Mahamudu Bawumia, Ghana’s vice president, has conceded defeat in the country’s presidential election, acknowledging that John Mahama has secured victory.
Bawumia, the candidate for the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP), made the announcement following the release of partial election results, which indicate that Mahama of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) is on track to win.
With votes still being counted, Mahama has accumulated 976,644 votes, or 56.39 percent, while Bawumia has garnered 738,493 votes, amounting to 42.64 percent.
In a press conference held at his residence on Sunday, Bawumia, acknowledging the results, stated that the outcome was in the best interest of Ghana. He also confirmed that he had called Mahama to offer his congratulations.
“From our internal tally, it is clear that former President John Dramani Mahama has decisively won the election,” Bawumia remarked.
“Additionally, the NDC has also secured victory in the parliamentary elections, and while some seats are still being finalized, I believe the results will not alter the overall outcome.”
Bawumia emphasized that his decision to concede before the official announcement by the Electoral Commission was meant to avoid further tension and maintain peace in the country.
He also highlighted the importance of preserving Ghana’s reputation as a peaceful and democratic nation in the eyes of the international community.
“I accept the will of the Ghanaian people with humility,” Bawumia concluded.
