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Ghana Heads to the Polls: A Historic Day for Democracy

Evans Junior Owuby Evans Junior Owu
December 7, 2024
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Today, December 7, 2024, Ghana, West Africa’s beacon of democracy, goes to the polls to elect a new President and Members of Parliament. 

This marks a critical moment in the nation’s democratic journey under the Fourth Republic, with voters deciding among 13 presidential candidates and 801 parliamentary hopefuls across 276 constituencies. 

The stakes have never been higher, as 18,774,159 valid voters, cast their ballots at 40,974 polling stations nationwide. Earlier, 131,478 special voters voted on December 2 and 5 respectfully. 

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A Tight Race Between Mahama and Bawumia

The election is widely viewed as a fiercely contested battle between former President John Dramani Mahama of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) and Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia of the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP). 

Both candidates represent significant milestones in Ghana’s political history, as this is the first time two frontrunners from the northern region of the country are vying for the presidency.

While Vice President Bawumia is contesting the presidency for the first time, former President Mahama is making his fourth attempt after contests in 2012, 2016, and 2020. 

Both the NDC and NPP have won four elections each under the Fourth Republic, with the NDC claiming victory in 1992, 1996, 2008, and 2012, and the NPP winning in 2000, 2004, 2016, and 2020. 

This year’s contest could determine which party breaks the tie and cements its dominance in Ghanaian politics.

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From Left: former President John Dramani Mahama, National  Democratic Congress Presidential Candidate and Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, New Patriotic Party Presidential Candidate

Independent Candidates Seek to Break the Duopoly

In addition to the two major contenders, two independent candidates, Nana Kwame Bediako of the New Force and Alan Kwadwo John Kyerematen of the Movement for Change, a former leading member of the ruling NPP, have entered the race. 

Both candidates have campaigned on a platform of breaking the traditional dominance of the NDC and NPP, urging Ghanaians to embrace change and consider alternative leadership.

Predictions and Polls: A Mixed Picture

The election has generated intense debate among pollsters and analysts, with conflicting predictions about the outcome. Research conducted by Fitch Solutions, the Economic Intelligence Unit (EIU), and Global InfoAnalytics suggests a potential landslide victory for the NDC. 

However, a recent poll by Professor Smart Sarpong of the Kumasi Technical University offers a contrasting view, predicting a tight race that could lead to a runoff, with Dr. Bawumia narrowly edging out former President Mahama.

Notably, no political party has achieved a third consecutive term under Ghana’s Fourth Republican Constitution. 

The ruling NPP is determined to “break the eight”—a reference to breaking the cycle of alternating party rule every eight years—while the NDC is equally resolute in reclaiming power.

Calls for Peaceful and Transparent Elections

In a statement ahead of the polls, Electoral Commission Chairperson Jean Mensa urged election officials to uphold their integrity and ensure a free, fair, and transparent process. 

She emphasized that the EC’s mandate is to conduct credible elections and not to favor any candidate or political party.

“We charge you to go forth and to serve God and country in this Election and make Ghana proud. You have a tall responsibility and you have been given the training and equipped with the needed skills to carry out this task with distinction and high level of professionalism. 

“We urge you to abide by the values and motto of the Commission, i.e. Transparency, Fairness and Integrity. Let truth guide you”.

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Madam Jean Mensa, EC Chairperson
Madam Jean Mensa, EC Chairperson

Similarly, the Inspector General of Police, Dr. George Akuffo Dampare, who heads the Election Security Taskforce, assured the public of heightened security measures to maintain peace and order throughout the electoral process. 

As Ghanaians head to the polls, the nation stands at a crossroads. The choice made today will not only shape the next four years but also signal the direction of Ghana’s democratic and developmental trajectory. 

With the entire world watching, the election is an opportunity for Ghana to reaffirm its commitment to democratic principles and peaceful transitions of power.

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