Responding to growing calls from sections of the public, the former managing news editor of the Insight newspaper made his position clear.
“If I were president, I would have been a fool,” he said, stressing that leadership should not be driven by praise or popularity.
Pratt explained that ambition must be grounded in reality. According to him, not everyone who is respected or outspoken is suited for political leadership, especially at the highest level.
He suggested that the presidency requires a specific kind of preparation and responsibility that goes beyond public support.
His remarks have triggered mixed reactions. Some people see his statement as honest and refreshing, especially in a political space where many are quick to chase power.
Others believe his comments raise broader questions about leadership and whether capable individuals sometimes avoid public office.
The discussion also reflects a wider issue in Ghana’s political climate, where public figures are often encouraged to step into politics based on influence rather than readiness. Pratt’s response challenges that idea, emphasizing that recognition alone is not enough reason to seek power.