After long delays, the EC and Jean Mensa have finally announced the presidential results, confirming former President John Mahama’s victory in Ghana’s 2024 election following his main opponent Bawumia’s early concession. This marks a historic comeback for Mahama, who previously led the country from 2012 to 2017.
On the evening of December 9, 2024, the Electoral Commission of Ghana officially announced that John Mahama, representing the National Democratic Congress (NDC), had won the 2024 Presidential Election.
The declaration was done by Jean Mensa, who is the chairperson of the commission and also serves as the returning officer for the presidential elections at the national level. “As a commission, we have fulfilled our vowed aspiration to have transparency at the heart of our operations”, she said as she declared the results.
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Mahama, who previously served as Ghana’s president from 2012 to 2016, secured 56.55% of the vote, surpassing his main rival, Mahamudu Bawumia, the flag bearer for the New Patriotic Party (NPP) being 6,328,397 votes.
The election results were confirmed after a thorough review of the votes from across the country. According to the EC chair, the commission was unable to complete the collation process in 9 constituencies that were not included in the declared results.
Bawumia, who had initially been optimistic about his chances, conceded defeat promptly after the election closed on December 7, 2024.
His concession came in a heartfelt speech, where he acknowledged the will of the people and urged for a smooth and peaceful transition of power. In the speech, he expressed his congratulations to Mahama and called for unity in the country, urging Ghanaians to support the incoming administration for the betterment of the nation.
Bawumia’s swift acceptance of the result reflected his commitment to a peaceful transition and his respect for the democratic process.
What’s next for Ghana and John Dramani Mahama?
With Mahama’s victory, the country now looks toward the future under his leadership. Mahama has pledged to focus on recovering state loot, economic recovery, tackling youth unemployment, and strengthening Ghana’s infrastructure.
As the NDC prepares for its return to governance with the official inauguration in January 2025, Mahama’s leadership is expected to focus on unifying the nation and addressing pressing issues across various sectors.
The peaceful concession by Bawumia sets the stage for a calm transition, with both political parties emphasizing national cohesion. The coming days will see Mahama’s team begin the transition process, preparing for the start of his second term in office.
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