The Electoral Commission has officially announced the victory of John Dramani Mahama as the winner and president-elect after he secured 56.5% of the vote in the December 7 election. His main rival, Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia, received 41% and has conceded defeat.
chairperson of the Electoral Commission (EC), Jean Mensah, has officially declared John Dramani Mahama as the winner and President-elect of the just ended 2024 Ghana election. She stated; ” I declear H.E John Dramani Mahama the winner and President-elect. ”

Mahama beat Bawumia by 1,671,093 votes. This win marks Mahama’s return to power after serving as president from 2012 to 2016. His campaign focused on fixing Ghana’s struggling economy. Many voters supported him, hoping for better times ahead.Mahama’s party, the National Democratic Congress (NDC), also won a majority in parliament.
This gives him strong backing to push his plans. Across the country, NDC supporters celebrated with songs, dances, and marches through the streets.
Observers from ECOWAS and other groups praised the election for being free and fair. The peaceful concession by Bawumia also showed Ghana’s commitment to democracy.
Now, all eyes are on Mahama. Ghanaians expect him to deliver on his promises to create jobs, stabilize the economy, and improve infrastructure. His leadership will shape the future of the country in the coming years.