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Mahama Calls For National Unity
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Mahama Calls For National Unity

In a passionate appeal to the nation, President-elect John Dramani Mahama has emphasised the need for national unity and collective action to tackle Ghana’s pressing challenges. Speaking at the 31st all-night service held at the Sanctuary of Wind and Fire Assemblies of God in Tamale on December 31, John Mahama stressed that the country’s transformation requires the input and cooperation of all political parties and citizens. The President-elect acknowledged the difficulties facing the nation, stating that “our country is in crisis, we all know it.” However, he expressed optimism that through collective action and a sense of national purpose, Ghanaians can overcome these challenges and build a brighter future. Mahama’s message of unity and cooperation was reinforced by his call ...
Ablakwa grateful to Mahama for appointing him Chair of ORAL  
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Ablakwa grateful to Mahama for appointing him Chair of ORAL  

Mr Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, Member of Parliament (MP) for North Tongu, has expressed gratitude to President-elect John Dramani Mahama for appointing him Chairman of the Operation Recover All Loot (ORAL).   In a statement, Mr Ablakwa said: "I accept to chair this ORAL. I humbly accept to chair this ORAL Team with a profound sense of duty, integrity and patriotism".   "We are grateful to President-elect H.E. John Mahama for the confidence reposed in us."   Other members of the ORAL Team include Mr Daniel Domelevo, a former Auditor-General, Commissioner of Police (COP) Nathaniel Kofi Boakye (rtd), Mr Martin Kpebu, a Private Legal Practitioner and Mr Raymond Archer, an Investigative Journalist.   Anti-corruption, with ORAL as a major plank, formed a co...
Dozens of Ghana president-elect’s supporters arrested in post-poll chaos
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Dozens of Ghana president-elect’s supporters arrested in post-poll chaos

Police have warned people against engaging in violence Police in Ghana have arrested more than 100 people - mostly opposition supporters of President-elect John Mahama - over acts of lawlessness. Supporters of the newly elected president who want jobs have allegedly attacked some state institutions, looted properties, and engaged in disturbances that have left some police and military personnel injured. The irate supporters also torched two electoral commission offices due to a delay in announcing the outcome of Saturday's elections and disagreements over some parliamentary results. Mahama has condemned the vandalism and called on President Nana Akufo-Addo and security agencies to "act decisively" in addressing the violence. Vice-President Bawumia, the defeated presidential ...
More jobs and no ‘nuisance taxes’ – Ghanaians’ great expectations
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More jobs and no ‘nuisance taxes’ – Ghanaians’ great expectations

Ghana's former President John Mahama will be under enormous pressure to meet the expectations of voters following his landslide victory in Saturday's election.  He swept back to power after eight years in opposition, running what political analyst Nansata Yakubu described as a "masterclass" in campaigning.  He defeated Vice-President Mahamudu Bawumia by 56.6% of votes to 41.6% to notch up the biggest margin of victory by a candidate in 24 years. But voter turnout was lower than in the 2020 election, especially in some of the heartlands of Bwaumia's New Patriotic Party (NPP), suggesting some people there - disillusioned with its performance in government - stayed at home.  As Mahama's supporters celebrated his victory, Belinda Amuzu - a teacher in the northern cit...
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...
NDC calls for moderate celebrations among supporters after 2024 election victory 
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NDC calls for moderate celebrations among supporters after 2024 election victory 

Mr. Fiifi Kwetey, General Secretary of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has urged party supporters to celebrate their electoral victory in a lawful and moderate manner.  “This victory belongs to the people of Ghana, and we must show responsibility in all we do. We have urged our members to exercise restraint, follow the law, and wait for proper instructions from the party leadership,” he said.  Addressing the media on Monday after a meeting with Dr. George Akuffo Dampare, Inspector General of Police (IGP), and the Police Management Board (POMAB), Mr. Kweteysaid the party had issued directives to its members to refrain from acts that could jeopardise peace and security.  The meeting, held at the National Election Security Taskforce (NESTF) Press...
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...
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, ...
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...
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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