Private legal practitioner Kwaku Asare, popularly known as Kwaku Azar, has weighed in on the recent declaration by President Mahama that he will not seek a third term, calling it a necessary move despite constitutional provisions against it.

While many assumed the president’s declaration was needless, Asare argues that the political and social landscape of Ghana and Africa demanded this public reassurance.

The lawyer and accounting Professor stated that although Ghana’s constitution prohibits a third presidential term, the declaration serves a crucial purpose in the realm of politics, perception, and precedent.

In an opinion piece, he noted that the President’s statement was not only prudent but essential for maintaining Ghana’s democratic integrity and political stability.

He further argued that while the constitution speaks for itself, effective leadership demands clear communication.

"The president’s declaration was a necessary act of proactive statesmanship that goes beyond the letter of the law to secure political stability and democratic confidence," he added.