John Mahama is formally declared the victor of the 2024 presidential election by the EC after receiving 56.55% of the total votes.

Following protracted delays, EC and Jean Mensa finally announce the results of the 2024 presidential election, solidifying former President John Mahama's win following Bawumia's early concession.

Following the late announcement on the evening of December 9, 2024, the Electoral Commission of Ghana formally announced that John Mahama, the National Democratic Congress (NDC) candidate, had won the 2024 presidential election.

Jean Mensa, the commission's chairperson and the returning officer for the national presidential election, made the announcement. As she announced the findings, she stated, "As a commission, we have fulfilled our vowed aspiration to have transparency at the heart of our operations."

Mahama, the former president of Ghana from 2012 to 2016, received 56.55% of the vote, more than his primary opponent, Mahamudu Bawumia, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) candidate, who received 6,328,397 votes.

The election results were validated following a careful assessment of the votes from around the country. The EC head claims that the commission failed to finish the collation procedure in nine constituencies that were left out of the results that were announced.

Bawumia quickly admitted loss when the election ended on December 7, 2024, despite his earlier optimism about his chances.

In a sincere address, he made the surrender, recognizing the people's will and calling for a peaceful and orderly handover of power. In the speech, he congratulated Mahama and urged Ghanaians to support the incoming government for the country's prosperity. He also called for national unity.

Bawumia's prompt acceptance of the outcome demonstrated his respect for the democratic process and his dedication to a peaceful transition.

What’s next for Ghana and John Mahama?

The nation is now looking to the future under Mahama's leadership following his triumph. Mahama has committed to addressing young unemployment, economic recovery, reclaiming state theft, and bolstering Ghana's infrastructure.

Mahama's leadership is anticipated to concentrate on bringing the country together and tackling urgent problems in a number of areas as the NDC gets ready for its formal inauguration in January 2025, marking its return to governance.

Bawumia's nonviolent concession paves the way for a peaceful transition in which both major parties prioritize national unity. Mahama's team will start the transition process in the next few days in order to get ready for the commencement of his second term in office.