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politics1 year ago

Mahama's Historic Return: Can He Deliver on High Hopes?

John Dramani Mahama has been declared the winner of Ghana's 2024 presidential election and is expected to make key government appointments within 24 hours as per The Presidential (Transition) Act, 2012. These appointments include his Chief of Staff and key ministry positions. Mahama will also form a transition team with outgoing President Nana Akufo-Addo, co-chaired by both leaders, to ensure a smooth transition of power before his swearing-in on January 7, 2025.

politics1 year ago

John Mahama's Return: Can He Fulfill Ghana's Hopes?

John Mahama has been declared the president-elect of Ghana, winning with 56.6% of the vote against Vice-President Mahamudu Bawumia's 41.6%. This marks a significant comeback for Mahama, who previously served as president from 2012 to 2017. In his victory speech, Mahama promised a new beginning for Ghana, which is currently facing an economic crisis. The election saw a voter turnout of 60.9% and was generally peaceful, although there were some incidents of violence. Mahama's victory also marks the election of Ghana's first female Vice-President, Jane Naana Opoku Agyemang.

politics1 year ago

John Mahama Returns as Ghana's President with Economic Reform Pledge

Speaker of Ghana's Parliament, Alban Bagbin, congratulated former President John Dramani Mahama on winning the 2024 presidential election, highlighting it as a testament to Ghana's democratic values. Mahama, representing the National Democratic Congress, secured 56.55% of the votes, defeating Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia. Bagbin urged Ghanaians to support Mahama in fostering national unity and addressing future challenges.

politics1 year ago

John Mahama Secures Victory in Ghana's Pivotal Election Amid Economic Struggles

Ghana's Vice-President Mahamudu Bawumia has conceded defeat in the presidential election, congratulating opposition candidate John Mahama on his victory, despite no official results being declared yet. The election took place amid a severe economic crisis, and Mahama's supporters are celebrating across the country. Bawumia's concession is based on internal tallies from the ruling New Patriotic Party, indicating Mahama's decisive win. This marks a continuation of Ghana's trend of alternating power between the National Democratic Congress and the New Patriotic Party.