Tag: Constitution
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Kenya’s Constitution: Refine It, Don’t Rush to 2027
Introduction: A call for thoughtful constitutional refinement Since the 2010 Constitution, Kenya has made notable progress in governance, citizen participation, and the decentralization of power. Yet the journey toward a more robust democracy is ongoing. The drive to reach the 2027 political milestones should not eclipse the imperative to refine the constitutional framework in a…
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Op-ed: Refine Kenya’s Constitution, Not Rush to 2027
The Case for Refinement Since the landmark promulgation of Kenya’s 2010 Constitution, the nation has made meaningful strides in governance, citizen participation, and the decentralization of power. Yet the journey is ongoing. A rush toward the 2027 elections, without deliberate refinement of the constitutional framework, risks entrenching gaps rather than closing them. This op-ed argues…
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Alberta Approves Referendum Question on Separation from Canada
Alberta Moves Forward with Separation Referendum Question In a landmark decision, Elections Alberta announced that a proposed referendum question about Alberta’s potential separation from Canada has been approved. The development marks a formal step in what would be a constitutional and political process with far-reaching implications for the province and the country at large. The…
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Minority Defends the Constitution—Afenyo-Markin
Warning to Authority: The Constitution as the Ultimate Arbiter In a pointed message to those currently steering national affairs, the Minority Leader in Parliament, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, underscored a foundational principle: diplomacy and patience may be stretched, but the Constitution must ultimately govern. He cautioned leaders against testing the patience of Ghanaians, asserting that personal or…
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Minority Leader Afenyo-Markin: Constitution Will Prevail, Not Personal Interests
Introduction: A stern reminder to authorities Ghana’s political landscape received a pointed reminder from the Minority Leader in Parliament, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, who asserted that the nation’s Constitution—not the personal interests of the powerful—must guide governance. He cautioned those in authority against testing the patience of Ghanaians, underscoring that constitutional supremacy will ultimately prevail in the…
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Minority Leader Warns Authority: The Constitution Must Prevail for Ghana
Introduction: A firm reminder from the opposition on constitutional fidelity In a continuing discourse over governance and constitutional duty, Minority Leader in Parliament, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has issued a pointed warning to authorities: test the patience of Ghanaians at your peril, for the Constitution, and not the personal interests of those in power, will ultimately prevail.…
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Sara Duterte Ready for Presidential Succession: What It Means for the Philippines
Context: The constitutional route to the presidency The Philippines operates under a presidential system where the line of succession is clearly defined in the 1987 Constitution. In the event that the president is unable to execute the duties of office, the vice president steps in. Vice President Sara Duterte has publicly affirmed she sees herself…
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VP Sara Duterte Signals Readiness for Presidential Succession
Overview: A Clear Stance on Succession Vice President Sara Duterte has underscored her constitutional mandate as the country’s second-in-command, emphasizing that she stands ready to assume the presidency should President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. step down or become unable to serve. In public remarks and interviews, Duterte framed the move as a constitutional obligation rather than…
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Quebec’s Proposed Constitution Alarms Legal Experts Worldwide
Overview: A Controversial Move in Quebec Quebec Premier François Legault recently unveiled a proposed constitution that the government says would reflect the province’s distinct national character and protect core values. The move, announced amid debates over language rights, identity, and autonomy, has sparked a robust debate across legal, civil rights, and political circles. While supporters…
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Why Quebec’s Proposed Constitution Alarms Legal Experts and Civil Rights Groups
Unveiling a Contested Framework Quebec Premier François Legault recently unveiled a proposed provincial constitution intended to echo the province’s claim of a distinct national character. While supporters argue the plan would codify core values and provide a modern governance framework, critics say the document risks narrowing rights, complicating federal-provincial dynamics, and sidelining minority protections. Legal…