President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has formally congratulated President-elect John Dramani Mahama on his resounding victory in Ghana’s December 7 presidential election.  

The announcement was made following the Electoral Commission’s declaration of results, delivered by its Chairperson, Mrs Jean Mensa. In a statement released by the Communications Directorate at Jubilee House, President Akufo-Addo reaffirmed his commitment to ensuring a seamless transition of power on 7th January 2025. 

“President Akufo-Addo expressed his commitment to ensuring a seamless transfer of power on 7th January 2025 and looks forward to working with the President-elect and his team to realise this goal,” wrote Eugene Arhin, Director of Communications.  

Commitment to democracy

The President lauded the Electoral Commission for conducting a credible and peaceful election, describing it as a testament to Ghana’s robust democratic institutions. He also commended the Ghanaian electorate and all stakeholders for their dedication to a transparent electoral process.  

President Akufo-Addo emphasised the need for national unity, urging all Ghanaians to consolidate democracy and uphold the rule of law.  

“In the spirit of collaboration, the President has invited the President-elect for a meeting on Wednesday, 11th December 2024, at Jubilee House to initiate the transition process,” the statement added.  

Message of unity and goodwill
  
In a tweet posted shortly after the announcement, President Akufo-Addo extended his congratulations to John Mahama and praised the election’s peaceful conduct.  

“Earlier this evening, I called President-elect @JDMahama to congratulate him on his decisive victory in the just-ended presidential election,” the President wrote. “I also congratulated the @ECGhanaOfficial and the Ghanaian people for a successful election that reflects the enduring strength of Ghana’s democracy. In the spirit of collaboration, I invited the President-elect for a meeting on Wednesday at Jubilee House to initiate the transition process. May God continue to bless our homeland Ghana and make her great and strong.” 

The invitation for a transition meeting, scheduled for December 11, 2024, underscores Ghana’s reputation as a beacon of democracy on the African continent.  

The President’s statement concluded with a prayerful appeal for divine blessings upon the nation, as he called on Ghanaians to rally behind efforts to strengthen the country.