The bill suggests capping eligibility at 65 years, which would bar individuals above that age from contesting parliamentary elections across all constituencies. In the draft submitted to the Clerk of Parliament on March 10, 2026, the MPs pointed out that although the Constitution sets the minimum age for parliamentary candidates at 21, it currently does not provide any upper age restriction. They further indicated that introducing a reasonable age cap would help maintain consistent performance in parliamentary work, minimise challenges linked to age-related limitations, and support orderly leadership succession within the legislature. The MPs added that the proposal is in line with global standards aimed at strengthening institutional capacity. 'JJ Rawlings did not die of COVID 19' - Dr Nyaho TamakloeAK/BAIDr Nyaho Nyaho-Tamakloe on Ghana's past, present and the road ahead

Source: GhanaWeb April 03, 2026 06:23 UTC