2 MPs Push Law to Stop Ghanaians Over Age 65 From Contesting For Parliament
Two legislators have initiated a Private Members’ bill to amend Article 94 of the 1992 Constitution to put an age limit on the qualification to contest for a Member of Parliament.
The two lawmakers want a maximum age requirement of 65 to be adopted.
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3News reported that a draft submitted to the Clerk to Parliament on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, the two MPs, Ohene Kwame Frimpong, the MP for Asante Akyem North, and on, argued that eligibility standards need to be reviewed to ensure alignment with contemporary national needs.
They believe the proposed bill is to enhance legislative efficiency and capacity.
“Parliamentary duties require sustained physical stamina, cognitive agility and responsiveness to complex policy challenges, including digital transformation, climate change and global economic integration."
Source: YEN.com.gh
