Alhaji Dr Mahamudu Bawumia has conceded defeat and extended his congratulations to his main contender John Dramani Mahama in the just-ended presidential election.
The NPP Presidential candidate acknowledged the provisional election results trickling in and expressed his commitment to a peaceful transition of power.
A day after the election, he addressed the state and called former President and flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress John Dramani Mahama to congratulate him.
He assured the former President of his full support in ensuring that peace and development continue to prevail uninterrupted.
“The people have voted, and I respect that." Dr Bawmia said.
Adding that; “I have spoken to President-elect John Dramani Mahama to congratulate him on his victory. The people of Ghana have spoken, and we must respect their decision,” Dr Bawumia st
He thanked Ghanaians people for the opportunity to serve and reaffirmed his commitment to the country’s democratic principles.
Results trickling in so far show Dr Bawumia trailing behind Mahama with some key NPP Members of Parliament losing their seats, but the Electoral Commission (EC) is expected to officially certify the final results in the coming hours.
