The government is preparing to make a key decision on proposed constitutional reforms as President John Dramani Mahama is expected to chair a special Cabinet meeting on Thursday, May 14, to examine recommendations presented by the constitutional review committee.
Government spokesperson Felix Kwakye Ofosu revealed that a draft position paper has already been completed following extensive assessment by the Attorney General and the President’s legal advisers.
He explained that the President had earlier instructed that the committee’s report be thoroughly reviewed to help shape the government’s response to the constitutional reform proposals.
According to Kwakye Ofosu, the review process has now been finalised, paving the way for Cabinet to determine its official stance on the recommendations.
Speaking, he stated that a special Cabinet session chaired by the President would be held on Thursday, May 14, to deliberate on the draft position paper.
He indicated that decisions taken during the meeting would form the basis of the government’s formal response to the various constitutional proposals.
The spokesperson also noted that once approved, the government’s position document would be released publicly to allow citizens to understand the administration’s views on the reforms.
He clarified that unlike a commission of inquiry, the constitutional review committee requires the government to issue a position paper rather than a white paper.
Kwakye Ofosu further explained that although the main focus of the Cabinet session would be the constitutional review report, other government matters could also be discussed.
He added that once Cabinet endorses the document, the next phase will involve implementation measures, including the formation of an implementation committee.
According to him, each recommendation will be evaluated separately, with some likely to be approved, others revised, and some rejected depending on practicality and other relevant factors.
He also stated that government intends to continue engaging the public after Cabinet completes its deliberations.