Why it's wrong
Assigns motive rather than describing action. It frames political developments as illegitimate or opportunistic without specifying the legal, institutional, or procedural changes involved.
What's actually true
International IDEA data show that peaceful transfers of power have become more common across Africa since the 1990s. Between 2010 and 2023, more than 30 peaceful transfers of power took place across African countries through elections and constitutional processes.
Don't say · Say instead
Don't say
“This is a power grab by the president.”
Say instead
“This is a political manoeuvre to consolidate power through constitutional or legal changes.”
Shorthand: Political manoeuvre