Mahama has inherited a difficult economy – Haruna Iddrisu

• Posted on December 10, 2024December 10, 2024
• by Nana Kwesi Coomson
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Former Minority Leader Haruna Iddrisu has said that the president-elect, John Dramani Mahama has inherited an economy faced with severe challenges.

However, he believed that Mr Mahama would weather the storm.

Speaking to journalists in Accra on Monday, December 9, the Member of Parliament for Tamale South said “we cannot take the people for granted, Ghanaians say ‘If you fail us we will you tomorrow’,”.

He added that ” President Mahama inherited a difficult economy but he will weather the storm.”

Mr  Mahama has also accused the outgoing Akufo-Addo administration of plunging Ghana into deep economic challenges.

To that end, Mr Mahama said that it would be tough for his new administration while he seeks to implement governance reforms.

“We should not forget the people of Ghana,” Mahama stated passionately. “We will implement governance reforms. The journey is not going to be easy because the outgoing government has plunged the nation into an abyss.”

Mr Mahama further emphasised the need for unity and collaboration.

“The one we serve is Mother Ghana,” he said.

Meanwhile, President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has formally congratulated Mr Mahama on his decisive victory in the December 7 Presidential Election.

This gesture follows the Electoral Commission’s declaration of results, delivered by its Chairperson, Mrs. Jean Mensa, earlier this evening.

A statement released by the Communications Directorate at the Jubilee House, said President Akufo-Addo expressed his commitment to ensuring a smooth transfer of power.

“President Akufo-Addo expressed his commitment to ensuring a seamless transfer of power on 7th January 2025 and looks forward to working with the President-elect and his team to realise this goal,” Director of Communications, Eugene Arhin wrote.

The President praised the Electoral Commission and the Ghanaian populace for conducting a credible and peaceful election, which he said underscores the strength of the nation’s democratic institutions.

He acknowledged the efforts of all stakeholders, whose dedication ensured a transparent electoral process.

President Akufo-Addo called on all Ghanaians to unite and work together to consolidate democracy and uphold the rule of law.

In a gesture of goodwill and cooperation, President Akufo-Addo has invited President-elect Mahama to Jubilee House on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, to initiate the transition process.

He reaffirmed his commitment to the principles of good governance and a peaceful transition, further strengthening Ghana’s reputation as a democratic beacon in Africa.

The statement concluded with a prayerful appeal for continued blessings upon Ghana, urging citizens to rally behind efforts to make the nation great and strong.

This development marks a historic moment of political unity and demonstrates Ghana’s continued leadership in democratic governance on the African continent.