ECOWAS Applauds Ghana’s Peaceful 2024 Election as a Model for Africa

The leaders of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) have praised Ghana’s President, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, for ensuring a peaceful and credible election process in the 2024 general elections.

ECOWAS Chairman Bola Ahmed Tinubu lauded President Akufo-Addo for his unwavering commitment to democratic values and national welfare, underscoring his role in upholding democratic integrity and stability.

Speaking at ECOWAS’s final 2024 meeting in Abuja, Nigeria, Tinubu described Ghana’s election as a prime example of democratic practice.

“I congratulate President Akufo-Addo and the people of Ghana for a successful election and urge all in the region to learn from this and focus on national unity to maintain political stability,” he said.

ECOWAS observers closely monitored the election and praised its smooth execution, transparent voting process, and the absence of significant violence. The success of the election further solidified Ghana’s reputation as one of the most stable democracies in West Africa.

Tinubu highlighted that such elections contribute to regional stability and inspire other ECOWAS countries to pursue democratic excellence. This positive development is expected to strengthen regional cooperation and democratic institutions.

The 2024 elections also marked the return of former President John Dramani Mahama to office, as he won a decisive victory with 56% of the vote, defeating the ruling party’s candidate, Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia, who garnered 41%. Mahama’s victory ended the New Patriotic Party’s eight years in power, which were marked by significant economic challenges, an IMF bailout, and a debt default.