President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has formally congratulated President-elect John Dramani Mahama on his resounding victory in Ghana’s 2024 Presidential Election. This recognition follows the declaration of results by the Chairperson of the Electoral Commission, Mrs. Jean Mensa, on Monday evening, December 9, 2024.
In a phone call to Mahama, President Akufo-Addo expressed his firm commitment to ensuring a seamless and smooth transfer of power on January 7, 2025. He reaffirmed his readiness to collaborate closely with Mahama and his team to guarantee a successful transition process.
Acknowledging the successful execution of the election, President Akufo-Addo commended the Electoral Commission, the Ghanaian people, and all relevant stakeholders for their unwavering dedication to a credible and peaceful electoral process. He emphasized that this achievement reflects Ghana’s steadfast democratic values and its respect for the rule of law.
In a bid to foster unity and collaboration, the President has invited the President-elect to a meeting on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, at Jubilee House. This meeting will mark the formal beginning of the transition process.
President Akufo-Addo also called on all Ghanaians to unite in the spirit of national progress, ensuring the consolidation of democracy and contributing to the continued growth of the nation. He reiterated his commitment to upholding good governance and peaceful transitions, principles that have solidified Ghana’s reputation as a beacon of democracy in Africa.
In conclusion, the President expressed, “May God continue to bless our homeland Ghana and make her great and strong.”
Below is the full statement:
Following the official declaration of the 2024 Presidential Election results by the Chairperson of the Electoral Commission, Mrs. Jean Mensa, President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has congratulated President-elect John Dramani Mahama on his decisive victory.
The President has pledged his full support to ensure a smooth and effective transfer of power on January 7, 2025, and looks forward to collaborating with the President-elect and his team to facilitate this process.
He also congratulated the Electoral Commission and the people of Ghana for a well-executed election, which underscores the enduring strength of Ghana’s democracy. The President praised the active participation of all stakeholders in maintaining a credible and peaceful election process.
President Akufo-Addo has invited President-elect Mahama for a meeting on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, at Jubilee House to formally commence the transition process. He reaffirmed his commitment to the principles of good governance and a peaceful transition that will further enhance Ghana’s standing as a democratic leader in Africa.
