Kwesi Pratt Commends President Mahama’s Stance on 2028 Presidency, Calls It Historic
- Kwesi Pratt Jnr has praised President John Mahama’s decision not to contest 2028, calling it true statesmanship and constitutional respect
- During a visit to Singapore, the statesman confirmed he would not seek a third term in 2028, with his stance on leading Ghana applauded
- Observers across the political spectrum have hailed Mahama’s announcement as a strong affirmation of the country's democratic values
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Well-known Ghanaian journalist and political analyst, Kwesi Pratt Jnr, has applauded President John Dramani Mahama for his recent disclosure about his stance in the 2028 election.
Source: Instagram
The veteran journalist took to his X handle to commend the leader for following through on the Ghanaian constitution, which details that the President of Ghana may only serve two terms in total.
Mahama praised by Kwesi over election decision
YEN.com.gh reports that President Mahama, while in Singapore some days ago, had disclosed that he would not seek a third term in the forthcoming 2028 presidential election. According to him, he is committed to Ghana's constitutional order.
Under the constitution, a president is limited to a maximum of two four-year terms and cannot serve more than two terms, whether successive or separated.
A vice-president who assumes the presidency due to the president's death, resignation, or permanent incapacitation may run for two full terms only if more than half of the predecessor's term had expired.
Otherwise, the VP can only run for one full term.
Kwesi hails Mahama for respecting term limits
Reacting to the president's disclosure, Kwesi Pratt, on Thursday, August 28, 2025, praised Mahama's decision as a demonstration of true statesmanship and respect for democratic governance.
In his words:
“I give a big red salute to His Excellency President John Dramani Mahama for his decision not to be on the ballot for the 2028 Presidential elections. I did not expect less because, over the years, I have had the privilege to know him at close range. President Mahama has been a consummate believer in constitutionalism.”
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Speaking further, the journalist stated that President Mahama had made him proud for upholding the belief that leadership is not divine responsibility but a democratic one, that must allow room for other people to grow and serve the nation of Ghana.
He said:
“By this decision, President Mahama has made me proud again as his friend and comrade. May he succeed in resetting Ghana as he promised in his drive to become President of Ghana.”
President Mahama’s declaration has sparked widespread reactions, with observers hailing it as a strong affirmation of Ghana’s democratic values.
The X post by Kwesi Pratt Jnr about President Mahama's declaration is below:
Kennedy Agyapong vows to win 2028 election
YEN.com.gh earlier reported that New Patriotic Party (NPP) bigwig and former Member of Parliament for Assin Central, Kennedy Agyapong, had declared his intention to dethrone the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in 2028 during his 65th birthday celebration.
The presidential candidate received strong endorsement and a property donation from the former Western North Regional Minister, Joojo Rocky Obeng. He acknowledged the support and pledged to remain committed to uniting the NPP and uplifting the party base and the youth.
Proofreading by Bruce Douglas, copy editor at YEN.com.gh.
Source: YEN.com.gh
