Many a times we say ghana practices separation of powers but taking a look to the 1992 constitution i ask myself, do we truly practice this concept. The latest amendment included here is the constitution of the republic of ghana amendment. The main issues were the reintroduction of multiparty politics and the division of powers between the president and parliament. In article 2, the constitution of ghanas new patriotic party npp outlines party. Browse and navigate ghana constitution in easy, natural real time and advanced. Ghana, grenada, guyana, india, jamaica, kenya, kiribati, lesotho, malawi. The 1992 constitution of ghana is the supreme law of the state. The public services commission psc is the central management agency cma responsible for providing strategic policy guidance for human resource management in the public service organizations listed under article 190 1 of the 1992 constitution. The right to life the right to life, however, is limited and no person shall be liable for the death of another in cases of war or when the death is justifiable under law. Below is the 1992 constitution of the republic of ghana.
Telecommunications in ghana include radio, television, fixed and mobile telephones, and the internetintended for a. The structure of the ghanaian state the structure of the ghanaian state is set out in the 1992 constitution. Constitution of ghana wikisource, the free online library. Constitution online constitute project organization pdf of constitution as amended to 1996 consulted on 201809 abstractcitation.
Article 1 under chapter one of the constitution provides. The supreme court of ghana, in the ghana bar association v. Chapter one the constitution 1 1 the sovereignty of ghana resides in the people of ghana in whose name and for whose welfare the powers of government are to be exercised in the manner and within the limits laid down in this constitution. What is this 1992 constitution, article 754, cross 1285. Nana addo in one of te qualified lawyers in ghana because during the 1992 constitution of ghana he was one of the members who wrote the constitution with tsatsu who is the ever youngest lawyer in. Does ghana, west africa have such a law as 1992 constitution article 754, cross 1285. Review of 16 years of the operation of the 1992 constitution of. A highly accessible, easy to use app version of the constitution of ghana the supreme law of the republic of ghana. The constitution of the republic of the republic of ghana 1992 1. The mandate and work of the committee of experts on the constitution. Jan 17, 2018 the mandate and work of the committee of experts on the constitution.
The constitution of ghana, passed in 1992, does not specifically address fgm, but article 15 states. The constitution of ghana is the supreme law of the republic of ghana. Ascertain from the people of ghana their views on the operation of the 1992 fourth republican constitution and, in particular, the strengths and weaknesses of the constitution. Article 28 all employees have, independent of age, sex, race, nationality, religion or political opinions, the right to. Article 9 of the constitution is amended by the repeal of clause 5 thereof and. And if so what is it for and answered by a verified immigration lawyer we use cookies to give you the best possible experience on our website.
Ghana s constitution of 1992 with amendments through 1996. For the purposes of performing his functions under the constitution, this act and any other law, the commissioner may bring an action before any court in ghana and may seek any remedy which may be available from that court. An overview of the international and regional treaties signed and ratified by ghana can be found in appendix i of this report. Holidays act 2001 act 601 section 1public holidays a day specified in the schedule is hereby declared a public holiday throughout the republic. Sep 18, 2018 the constitution of the republic of the republic of ghana 1992 1. National lottery authority is a marked departure from the bitter experience of re akoto. Chieftaincy jurisdication and the muddle of constitutional. Article loss of civil rights or the general forfeiture of all the property of an offender may not be imposed as a penalty or as a consequence of a penalty for any crime. Ghana approved the new constitution in an election held on the. Constitution of the fourth republic of ghana promulgation law, 1992 pndcl 282 as amended by constitution of the republic of ghana amendment act, 1996 act 527. I call a bond, refundable at the gate here in the us when she lands. Below is the 1992 constitution of the republic of ghana, arranged by chapters. S ep t em b 1er, 979 printing of constitution, constituent assembly dissolved.
Constitution of the third repubuc of ghana promulgation decree, 1979 2 the said constitution shall have the force of jaw. Iarticle 277 of the 1992 constitution of ghana defines a chief as a person, who, hailing from the appropriate family and lineage, has been validly nominated, elected or selected and enstooled, enskinned or installed as a chief or queen mother in accordance with the relevant customary law and usage. The latest amendment included here is the constitution of the republic of ghana amendment act, 1996 which was assented on 16 december 1996. Oct 14, 2011 the 1992 constitution of ghana is the supreme law of the state.
This article is part of a series on the politics and government of. Download ghana constitution 1992 pdf bcfaf6891f ghana elects on national level a head of state, the president, and a legislature. Any law, already existing or made thereafter that is inconsistent with the provisions of the constitution is void and of no legal effect. There were 8,255,690 registered voters for the referendum. The legal system in ghana is based on a mixed system of english common law and customary law. Constitution of the republic of ghana 28article 76, 1992 constitution of the. Section 10regional and district branches of commission. Even if this decision itself is correct, it is nevertheless premised on highly questionable legal propositions and dicta. Repealed by the ghana national fire service act, 1997 act 537, s. The impact of the 1992 constitution on family rights in ghana. The constitution shall come into force oll the 24th day of ment constitutionor. To make recommendations to the government for consideration and provide a draft bill for possible amendment to the 1992 constitution. Some pertinent issues in the current dispensation raymond baguio bening abstract the creation of administrative districts and parliamentary constituencies constitute major aspects of the internal organisation of states. One of the important characteristics of the constitution of the republic of ghana, 1992, is the prominence it gives to the constitutional protection of the rights of men, women and children who live for a larger part of their lives as families.
For the initial report submitted by ghana, see crcc3add. The constitution was approved at the referendum held on 28 april 1992 and promulgated by the constitution of the fourth republic of ghana promulgation law, 1992. The main issues were the reintroduction of multiparty politics and the division of powers between the president and parliament there were 8,255,690 registered voters for the referendum. Fundamental human rights in ghana and institutions to. Fundamental human rights in ghana and institutions to report. Ghana constitution 1960 preliminary note by francis bennion the following is the text of the 1960 ghana constitution, the first constitution of the country after it became an independent republic by virtue of the ghana independence act 1957. The committee of experts was established by pndc law 252 1991, with the following remit. The npp set out clear rules in the run up to the primaries. Contains 26 chapters and 179 sections, covering matters including fundamental human rights and freedoms, composition of the government and the public service, electoral rights, the judiciary and courts. Amend article 242 d 2431 of 1992 constitution news ghana. Fourth annual re akoto and seven others memorial lecture. Article 28 4 states further that no child shall be deprived by any other person of. Ghanas goals towards achieving gender equality targets are guided by its commitment to international instruments, its constitution and national development frameworks.
Pdf ghana, the country widely acknowledged as the contemporary leader. The ghanaian constitution of 1992 invests the creation of districts. Perhaps, williams shakespeare was right when he said that hell is empty and all the devils are here. Article 72 of ghanas 1992 constitution ghanaculturepolitics. A referendum on a new constitution was held in ghana on 28 april 1992. Ghana immigration recruitment 201718 below is a list of human rights in ghana as enshrined in the constitution. National lottery authority is a marked departure from the. The attorney general, has unanimously decided that, even under the 1992 constitution, high court and the court of appeal have no jurisdiction in chieftaincy matters. The legislator, the government and the other organs of government shall respect the rules of the constitution.
Does ghana, west africa have such a law as 1992 constitution. It defines the fundamental political principles, establishing the structure, procedures, powers and duties of the government, structure of the judiciary and legislature, and spells out the fundamental rights and duties of citizens. Article 11 of the 1992 constitution of ghana states. The creation of districts and constituencies in ghana.
What were the steps taken when drawing the 1992 constitution. One chief weakness observed is that the constitution makes the executive president too powerful without t. Mar 24, 2012 what is this 1992 constitution, article 754, cross 1285. History and antiquity bear ample testimonies to the paradoxical and enigmatic nature of some individuals. Article 15 no one shall be obliged to do forced or compulsory labor. It was approved on 28 april 1992 through a national referendum after 92%. Supremacy of the constitution 1 the sovereignty of ghana resides in the people of ghana in whose name and for whose welfare the powers of government are to be exercised in the manner and within the limits laid down in this constitution. Article 23 every citizen shall work for the common good. Section 5offences and penalties 1 a person who contravenes section 4 commits an offence and is liable on summary. Adopted 1992 preamble in the name of the almighty god we the people of ghana, in exercise of our natural and inalienable right to establish a framework of government which shall. In article 94 of ghanas 1992 constitution and articles 3, 11 and 17 of the npps constitution 2009. I parliament shall enact such laws as are necessary to ensure that. Ghanas constitution of 1992 with amendments through 1996.
Regions of ghana, and shall, to the greatest extent feasible, make those facilities available to all citizens. The structure of the ghanaian state is set out in the 1992 constitution. Since 195i, adroit leaders of a wellorganized political party had operated a responsible. The evolution of ghana law since independence william burnett haivey introduction on march 6, 1957, the british gold coast achieved independence in circumstances that apparently offered a bright future for sovereign, independent ghana. Constitution of the republic of ghana 1992, as amended to 1996. Article 171 and 2particularly of the 1992 constitution of ghana guarantees gender equality. The constitution outlines not only how the various individuals and public bodies. The work of the committee of experts on the 1992 constitution. This means that no other law in ghana would supersede this documents authority and if any legislation is enacted that conflicts with the constitution, that legislation would be declared, unconstitutional article 12. He shall fulfill all of his civic obligations and notably fulfill his obligations of fiscal contribution. It was approved on 28 april 1992 through a national referendum after 92% support.
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