US–Israel–Iran tensions: Mahama’s early warning a sign of visionary leadership – Lawyer Justice Abdulai

Lawyer Justice Abdulai, a law lecturer at the University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA), has described President John Dramani Mahama’s caution on the escalating US–Israel–Iran conflict as timely and necessary, given Ghana’s economic vulnerabilities.

Speaking on the potential ripple effects of the growing tensions between the United States, Israel and Iran via Kessben TV’s Digest, the legal academic noted that Ghanaians are often conditioned to associate major national announcements, particularly budget readings, with increments in the prices of goods and services.

According to him, Ghana’s economy is heavily dependent on oil imports, and any surge in global oil prices triggered by geopolitical instability in the Middle East would inevitably impact transportation, production costs, and the prices of essential goods and services.

“Our economy largely depends on oil, so whenever there is an increment, it affects almost all goods and services,” he stated.

He explained that President Mahama’s caution about the possible economic repercussions of the America–Israel–Iran conflict is grounded in the realities of Ghana’s import structure, especially in relation to oil and gas.

Justice Abdulai emphasized that proactive leadership is critical in times of global uncertainty, adding that a president who alerts citizens to looming external shocks demonstrates foresight rather than fear.

“If you have a visionary President to alert you on upcoming incidents, then it is a call in a good direction,” he said.

He further argued that it would be irresponsible for the President to remain silent on developments that could have far-reaching economic consequences for the country.

“It would be suicidal for the President to hesitate on what is likely to happen. It is good to be aware of unfolding occurrences so people can arm themselves before it happens unawares,” he stressed.

His comments come amid heightened global anxiety over the deepening hostilities in the Middle East and concerns about how prolonged instability could disrupt global energy markets and fragile economies like Ghana’s.