Parliament has approved a constitutional amendment reducing the minimum age required to contest for the office of President of Ghana from 40 to 35 years.
The amendment is expected to broaden opportunities for younger Ghanaians to aspire to the country’s highest political office, allowing more youthful candidates to participate in presidential elections.
Supporters of the reform argue that the new age threshold reflects the growing role of young people in governance and national development. They believe the change will encourage greater youth participation in politics and leadership while expanding the country’s democratic space.
The previous constitutional provision required presidential candidates to be at least 40 years old before qualifying to contest the election. Under the newly approved amendment, any Ghanaian citizen who meets all other constitutional requirements and is at least 35 years old will now be eligible to run for president.
The amendment forms part of broader constitutional reforms aimed at strengthening Ghana’s democratic institutions and promoting inclusive governance.
The Electoral Commission is expected to provide further guidance on the implementation of the revised eligibility requirements ahead of future presidential elections.
