Mahama and Akufo-Addo Agree on December 11 Transition Date

John Dramani Mahama, Ghana's newly elected president, shared details of a phone call he received from outgoing President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo. In his victory speech, Mahama said that Akufo-Addo congratulated him on his win and they discussed how the transition of power will take place. 

“I just received a call from His Excellency, the President, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo,” Mahama said. “He graciously extended his congratulations to me, and we had the opportunity to discuss matters related to the Joint Transitional Team.” 

Mahama explained that the two agreed to start the transition process quickly. “We agreed on an early inauguration of the joint transitional team as early as Wednesday, December 11,” he said. “I conveyed my sincerest regards to him and expressed my readiness for us to work together to ensure a smooth transition in the best interest of the Ghanaian people.” '

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In his speech, Mahama celebrated the election of Nana Jane Opoku-Agyemang as Ghana’s first female vice president. He praised her for her leadership and the example she sets for women. 

“Nana, your decency, your humility, and your sense of responsibility added so much to this campaign,” Mahama said. “The eyes of every young girl and woman, not only in Ghana but in nations across this continent and the world, are going to be on you from today.” 

He added, “You have not only opened the door, but you’re going to keep the door open for many other women. Your name has become synonymous with breaking boundaries. Because of you, the people of Ghana can today celebrate the fact that we have made history by electing our first woman as vice president.” 

As Mahama prepares to take office, he expressed his commitment to working together with all Ghanaians to build a better future.