Prophet Thomas Iddrisu, a pastor based in Goaso in the Ahafo Region, has declared that former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia will never become President of Ghana, challenging traditional authorities to banish him from their lands if the New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer becomes president.
The prophet made the declaration during a visit to his church by President John Dramani Mahama, accompanied by the Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, Mahama Ayariga, and other members of his entourage as part of the President’s Resetting Ghana Agenda tour.
Addressing the gathering, Prophet Iddrisu expressed strong conviction about his prophecy concerning Dr. Bawumia’s political future and challenged traditional rulers to hold him accountable if the former Vice President eventually assumes the presidency.
“If Bawumia ever becomes president, the chiefs should banish me from their land,” he declared.
The statement has drawn attention to the role of religious prophecies in Ghana’s political discourse, particularly as political parties and their supporters look ahead to the 2028 general elections.
Dr. Bawumia, who served as Vice President under former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, remains a prominent figure in the NPP and is leading the party’s efforts to regain power.
Prophet Iddrisu’s declaration, however, represents his personal religious prediction and does not determine the outcome of any future election.
During the same gathering, Prophet Iddrisu expressed support for President Mahama, commending his political resilience and recounting his belief in the President’s eventual return to power.
Mahama, in turn, acknowledged the prophet’s influence on his political journey, revealing that a prophecy made by Iddrisu had encouraged him to remain in politics at a time when he was considering stepping away after leaving office.
According to Mahama, the prophecy helped renew his determination to pursue the presidency again after his previous tenure ended.
The President subsequently returned to office, making the account a notable moment during the church gathering.
The exchange highlighted the relationship between the two men and underscored the influence that religious leaders and their pronouncements can have on the personal and political decisions of public figures.
Prophet Iddrisu’s prophecy about Dr. Bawumia has generated discussion in political circles and on social media, with reactions reflecting differing views on the place of religious prophecies in Ghana’s democratic process.
While some supporters of the governing National Democratic Congress (NDC) may welcome declarations that appear favourable to their political interests, others have questioned the certainty with which some religious figures predict the electoral fortunes of politicians.
The discussion has also revived memories of earlier political predictions concerning former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, who eventually won the presidency after previous unsuccessful attempts.
Such comparisons have fuelled debate about the reliability of political prophecies and whether they should influence public expectations ahead of elections.
Ghana’s political history has often featured religious leaders making declarations about presidential candidates, election outcomes and the future of political parties.
These pronouncements can attract significant public attention, particularly when they involve prominent political figures.
Nevertheless, political predictions made on religious grounds remain distinct from the electoral process, through which citizens determine their leaders.
Dr. Bawumia’s prospects of becoming President of Ghana will ultimately be determined by the democratic process and the choices of voters in a future election.
Prophet Iddrisu’s declaration has therefore added another dimension to the political conversation ahead of the 2028 general elections, particularly given his challenge to traditional authorities to banish him if his prediction proves wrong.
His remarks also raise questions about the intersection of faith, political allegiance and public discourse in Ghana, where religious leaders often command considerable influence within their communities.
For now, the prophecy remains a declaration of the pastor’s conviction about Dr. Bawumia’s political future. Whether it will stand the test of time will depend on how events unfold in Ghana’s political landscape.
By 1960news.com
