Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, the flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has announced his decision to concede defeat in the 2024 presidential election.
Speaking during a press conference at his residence on Sunday, December 8, Bawumia explained that his decision to step down was motivated by a desire to avoid further tension in the country.
He expressed concern about the increasing strain on the nation and stressed the importance of peace and unity.
Bawumia, who had campaigned vigorously throughout the election period, acknowledged the will of the people and expressed his commitment to ensuring a peaceful transition of power.
He urged all supporters of the NPP to remain calm and supportive in this moment of change.
The vice president’s concession came as part of an effort to preserve Ghana’s democracy and uphold the spirit of peaceful elections, which has long been a hallmark of the nation’s political process.
"The people of Ghana have voted for change and respect that will of the Ghanaian people. I am making this concession speech to avoid the tension in this country."
Debates
Meanwhile Dr Bawumia's decision has generated some debates among some Ghanaians. While some commended him for considering the peace and stability of the nation first and not his parochial interest, others are of the view that he should have waited a bit for the Electoral Commission(EC) to start announcing some of the results before conceding defeat.
At the National Collation Centre at the EC headquarters in Accra, Vincent Amenuveve reports that no certified results have been announced. Media organisations are waiting for the certified results to be announced by the EC.
Tema West
From the Tema West Constituency, Angela Sun-Ledi reports that the National Democratic Congress (NDC) has secured a commanding victory in the presidential results for the Tema West Constituency. Official figures collated at the Tema Senior High School indicate that the NDC garnered 48,327 votes, representing 62.9 per cent of the total valid votes cast.
The NPP followed with 27,049 votes, accounting for 35.24 per cent. A total of 580 ballots were rejected, bringing the total valid votes cast to 76,754.
The voter turnout for the constituency was recorded as 57.02 per cent.
Historically, Tema West has been a stronghold of the NPP in presidential elections, with the party enjoying consistent support from the constituency's urban and middle-class voters. However, this year's results highlight a significant shift, as the NDC takes the lead in a constituency that has long favoured the NPP.
The outcome underscores changing voter dynamics in Tema West, reflecting the constituency's growing political diversity.
