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A recent poll indicates that a majority of voters in Ghana are in favor of extending the presidential term from 4 to 5 years. While the specific details of the poll, including the sample size and methodology, are not available, this development comes amid ongoing discussions about potential constitutional reforms in the country.
Ghana’s current constitution limits the president to two four-year terms. Any changes to this provision would require a national referendum and approval by a significant majority of Parliament.
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The survey also reveals strong approval for separating parliamentary and ministerial roles. According to the findings, 58 percent of respondents favour a ban on members of parliament serving as ministers, compared with 32 percent who oppose the idea. Ten percent said they have no clear position on the matter.
Support is also evident for reducing the minimum age required to contest the presidency. The poll found that 55 percent of voters are in favour of lowering the age limit, while 35 percent are against it. Another 10 percent expressed no opinion.
Global InfoAnalytics carried out the survey between December 1 and December 21, 2025, using a combination of online questionnaires, telephone interviews, and in-person interviews. The poll sampled 13,495 registered voters from across the country.
