In a heartfelt Christmas message to Ghanaians, President-elect John Dramani Mahama reaffirmed his unwavering commitment to building an inclusive and prosperous nation.
Extending warm festive wishes, Mahama highlighted Christmas as a time for hope, reflection, and renewed inspiration. He drew on the values exemplified by Jesus Christ’s life—service, compassion, and justice—as essential principles for nation-building.
“Christmas is a season of hope and renewed inspiration… As we celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ and the values He lived in His own life, I wish to thank you, the good people of Ghana, for bestowing on me the opportunity to serve you as your President and Commander-in-Chief of the Ghana Armed Forces,” Mahama expressed.
He further pledged to create a Ghana that works for all, stating: “I wish to also reaffirm my determination to build a nation that works for all, a prosperous and democratic state anchored in the principles of freedom, justice, accountability, and equal opportunities for all.”
Below is Mahama’s message.
Mahama’s message comes on the heels of his victory in the December 7 presidential election.
The Electoral Commission (EC) officially declared John Dramani Mahama the winner of the presidential election on Monday, December 9, cementing his place as the next leader of the nation after President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo.
Mahama secured 6,328,397 votes, representing 56.55 percent of the valid votes cast, a decisive victory over his closest contender, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), who received 4,657,304 votes, accounting for 41.61 percent.
