On December 7, 2024, Ghanaians headed to the polls to cast their votes for a new president and members of parliament. Apexnewsgh reports
The atmosphere in the lead-up to the election was charged with anticipation, as former President John Dramani Mahama of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) emerged as a leading candidate against the current Vice President, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia of the governing New Patriotic Party (NPP).
As the results began to pour in, it quickly became evident that Mahama had secured a resounding victory. In an official announcement from the Electoral Commission, Chairperson Jean Mensa declared Mahama as the president-elect. With a total of 6,328,397 votes, representing 56.55%, Mahama significantly outpaced his opponent, who garnered 4,657,304 votes, or 41.61%.
Despite the overwhelming majority, there was a noted concern as results from nine constituencies were still pending due to unresolved issues. Mensa explained that these outstanding results, which accounted for slightly over 947,000 votes, would not affect the overall declaration of Mahama as the winner. The total valid votes cast amounted to 11,191,422, with a voter turnout of 60.9%, a respectable figure underscoring public engagement in the democratic process.
While the elections began peacefully, some areas later erupted into chaos as reports of attempted rigging surfaced along with delays in result compilations. Tragically, the post-election turmoil resulted in the loss of three lives, with many more injured. In response, the Ghana Police Service detained 89 individuals for various election-related offenses.
Amid the unrest, the NDC managed to secure a clear majority in parliament, despite several parliamentary seats still under contention. The atmosphere was a blend of celebration and sorrow as the nation prepared for a new chapter with Mahama returning to the presidency, while grappling with the fallout from the turbulent electoral process.
Source: Apexnewsgh.com
