The Supreme Court of Ghana has dismissed a case filed by Kenneth Kwabena Agyei Kuranchie, the editor of the Daily Searchlight newspaper, challenging former President John Dramani Mahama's eligibility to run for president.

The court reportedly asserted that Kuranchie needs to acquire a solid legal mentor and properly learn his under their guidance.

In June 2023, Kuranchie initiated the legal action against the former president, contesting his eligibility for a presidential run. In his writ, he sought a clear interpretation of Article 66 (1) of the 1992 Constitution, specifically outlining the presidential term as four years.

Kuranchie argued that, according to the correct interpretation of Article 62, a former president of Ghana is not qualified to seek re-election. He urged the court to prevent John Mahama from pursuing his presidential ambitions.

In response, John Mahama submitted a motion to the Supreme Court on September 25, 2023, seeking the dismissal of Kuranchie's writ of summons filed on June 12, 2023, citing technicalities.

In a ruling on Tuesday, November 14, 2023, the Supreme Court rejected the suit, affirming that John Dramani Mahama is eligible to participate in the 2024 General Elections. The court's decision clears the way for Mahama's presidential bid.