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In a message of solidarity, President Bola Tinubu congratulated John Dramani Mahama on his election win in Ghana’s December 7 polls. As Ghana looks ahead to new leadership, Tinubu’s gesture reflects the strengthening ties between the two nations and Mahama’s promise of progress.
President Bola Tinubu, in a phone call with John Dramani Mahama, conveyed his hope that Mahama’s second term would serve as a stabilizing force within the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). Tinubu reaffirmed the critical role of strong, collaborative leadership in fostering regional harmony and development.
President Tinubu, via a statement from his spokesman Bayo Onanuga, extended his commendations to the Ghanaian electorate. He applauded their dedication to democracy, pointing out the successful and peaceful execution of the presidential and parliamentary elections as a testament to the country’s democratic maturity.
He lauded Ghanaians for underscoring democracy as the preferred path to achieving not only political stability but also sustainable economic growth, social equity, and effective governance across the African continent.
He affirmed that Nigeria’s and the region’s belief in the principles of the people’s right to choose their leaders freely will remain a source of pride.
The Nigerian leader applauded the candidate of the governing New Patriotic Party (NPP), the Vice President of Ghana, Mahamudu Bawumia, for conceding defeat before the official announcement by Ghana’s Electoral Commission.
Tinubu said Bawumia’s stance reinforced Ghana’s democratic ethos
The President noted that President-elect Mahama’s return to Jubilee House, having served as President from 2012 to 2017, reflects the Ghanaian people’s trust in his stewardship and vision to take the country to greater heights.
Mahama served as Vice President of Ghana from 2009 to 2012, Member of Parliament from 1997 to 2009, and held deputy and ministerial roles between 1998 and 2001.
“President Tinubu renews his steadfast support for deepening the fraternal bonds between Nigeria and Ghana, underpinned by shared history, cultural ties, mutual support and cooperation, Pan-African goals, democracy, the rule of law, and economic integration,” the statement partly read.
The Nigerian leader thanks President Nana Akufo-Addo for his exemplary leadership and numerous contributions to Ghana’s progress and regional peace and stability.
The President looks forward to working with President Mahama’s incoming administration to strengthen bilateral ties across various sectors and build a brighter future in the West Africa region.
