The former Governor of Ekiti State, Dr Kayode Fayemi, has congratulated Ghana’s President-elect on his victory in the country’s recent general elections.
In a statement, Dr. Fayemi also commended Bawumia, the presidential candidate of the incumbent New Patriotic Party, for his gracious concession speech, noting that “his acceptance of the electoral outcome in the spirit of peace and national unity exemplifies the very best of African political leadership.’’
Fayemi said: “As a friend to both men and a committed advocate of democratic principles across Africa, I extend my heartfelt congratulations to the President-elect of Ghana, John Dramani Mahama, on his resounding victory in the recently concluded general elections. This triumph reflects the trust and confidence the people of Ghana have in his leadership and vision for their country.
‘’I equally commend Dr. Mahamamudu Bawumia, presidential candidate of the New Patriotic Party, for his gracious concession speech. His acceptance of the electoral outcome in the spirit of peace and national unity exemplifies the very best of African political leadership.
‘’Dr. Bawumia’s decision to place the interest of Ghana above personal ambition reinforces the values of democracy and demonstrates a maturity that will undoubtedly serve as a model for political actors across the continent.
“As Africans, we must draw lessons from Ghana’s example. The supremacy of the people’s will is the cornerstone of democracy and the desire to serve must always align with the mandate freely given by the electorate, not through coercion or manipulation.”
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