Statesman and founding member of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr. Nyaho Nyaho-Tamakloe, has warned religious leaders, particularly within the charismatic movement, to refrain from making unconstitutional declarations regarding Ghana’s presidency.
In a statement titled “Religious Leaders Must Stay Within Their Lane—Leave Constitutional Matters Alone,” sighted by Citi News on Thursday July 24, he expressed deep concern over recent suggestions from some religious figures that President John Dramani Mahama should seek a third term, allegedly based on prophetic visions.
“Let me state clearly and unequivocally: this must not happen, and it will not happen,” Dr Nyaho-Tamakloe declared.
He emphasised that such pronouncements are not only unconstitutional but also dangerously divisive.
Ghana’s 1992 Constitution limits a president to two terms — a clause that is entrenched and can only be amended through a national referendum. “Not dreams, visions, or prophetic declarations,” he stressed.
Dr. Nyaho-Tamakloe warned that Ghana’s democracy must not be derailed by “pulpit proclamations,” urging pastors and prophets to refrain from interfering in governance and constitutional issues. He drew historical parallels with the late 1970s when religious influence played a role in political instability during the regime of General I.K. Acheampong, leading to a series of military interventions and ultimately, the 1979 revolution.
He cautioned that such spiritual overreach nearly collapsed the nation once and should never be repeated.
“Ghanaians are looking for serious leadership… not theatrical spirituality that distorts truth and sows confusion,” he said.
He further advised President Mahama to uphold his constitutional limits and avoid being drawn into any attempt to alter term limits, emphasising that the former president should be allowed to protect his legacy and serve the nation in other capacities.
The veteran politician concluded with a firm call to both clergy and citizens: “Ghana’s peace and democratic stability must never be sacrificed for personal ambition or populist spirituality. Enough is enough. Ghana deserves better.”
Read the full statement by Dr Nyaho Nyaho-Tamakloe here
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