I’m No Longer NPP—Now I Strongly Support President Mahama’s Third-Term Agenda – Omanhene Vows

Veteran broadcaster Omanhene Kwabena Asante has sparked fresh debate over Ghana’s presidential term limits after expressing support for the possibility of former President John Dramani Mahama serving a third term.

Speaking on Asempa FM’s Ekosiisen political programme, Omanhene reportedly said he had no objection to Mahama returning to office beyond the existing two-term limit. He maintained that Ghanaians should have the final say, particularly if they believe an experienced leader could help tackle economic pressures, unemployment and other governance challenges.

His comments have revived discussions about the constitutional rules governing presidential tenure. Ghana’s 1992 Constitution limits an individual to two terms as President, meaning any proposal to permit a third term would require a constitutional amendment in accordance with the established legal procedures.

Advocates of the idea argue that experienced leaders can offer continuity and help maintain stability in government. Some supporters of Mahama point to policies and projects associated with his previous administration, including infrastructure and education initiatives, as reasons they believe he could make further contributions to national development.

Opponents, however, warn that changing the term limit could weaken democratic safeguards and increase the risk of excessive concentration of political power. Some members and supporters of the New Patriotic Party have argued that removing the restriction could set an undesirable precedent for future administrations.

The proposal has also generated mixed reactions on social media, with some Ghanaians open to discussing the possibility while others insist that the existing constitutional limit must remain in place.

Mahama has not publicly indicated an intention to pursue a third term under a revised constitutional arrangement. Omanhene’s remarks therefore represent his personal political position rather than an announcement of any formal move to change the law.

The discussion reflects a broader question facing Ghana’s democracy: how to weigh the appeal of experienced leadership against constitutional safeguards designed to limit presidential tenure and preserve democratic accountability.