Story by George Yawson Vineh
The Anchoring Democracy Advocacy Movement, Ghana (ADAM-GH), has formally called on the Supreme Court of Ghana to provide authoritative constitutional clarity on the question of presidential term limits, particularly as it relates to President John Dramani Mahama’s return to office.
According to the Executive Secretary of the Movement, Emmanuel Salam, Executive Secretary believes that Ghana thrives on certainty, respect for the rule of law, and strict adherence to the 1992 Constitution, and hence, believes that ambiguity surrounding the interpretation of Article 66 of the Constitution, which deals with presidential term limits, has the potential to generate unnecessary public debate, political tension, and misinformation.
The Movement stresses that its call is not directed at any individual, political party, or electoral ambition, but rather at safeguarding Ghana’s constitutional democracy and strengthening public confidence in the electoral process.
ADAM-GH argues that the Supreme Court, as the final interpreter of the Constitution, is best positioned to offer a definitive and binding interpretation on whether a president who has served two terms consecutive or non-consecutive, is eligible to seek office again.
At a press conference, he further noted that proactive judicial clarification will help prevent future disputes, ensure fairness in political competition, and uphold the supremacy of the Constitution.
“Democracy must be anchored in clarity, not conjecture,” the spokesperson said. “We believe that an early and unambiguous pronouncement by the Supreme Court will serve the national interest and preserve Ghana’s hard-won democratic stability.”
The Anchoring Democracy Advocacy Movement reaffirmed its commitment to peaceful democratic engagement, constitutionalism, and respect for state institutions, urging all stakeholders to remain calm and allow due process to take its course.