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John Dramani Mahama, the flagbearer of Ghana’s National Democratic Congress (NDC), has emphasized a commitment to fulfilling the party’s pledges without making false assurances. During his visit to Wenchi in the Bono Region as part of his nationwide tour, Mahama assured the community’s chiefs and elders that the NDC, known for its development-oriented approach, will focus on comprehensive progress for the country if elected in the upcoming 2024 general elections.
“We possess both the expertise and the dedication needed for the job,” Mahama affirmed, contrasting the NDC’s pragmatic approach with what he described as the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) tendency to promise unattainable goals. “Unlike them, we don’t make assurances we cannot uphold; our promises are backed by action. The NDC stands as the party genuinely committed to development.”
Analysts from the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU) and Fitch Solutions have forecasted a potential victory for Mahama in the 2024 elections. They cite reasons such as declining living standards, limited employment opportunities, and subpar public services as contributing factors to a potential shift in power.
EIU anticipates Mahama’s success, largely propelled by dissatisfaction with current conditions. Fitch Solutions also predicts a change in leadership, favoring Mahama over Vice President Bawumia in crucial swing regions.
In their analysis, BMI, a Fitch Solutions company, gathered data indicating a likelihood of the ruling NPP losing its grip on power after the 2024 elections. Their assessments, drawing from Global Info Analytics and regional statistics, suggest the NDC’s potential lead in key regions, including Volta-Oti, Northern, swing, and Akan regions.
Furthermore, the EIU’s broader observation notes that nine African countries are heading to the polls in 2024. While most incumbents are expected to secure victories, there remains a heightened risk of reduced parliamentary majorities across these nations.
