Veteran journalist and political commentator Kwesi Pratt Jnr has made allegations against some officials in Ghana's governing National Democratic Congress (NDC). He claims they are more focused on who will succeed President John Mahama rather than helping him deliver on his promises to Ghanaians. Pratt made these remarks in a TikTok video shared by political commentator Baba Amando. He expressed sadness for the president, describing the situation as a "monumental" betrayal.
According to Pratt, President Mahama entered office with a clear vision to reform key sectors of the economy under his reset agenda. However, he alleged that many appointees brought in to help realise this vision have shifted their focus to political ambition and internal positioning. Pratt argued that the president has struggled to assert authority over people openly engaging in premature political manoeuvring. This has hindered the administration's ability to concentrate on its development agenda.
Pratt pointed to NDC social media platforms, where conversations about governance and policy have been overshadowed by succession politics. Discussions about the 24-hour economy, a key aspect of Mahama's reset agenda, have taken a backseat to debates about who will succeed the president. Pratt has repeatedly warned the NDC about the dangers of early presidential ambitions among government officials. In August, he cautioned the party against assuming it will automatically win the 2028 elections.
On August 12, Pratt appeared on Metro TV's Good Morning Ghana, where he urged Mahama to ensure discipline in his administration. He described the NDC's assumption of an automatic win in 2028 as "faulty" and "amateurish." Pratt emphasized the need for the party to focus on its development agenda rather than engaging in premature succession battles. He also warned that any third-term push by Mahama would benefit the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP).
President Mahama has publicly stated that he is not a candidate in the next election. In December 2025, he pledged fiscal discipline and reaffirmed his commitment to Ghana's two-term presidential limit. Despite this, Pratt's allegations suggest that some NDC officials are already positioning themselves for the future. The situation has raised concerns about the party's ability to deliver on its promises to Ghanaians.
Pratt's comments have sparked a necessary conversation about the NDC's priorities and the potential consequences of internal power struggles. As the party prepares for the 2028 elections, it must balance the need for succession planning with the imperative of delivering on its development agenda. The administration's ability to navigate these challenges will be crucial in determining its success.
No official response from the NDC to Pratt's remarks has been reported. However, his warnings are likely to resonate with Ghanaians who are eager to see the party focus on delivering on its promises. The situation will continue to be monitored as the NDC prepares for the next election.
Key points
- Veteran journalist Kwesi Pratt Jnr has accused some NDC officials of prioritizing succession battles over President John Mahama's reset agenda.
- Pratt has warned the NDC against assuming an automatic win in the 2028 elections, describing the assumption as "faulty" and "amateurish."
- President Mahama has stated that he is not a candidate in the next election, reaffirming his commitment to Ghana's two-term presidential limit.
