President-elect John Mahama has praised NPP Flagbearer Dr Mahamudu Bawumia for conceding defeat before the Electoral Commission officially declared the 2024 election results.
Delivering his acceptance speech on Monday, December 9, Mahama acknowledged Dr. Bawumia’s concession as a crucial step in easing potential tensions.
“I commend Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia for his statesmanship in conceding the elections ahead of the Electoral Commission’s declaration. His actions significantly reduced the tensions often associated with elections like this, Mahama stated.
He further disclosed that President Akufo-Addo had called to congratulate him on his decisive victory.