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How the New Patriotic Party Lost Power in an Unprecedented Way to the NDC in Election 2024
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How the New Patriotic Party Lost Power in an Unprecedented Way to the NDC in Election 2024

The 2024 general election in Ghana will be remembered as one of the most unexpected political shifts in the country’s history. After nearly a decade in power, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) suffered a shocking defeat at the hands of their long-time rivals, the National Democratic Congress (NDC). The events leading up to this unprecedented change of leadership reveal a combination of factors that culminated in a political earthquake, reshaping the nation's political landscape. The Prelude: Growing Discontent For years, the NPP, led by President Nana Akufo-Addo, had been the dominant political force, having won two consecutive terms since 2016. However, the atmosphere heading into the 2024 elections was markedly different. While the party had delivered some key reforms and infrastr...
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UN envoy applauds Ghana’s Election Security Taskforce for peaceful polls
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UN envoy applauds Ghana’s Election Security Taskforce for peaceful polls

Mr. Leonardo Santos Simão, UN Special Representative for West Africa, has commended Ghana's National Election Security Taskforce (NESTF) for implementing strong security measures that contributed to ensuring peaceful elections. “Your results and your example will inspire other countries in West Africa, in the Sahel, and the rest of the continent. Peaceful elections are not by chance but by deliberate and dedicated efforts,” he said at a meeting with members of the taskforce in Accra on Monday. Mr. Simão, joined by Mr. Charles Abani, UN Resident Coordinator in Ghana, and other diplomats, commended the leadership of Dr. George Akuffo Dampare, the Inspector General of Police and Chair of the NESTF, for ensuring a peaceful electoral process. He acknowledged that elections often stirre...
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UN Special Representative congratulates Ghana on successful elections 
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UN Special Representative congratulates Ghana on successful elections 

Mr. Leonardo Santos Simão, the UN Secretary-General's Special Representative, has congratulated Ghanaians for holding a "peaceful and orderly" Presidential and Parliamentary election.   In a statement shared with the Ghana News Agency, he described the successful election as an important step toward strengthening the country’s democracy.  “The sense of responsibility demonstrated by all stakeholders, and the commitment of all the candidates, and leaders of political parties to ensuring that peace and security prevail during the entire electoral process, is once more a significant step towards consolidating the country’s democratic achievements, which will be cited as a model of political maturity and pragmatism,” he stated.  Mr. Santos Simão, who is also the Head of...
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Ernest Norgbey to serve another term as Ashaiman MP  
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Ernest Norgbey to serve another term as Ashaiman MP  

Mr Ernest Henry Norgbey, the Member of Parliament (MP) for Ashaiman, has secured the mandate to serve the constituency for a third term following his victory in the 2024 general election.   Out of 94,707 total votes cast, the incumbent MP garnered 65,083, representing 68.72 percent of the valid votes cast, surpassing his previous record.   His closest competitor, Mr Justice King Esseiel of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), polled 25,927.    Other contestants were Mr Heymann Emmanuel Kofi-Yesu of the Progressive People's Party, who managed 295 votes, and independent candidate Mr Kuda Gadafi Adam, 2,261.   In his victory speech, Mr Norgbey assured the constituents of developmental initiatives in the...
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A total of 43,503 people in Oforikrom constituency fail to vote in the December 07 elections  
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A total of 43,503 people in Oforikrom constituency fail to vote in the December 07 elections  

A whopping number of 43,503 registered voters in the Oforikrom constituency in the Ashanti region, failed to exercise their franchise during the December 07 general elections.   This represents 37.35 per cent of the 116,455 registered voters who were expected to vote in the elections.   On the elections day however, a total of 72,952 people came out to cast their ballot to elect their Member of Parliament and a President for Ghana.   Of this, 356 ballots were rejected by the Electoral Commission (EC), leaving 72,596 valid votes cast during the elections.   Mr Michael Kwasi Aidoo, a first-time applicant on the ticket of the NPP, was elected as the new Member of Parliament for the constituency.   He secured 47,709 of the valid votes...
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Victorious John Mahama promises new beginning for Ghana
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Victorious John Mahama promises new beginning for Ghana

Supporters of John Mahama have taken to the streets across the country to celebrate his victory Ghana's opposition candidate and former President John Mahama has promised "a new beginning, a new direction" for the country after being officially declared the winner of Saturday's presidential election. Mahama won with 56.6% against 41.6% for Vice-President Mahamudu Bawumia. It is the biggest margin of victory in the country for 24 years. Voter turnout was 60.9%, said the head of Ghana's electoral commission, Jean Mensa. Mahama said he felt "humbled" that he and his National Democratic Congress (NDC) had "chalked one of the best results in the electoral history of Ghana". He also noted that Ghana had "made history" by choosing its first female Vice-President, Jane Naana Opoku A...
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Opposition wins Ghana presidential election, vice-president says
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Opposition wins Ghana presidential election, vice-president says

Ghana's Vice-President Mahamudu Bawumia has accepted defeat in Saturday's election and congratulated the opposition candidate, former President John Mahama, on his victory. "The people have voted for change," said Bawumia. The elections come amid the country's worst economic crisis in a generation, which saw the cost of basic goods shoot up, while young people struggled to get jobs and the country was unable to repay its debts. Despite Bawumia's concession, no official results have been declared. The Electoral Commission (EC) said results had been delayed because supporters of the two main parties were impeding the process and it had asked the police to clear the collation centres. Mahama's supporters have taken to the streets around the country to celebrate, cheering, ...
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Ghana votes in tight presidential election race
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Ghana votes in tight presidential election race

Accra (AFP) – Ghana's vice president and former central banker Mahamudu Bawumia faces off against opposition ex-president John Mahama on Saturday in a closely fought election to decide on the country's new President. Ghana's election on Saturday is shaping into a tight race between the country's vice president and a former president  © OLYMPIA DE MAISMONT / AFP Ghana's struggling economy emerged as the major electoral issue after the West Africa gold producer went through a debt default, high inflation and negotiations for a $3 billion IMF bailout. ADVERTISING Voters will chose a successor to President Nana Akufo-Addo, who steps down after his legally allowed two terms, and will also elect the country's new parliament. Voting opens at 0700 GMT and closes at 1700 GM...
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New president awaits Ghana as election day arrives
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New president awaits Ghana as election day arrives

The results are set to be announced by Tuesday Election day has arrived in Ghana, where a debt crisis and high living costs mean the economy is uppermost in the minds of many voters. The West African nation is guaranteed a new president as Nana Akufo-Addo steps down after reaching the official limit of two terms in office. But he could be replaced with a familiar face, if former President John Mahama succeeds in his comeback attempt for the NDC party. His main challenger is expected to be Vice-President Mahamudu Bawumia, who would become the country's first Muslim leader if he wins for the governing NPP party. Other candidates include Nana Kwame Bediako, a businessman popular with young voters and Alan Kyerematen, who defected from the ruling NPP party last year. Close to...
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Ghana Bar Association Urges Tolerance Ahead of 2024 Elections
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Ghana Bar Association Urges Tolerance Ahead of 2024 Elections

The Ghana Bar Association (GBA) has issued a call for utmost tolerance and restraint from Ghanaians during and after the 2024 presidential and parliamentary elections. In a statement signed by its President, Mrs. Efua Ghartey, the Association emphasized the importance of peaceful, free, and fair elections. GBA President Mrs. Efua Ghartey, who made history as the first female president of the Ghana Bar Association, urged citizens to conduct themselves with integrity, respect, and civility, even in the face of differing opinions. The Association also reminded its members to be worthy ambassadors in promoting the tenets of a good election. Ghana is set to hold its presidential and parliamentary elections on Saturday, December 7, 2024. The two leading candidates are current Vice Presi...
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