability and effective governance.
Critics, however, have in the past expressed concerns that extending tenure may reduce accountability and concentrate power.
The Committee’s recommendations will be reviewed by the appropriate authorities, after which further consultations and possible referendum processes may be undertaken in accordance with constitutional requirements.
The announcement was made on Monday, December 22, 2025.
Source :www.kumasimail.com
