Ghana Post Elections

Former President John Dramani Mahama exudes unwavering confidence in his political party, the National Democratic Congress (NDC), as he looks forward to securing victory in the upcoming December 2024 general election. Despite the emergence of 10 aspirants vying for the ruling New Patriotic Party's (NPP) nomination, the ex-president remains unshaken. During an interview with KSM, the former president asserted that these aspirants lack a compelling message to convey to the Ghanaian people, as they all seem to be perpetuating President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo's 'poor' policies and legacy. “The first thing to note is that they are all going to run on Nana Addo’s legacy. They are all inheriting the mess they have made for Ghanaians. I don’t see who is going to be more than the other,” remarked Mr Mahama. Additionally, the former president expressed his anticipation for the selection process within the NPP, where five aspirants will be chosen, while the remaining...

  Former President John Dramani Mahama has assured the people of Assin North that the National Democratic Congress (NDC) will prioritize their needs if the party emerges victorious in the 2024 general election. Mahama made these remarks during the 'Thank You Tour' of the Constituency, following the re-election of James Gyakye Quayson as Member of Parliament in a recent bye-election. He emphasized that the NDC's triumph in Assin North signifies their readiness to reclaim power and expressed optimism about the party's chances in the upcoming elections, considering the constituency's historical significance in Ghana.   “If history is being written about elections in Ghana, the people of Assin North will have their name written in gold. The victory in this bye-election is the beginning of our march to recapture power.   “We are carrying the same momentum to the 2024 general election. I have faith in the Almighty God to grant the NDC victory in the next election....

  John Mahama, the flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has expressed the party's determination to confront electoral irregularities in the upcoming 2024 election. He alleges that the Electoral Commission (EC) may be inclined to manipulate the election outcomes. The former President asserts that the EC's recent directive requiring the use of the Ghana Card for voter identification could disenfranchise certain Ghanaians. Despite facing opposition from some segments of the population, the Electoral Commission is proceeding with the implementation of the Ghana Card for the compilation of the new voters' register. Consequently, individuals without a Ghana Card will be unable to participate in the 2024 general elections. John Mahama criticizes this directive as unnecessary. He also believes that the New Patriotic Party (NPP) will take advantage of the flexible leadership and activities of the EC to hold onto power. “The New Patriotic Party led by Pre...

  John Dramani Mahama, former President and flagbearer of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC), has promised to appoint James Gyakye Quayson as a minister if he is elected president again as president. Mahama made this statement when he spoke to Assin North constituents over the weekend ahead of the by-election scheduled in the area on Tuesday, June 27. “He [Gyake Quayson] is humble, God-fearing, and respects everyone. If God helps me to be president, nothing will stop me from appointing him as a minister. Even as an opposition MP, look at what he has been able to do in terms of development from his own pockets. Just imagine what he would do if he becomes a minister,” Mahama added. The Electoral Commission scheduled a by-election in Assin North following the nullification of the 2020 parliamentary election in the constituency, which was won by Mr. Quayson. The 2020 parliamentary election in Assin North was nullified by the Supreme Court, which found that Mr. Q...

  Former President John Dramani Mahama, the flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has criticized the decision of the High Court to hold daily hearings for the trial case involving James Gyakye Quayson.   In a ruling, the High Court stated that the perjury and forgery trial against Mr. Quayson would proceed every day, commencing on Tuesday, June 20, 2023.   Quayson's lawyer had requested for the trial to be postponed until after the Assin North by-election scheduled for June 27, 2023, in which Quayson is a candidate. However, the court rejected this plea.   The Attorney General, Godfred Yeboah Dame, argued that due to the seriousness of the charges against Quayson, he could face imprisonment if convicted, hence the necessity for a swift trial.   Nevertheless, John Mahama has criticized the ruling, considering it to be illogical and unreasonable. “We need to vote for our brother who has sacrificed for the party, because of the hatred for ...

  Former President John Dramani Mahama has charged at the country’s judicial system, alleging it is being manipulated by political powers. Addressing the US Chapter of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) at the Bentley University over the weekend, Mr Mahama said the party has a problem with the Judiciary. The 2020 NDC flagbearer who lost the elections and a subsequent petition at the Supreme Court insists the Judiciary must undergo urgent reforms. “We do have problems with the Judiciary, I must say. I think that it is necessary for some internal reforms to take place there. It is necessary for the Chief Justice or whoever is responsible to make some reforms. “Most of the governance institutions have been politicised. I give the example of the Judiciary. It is only in Ghana that a Supreme Court will make a decision that a birth certificate is not proof of citizenship,” he said. “There are many such funny judgements that have been given. I remember at one time, our colleague ...