President-elect John Dramani Mahama and President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo will Wednesday afternoon inaugurate the 2024 National Transition Team, a key step in ensuring the peaceful transfer of power from the New Patriotic Party (NPP) administration to the National Democratic Congress (NDC).

The Supreme Court has unanimously dismissed a review application, which sought to declare the law establishing the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) unconstitutional and place the OSP under the control of the Attorney General.

Kenneth Kwabena Agyei Kuranchie, a lawyer and a newspaper editor, had initially filed a case against the OSP, seeking a Supreme Court ruling to declare the OSP unconstitutional. 

President-elect John Dramani Mahama has pledged to review and adjust Ghana's existing agreements with development partners to align with the country's current needs and aspirations. 

The Member of Parliament for Nsawam-Adoagyiri, Frank Annoh-Dompreh, has called on President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo to delay the ongoing transition process, citing unresolved disputes over parliamentary election results in key constituencies. 

Some governance experts have called on the Electoral Commission (EC) to look into the process of how certified results at the polling station level are aggregated at the national level for declaration and fashion a more convenient and faster way of transmitting election results. 

The President-elect, Mr John Dramani Mahama, has appealed for calm and restraint following reports of violence and lawlessness in certain parts of the country.

Ghana’s economy grew by 7.2 per cent in the third quarter of 2024, marking a significant recovery compared to the 2.2 per cent growth recorded during the same period in 2023, according to data released today by the Ghana Statistical Service. 

The Ghana Police Service has announced the arrest of nine suspects linked to the arson attack on the Electoral Commission (EC) office at Ayensuano in the Eastern Region. This development brings the total number of arrests related to post-election disturbances to 106.  

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has completed the third review of Ghana's $3 billion Extended Credit Facility (ECF) programme, highlighting significant risks that could derail the country’s economic recovery despite recent progress.

Joyce Bawah Mogtari, a special aide to the President-Elect, has urged the Chairperson of the Electoral Commission, Mrs Jean Mensa to resign immediately.

She said this in an interview with Channel One TV on the programme Face to Face aired on Tuesday [Dec 10, 2024] evening. - Watch the video below.

In accordance with the Presidential (Transition) Act, 2012 (Act 845), President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has announced the government’s representatives on the 2024 Transition Team. The appointments aim to ensure the smooth transfer of executive power to the incoming administration led by President-elect John Dramani Mahama.

President-Elect John Dramani Mahama has called for calm and restraint in a national address, following reports of violence and lawlessness in some parts of the country.

In a live broadcast Tuesday night [Dec 10], Mr Mahama, condemned reports of attacks on public offices and installations and urged citizens to remain calm and avoid actions that could harm Ghana's institutions and democracy.

The Electoral Commission (EC) has assured the public that it is working with the security agencies and leadership of the political parties to ensure legal processes are followed in constituencies where the collation of parliamentary election results is ongoing.

The Deputy Chairman of the EC in charge of Operations, Samuel Tettey, who gave the assurance at a news conference in Accra Tuesday, said this would help to bring an end to all collation in outstanding constituencies.

The Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) has raised concerns over recent attempts by mobs to disarm military personnel deployed on authorised duty to support the Ghana Police Service in maintaining law and order nationwide.

In a statement, the GAF cautioned the public against such actions, emphasising that military personnel have the right to protect themselves, innocent civilians, and property when attacked by a mob. 

The President-elect of Ghana, John Dramani Mahama, has appointed members to the 2024 Transition Team, tasked with overseeing the seamless transfer of power from the outgoing government. 

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has expressed gratitude to its supporters for their vigilance during the electoral process, while urging them to leave collation centres across the country and allow the party’s leadership to manage the remaining stages of the process.

North Tongu Member of Parliament (MP) Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has issued a stern rebuke to youth aligned with the National Democratic Congress (NDC) who have reportedly attacked state institutions and taken over properties following the party's electoral victory. 

A group of irate youth stormed the head office of the Ghana National Gas Company Limited (GNGCL) in the Airport Residential Area of Accra last Tuesday, attempting to forcibly gain entry. 

The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has made an urgent appeal to the Ministry of Education for the release of outstanding funds to enable the completion of post-examination activities for the 2024 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) for school candidates.

The Assemblies of God Church has pledged its unwavering support to President-elect John Dramani Mahama, assuring him of their backing as he prepares to take the reins of power. 

Supporters of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) clashed with authorities today, breaching the Accra Regional Office of the Electoral Commission (EC) amid growing frustration over the delayed declaration of the Ablekuma North parliamentary race results.

In a triumphant address to the nation, President-elect John Dramani Mahama has emphasised his commitment to deliver good governance to the people of Ghana, promising to govern with humility and integrity. 

Ghana has just conducted its ninth and yet another peaceful and successful general election in its fourth Republic. Once again, political power has switched from an incumbent government to an opposition party.

This election is significant for two reasons. It is the first time a former President has returned to win an election. Also, the outcome of this election presents the nation with an opportunity to have its first female Vice President.

One other striking observation worth making is the gap in parliamentary seats and the percentage margin between the NDC’s John Mahama and NPP’s Dr Mahamadu Bawumia which stands out in recent times at least since the 2004 election.

The New Patriotic Party (NPP), has rejected the collated parliamentary results announced by the Electoral Commission (EC) for the Tema Central constituency in Greater Accra.

The collation of the results which started at the Chemu Senior High Technical School on Saturday night had to be continued at the Tema Regional Police Command on Monday, December 9, 2024, following disagreements which led to the firing of tear gas by the police leading to the collapse of one of the EC officials in the early hours of Sunday.

The 2024 flag bearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, has urged members of the NPP not to indulge in blame games.

Rather, he has urged them to unite and be encouraged for the future.