Former General Secretary of the People’s National Convention (PNC), Janet Asana Nabla, has sparked political debate after declaring that the governing National Democratic Congress (NDC) would still suffer defeat in the next general election, even if President John Dramani Mahama were to seek a third term in office.
Speaking during a media interview, Nabla argued that the NDC’s current performance in government has failed to meet the expectations of many Ghanaians, insisting that public dissatisfaction could significantly influence the outcome of future elections.
According to her, discussions about a possible third-term bid for President Mahama would not change the political fortunes of the ruling party. She maintained that the NDC’s electoral prospects depend more on its governance and the confidence of the electorate than on the popularity of any individual leader.
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Nabla further contended that Ghanaians would ultimately assess the government’s record on key national issues, including the economy, job creation, infrastructure, and the cost of living, when they head to the polls.
The comments also come amid ongoing public discussions about Ghana’s constitutional presidential term limits. Under the 1992 Constitution, a president is limited to serving two four-year terms in office. Any change to that arrangement would require constitutional processes rather than a unilateral decision by a sitting president.
Political analysts believe statements such as Nabla’s are likely to fuel further debate as political parties begin positioning themselves ahead of future elections.