The opposition in Togo has walked away from a proposed new constitution intended to extend the reign of President Faure Gnassingbé.

The reforms would see the West African country move from a presidential to a parliamentary system.

While the opposition says the move is a trick to keep Gnassingbé in Power, despite already in his fourth term, the president’s supporters believe the changes would go a long way to reduce the powers of the head of state, by transforming the presidency into a ceremonial role.