Third-term agenda has never served Africa well – Dr Asah-Asante cautions
A Senior Political Science Lecturer at the University of Ghana, Legon, Dr Asah-Asante, has cautioned against any move that could undermine Ghana’s democratic stability, citing the negative experiences of third-term presidential bids across Africa.
Dr. Asah-Asante, a Senior Political Science Lecturer at the University of Ghana, has voiced concerns over potential third-term presidential bids in Ghana, drawing from his experiences with similar moves across Africa. In an interview on JoyFM’s Top Story, Dr. Asah-Asante cautioned against undermining Ghana’s democratic stability, emphasizing that while individuals possess the constitutional right to seek legal interpretation, the broader implications of a third-term agenda require careful consideration.
He noted that Ghana should learn from the experiences of other African nations, such as Algeria, Cameroon, Chad, Djibouti, Gabon, Guinea, Malawi, and Namibia, where third-term extensions have led to political tensions. Dr. Asah-Asante stressed that while the right to seek clarification from the Supreme Court is fundamental, the consequences of a third-term agenda must be thoroughly evaluated.
He referenced these issues as evidence that such developments have frequently created democratic challenges. Dr. Asah-Asante highlighted Ghana’s stable democratic journey, despite existing challenges, and urged caution against actions that could introduce uncertainty. He highlighted that three individuals have filed suits at the Supreme Court to interpret Article 66 of the 1992 Constitution, which governs presidential term limits.
Dr. Asah-Asante expressed optimism that the Supreme Court would deliver a decision that would ultimately clarify the matter and bring an end to the ongoing debate.
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