President Nana Akufo-Addo has lauded Ghana’s 2024 general elections as a testament to the nation’s democratic strength and resilience.
Speaking at the commissioning of a new office complex for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration on Tuesday, December 17, the President highlighted how the successful elections reinforced Ghana’s democratic credentials.
“The peaceful conduct of the presidential and parliamentary elections on December 7, 2024, stands as a testament to the resilience of our democracy.
“The gracious concession by Vice President Alhaji Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the NPP presidential candidate, underscores that democracy remains the bedrock of our progress and national unity,” he said.
John Dramani Mahama of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) reclaimed the presidency with 56.55% of valid votes, amounting to 6,328,397 votes, while his main contender, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), garnered 4,657,304 votes.
President Akufo-Addo expressed optimism that Ghana’s democratic legacy would endure, ensuring peace, stability, and progress for the nation.
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