Professor Henry Kwasi Prempeh has criticized Ghana’s legal system as outdated, stating that current corruption laws are ineffective. Speaking at the 5th Constitution Day Public Lecture, he called for urgent legal reforms to improve anti-corruption efforts, emphasizing that evolving corruption requires updated legal frameworks.
Professor Henry Kwasi Prempeh, chairman of the Constitutional Review Committee, criticized Ghana’s outdated legal system, stating it is inadequate in combating modern corruption effectively. He spoke during the 5th Constitution Day Public Lecture, presenting the need for legal reforms to enhance anti-corruption measures, following a talk by Special Prosecutor Kissi Agyebeng.
During the lecture, Prof. Prempeh asserted that although Ghana’s constitution contains certain provisions for fighting corruption, the overall legal framework is archaic. This makes it difficult to address the evolving nature of corruption, as existing laws fail to adapt to current challenges.
He pointed out that while the constitution has foundational tools for a credible anti-corruption fight, the legal doctrines and institutions are insufficient. He stressed the urgency of adopting legal innovations, stating, “I think our legal institutions, including our legal doctrines, are way too archaic for the time.” He further emphasized that countries with advanced legal systems frequently update their laws to counteract corruption instead of relying on outdated regulations from 1962, which he views as unfit for current requirements.
In conclusion, Professor Prempeh highlighted the critical need for Ghana to modernize its anti-corruption laws to effectively combat corruption today. His insights underscore the challenges posed by outdated legal frameworks and the need for innovation in legal practices to adapt to evolving corruption. The necessity for reform is clear in order to bolster the nation’s fight against corruption.
Original Source: www.ghanaweb.com
