In a significant turn of events, Ghana’s former president, John Dramani Mahama of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has been declared the winner of the country’s presidential election. This marks a triumphant return to power for John, who previously led the nation from 2012 to 2017. His victory comes after Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia publicly conceded and accepted the results....CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE➤
This election represents a pivotal moment in Ghana’s democratic journey, as it ends two consecutive terms of governance by the New Patriotic Party (NPP), under the outgoing President, Nana Akufo – Addo . John John Dramani Mahama’s win also highlights his resilience, comin g after two failed bids in 2016 and 2020 to reclaim the presidency.
“The people of Ghana have spoken, the people have voted for change at this time and we respect it with all humility,” John said during a news conference today.
In a post on X (formerly Twitter), he also confirmed he received a congratulatory call from Mahamudu, who acknowledged his “emphatic victory.”
Speaking during his concession, Mahamudu, the NPP’s presidential candidate, revealed
that his party’s internal collation of results showed the NDC had won both the presidential and parliamentary elections.
Before his concession speech, tensions had flared in several local constituency centres, with reports of scuffles as results continued to arrive from polling stations.
Mahamudu further explained his decision to concede before the Electoral Commission’s official declaration, stating,
While the Electoral Commission’s formal announcement is still pending, Mahamudu Bawumia’s concession has effectively confirmed the outcome of the election.
Adding to the historic nature of this moment, Ghana is set to welcome its first female vice-president. Professor Jane Opoku – Agyemang , a 73-year-old former Minister of Education, will make history as she assumes the role alongside John Mahama.
This milestone, while significant, highlights the slow progress of gender representation in African democracy. Just recently, Namibia elected its first female president , Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, since gaining independence in 1990. ...CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE➤
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