Correspondence from Ashanti Region

Founder and leader of the Open Arms Ministry, Apostle St Sark, has issued a stern warning against any attempt to secure a third term for former President John Dramani Mahama.

Speaking to reporters at his church in South Suntreso, Kumasi, the self-proclaimed “Spiritual President of Ghana” argued that Mahama has already served extensively in Ghanaian politics and should not seek another mandate.

“From Assemblyman to Member of Parliament, Deputy Minister, Minister, and then two terms as President, he has had his fair share, which no politician has had under this Fourth Republic,” St Sark declared.

“If you’re dreaming of a third term, wake up, because I will never allow it to happen. Now that I have spoken, it is settled. It will never happen. Two terms are enough.”

The controversial clergyman, who expressed interest in good governance and accountability, urged Mahama to focus on delivering on his current mandate rather than seeking an extension.

“I saw that you started well, and people were somewhat satisfied with the way you began. Good governance is what you must concentrate on and shun any third-term bid,” he said.

St Sark also weighed in on Mahama’s alleged attempts to remove top-ranking officials, including the Chief Justice, to consolidate power. While acknowledging public speculation, he suggested the exercise could have been driven by good intentions.

“I believe there is a fair motive behind the removal of these individuals. I don’t want to believe the speculation that it was intended to clear the way for a third-term bid,” he noted.

Addressing the National Democratic Congress (NDC), St Sark cautioned against pursuing strategies to extend Mahama’s presidency.

He further claimed that President Mahama had missed out on greater success because he failed to recognise his spiritual authority as the “Spiritual President” and the spiritual dimensions of leadership.