Member of Parliament (MP) for Akuapem North, Sammy Awuku, has raised alarm over what he describes as a “deliberate and coordinated” attempt to tilt Ghana toward a one-party state amid calls for a possible third term for presidents in Ghana.
In a post on Facebook, the MP cautioned against efforts to alter constitutional limits in favor of extended presidential tenure, stressing that such actions threaten the institutional foundations of Ghana’s democracy.
“There appears to be a deliberate and coordinated attempt to tilt Ghana toward a One-party state and weaken the institutional foundations that keep our nation stable and accountable.”
Awuku emphasized that Ghana’s past leaders, including Rawlings, Kufuor, Mills, and Akufo-Addo respected constitutional boundaries, and called on President Mahama to do the same.
He expressed concern over the silence of civil society, religious leaders, and moral voices, describing it as “dangerous” in the face of emerging patterns that suggest democratic backsliding.
“Silence at a time like this is dangerous. We cannot wait until the damage is irreversible before raising our concerns,” he said in the post on Thursday, December 11, 2025.
He added “What began as rumours keeps becoming reality.”
Awuku cited the removal of the Chief Justice, the Ablekuma North rerun, controversies surrounding the late Ernest Yaw Kumi’s seat, tensions in Kpandai, and moves to remove the Electoral Commission Chair, her deputies, and the Special Prosecutor, describing the pattern as “too consistent to ignore.”
He also referenced a bill before Parliament seeking to abolish the Office of the Special Prosecutor.
“This is the moment for every principled voice, regardless of political affiliation, to rise in defense of Ghana’s future. Power must never become more important than the people who confer it.”
Awuku urged President Mahama not to succumb to external influence or take decisions that could dent his hard-earned reputation built over the years.
“President Mahama secured an overwhelming victory in 2024, but electoral goodwill is never permanent. Mr. President, this is the time to protect your legacy, not to gamble with it.”
According to the former National Lottery Authority (NLA) Director, those urging Mahama toward altering constitutional limits or entertaining ideas of extended or lifelong leadership are “not serving the national interest.”
He concluded with a patriotic call, urging Ghanaians to resist any moves that undermine democratic accountability and the future of the nation.
“Our silence today could cost us the country we hope to leave for the next generation. Let’s protect our democracy because we owe the future generations this sacred responsibility. I am a Ghanaian and I have a voice too.”
