The Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, has congratulated President-elect John Dramani Mahama following his re-election.
In a Facebook post dated December 9, Speaker Bagbin highlighted the significance of Mahama’s victory, noting that Ghanaians have decisively chosen him to revive the nation.
He expressed his hope that divine guidance would accompany Mahama during this challenging period for the country.
“Ghanaians have courageously and resoundingly reset the presidency to reset the nation. Congratulations, Your Excellency, John Dramani Mahama, president-elect and Commander-in-Chief of the Ghana Armed Forces.
“The God almighty who brought you back will be your guide at this critical time that our nation is at its lowest point. Again, congratulations!”
The Electoral Commission (EC) on Monday, December 9, confirmed Mahama’s victory with 6,328,397 votes cast representing 56.55% of the valid votes cast, defeating his primary rival, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), who garnered 4,657,304 votes representing 41.61%.
Mahama’s victory also marked a significant achievement for his party, the National Democratic Congress (NDC), which won a majority in the Parliament.
Over 160 seats have already been confirmed for the NDC, including key constituencies traditionally held by the ruling NPP. This success strengthens Mahama’s mandate as he prepares to assume the presidency once again.