REALISING THE RIGHT TO DEVELOPMENT IN GHANA THROUGH ITS PARLIAMENT

The right to development (RTD) remains a controversial subject at the international level due disagreements over its nature as collective and people’s right. This notwithstanding, RTD is recognised by African human rights system encompassing all fundamental freedoms. Besides, ratification of Charter on Human Peoples’ Rights (ACHPR), which recognises coupled with implicit recognition in 1992 Constitution Republic Ghana, makes an entitlement for Ghanaians. However, realisation state through executive appears challenging, considering Ghana. article, therefore, explores alternativefocused legislative measures. article seeks demonstrate extent can be realised Ghana Parliament. It argues that removing constitutional constraints Parliament will potentially make institution contribute significantly towards RTD.