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The Electoral Commission’s (EC) Greater Accra Regional office became the epicenter of political tension on Monday, December 9, 2024, as National Democratic Congress (NDC) executives and supporters converged en masse to demand the declaration of John Dramani Mahama as the winner of the presidential election.
Protesters also pressed for the release of results from disputed constituencies, including Dome Kwabenya and Ablekuma North, where unresolved issues over ballots and pink sheets have delayed final outcomes.
The scene turned chaotic, prompting a significant police deployment to maintain order and protect EC staff and property. Security forces cordoned off the premises as the crowd of supporters grew, urging calm while the commission worked on finalizing results.
Former President and NDC presidential candidate John Dramani Mahama is widely seen as the president-elect, following the concession by his main rival, Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), on Sunday, December 8. However, the absence of official confirmation from the EC has fueled frustrations and political unrest.
Protesters accused the EC of unnecessary delays, claiming the uncertainty is unjustifiable. The heightened tension comes amid warnings from political analysts about potential unrest if the disputes are not resolved transparently and urgently.
The EC has announced plans to declare the official presidential results at 4:30 pm today, December 9, 2024, a decision eagerly awaited by all sides as the nation seeks closure to the electoral process.
