President John Dramani Mahama, during his inaugural speech on January 7, 2025, praised his contender in the 2024 elections, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, who entered the election on the ticket of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), for conceding early defeat after the collation began following the close of polls on December 7.

According to Mahama, the gesture portrayed by the former vice president contributed to easing tension and the early conclusion of the contest.

The President of the Republic also added that he wishes Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia success in his endeavours.

“I extend my warmest wishes to His Excellency, the former Vice President, Dr. Alhaji Mahamudu Bawumia. It was a grueling campaign, and we each gave it our all. Your sportsmanship in making an early concession eased tensions and contributed to the early conclusion of the electoral contest. I wish you all the best in your endeavors,” he said.

Barely 24 hours after collation began for the 2024 elections, Dr. Bawumia called President John Mahama to congratulate him for winning the elections after monitoring from the NPP’s strong room.

He openly admitted that he had lost the elections and hence Mahama is the president-elect.

Several key personalities in the country praised him for choosing peace and democracy during the election.







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