Ghana's 2024 presidential election has come to a close, and the results are nothing short of historic. The ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) has been defeated by the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC), with John Dramani Mahama emerging as the winner.
According to the Electoral Commission, Mahama polled 6,328,397 votes, representing 56.55% of the valid votes cast, while his closest competitor, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia of the NPP, secured 4,657,304 votes, representing 41.61% of the valid votes cast.
This decisive victory is a testament to the power of the Ghanaian people, particularly the youth, who played a crucial role in protecting the ballots and ensuring the integrity of the electoral process.
The media and some media personalities also deserves special recognition for their tireless efforts in promoting transparency and accountability throughout the election cycle. Personalities like Kevin Ekow Taylor, Captain Smart, Mugabe Maase, Oheneba Boamah Benie, Comrade Kwesi Pratt Jr., etc were very instrumental in holding the ruling government accountable for their actions, earning them the reputation as "real thorns in the flesh" of the governing New Patriotic Party (NPP).
COMRADE KWESI PRATT JR.
Kwesi Pratt Jnr is a renowned Ghanaian journalist and managing editor of the Insight Newspaper. He is also the Founder and Owner of Pan African Television Network in Ghana.
Mr. Pratt is affiliated with the Socialist Movement of Ghana; and also part of the organizers of the 1995 Kume Preko anti-government demonstration.
He made a good name for himself as a strong critic of government's wrong policies and actions.
CAPTAIN SMART
Captain Smart is a well-known broadcast journalist and media personality in Ghana. He is a TV and radio presenter at Onua TV.
This esteemed and courageous journalist played a pivotal role in exposing the corrupt practices of the ruling NPP government to the Ghanaian public. His tireless efforts and commitment to truth-telling, helped shed light on the government's wrongdoings; and ultimately holding them accountable for their actions as shown in the just ended general elections.
His fearless reporting and commitment to truth-telling helped to shape public opinion and inform the electoral decisions of Ghanaian voters.
KEVIN EKOW TAYLOR
Kevin is the host of “With All Due Respect”; a show published mainly on Facebook and Youtube and has a huge following in Ghana and across the globe. Kevin Taylor uses his show to expose series of corruption cases in the country focusing mainly on public sector corruption.
He has displayed his responsibility to the state of Ghana; by exposing all elements of corruption especially among government official and members of the ruling New Patriotic Party whose actions and inaction threatens the development of Ghana.
MUGABE MAASE
Mugabe Maase is a radio and TV presenter known for his outspoken political commentary on Power 97.9 FM and TV XYZ in Ghana. He is known for his willingness to speak truth to power, even in the face of intimidation or backlash. His commentary often provides detailed analysis of complex political issues, making him a respected voice in Ghanaian journalism.
OHENEBA BOAMAH BENNIE
Oheneba Boamah Bennie is a presenter at Power FM, a radio station based in Accra, Ghana. He is also a strong critic of the government, driven by a desire to promote social justice, equality, and accountability.
Oheneba Boamah is fearless, unapologetic and never afraid to question or challenge the actions and policies of those in power.
He is committed to telling the truth, even if it means going against the government's narrative or facing backlash.
Ghana's recent presidential election has brought about a significant change in the country's leadership, with President-elect John Dramani Mahama set to take office. This shift is largely attributed to the courageous efforts of journalists who dared to speak truth to power, exposing government corruption and abuse of power.
Their relentless reporting played a crucial role in shaping public opinion and ultimately influencing the election's outcome. By championing the principles of a free press, these journalists demonstrated the vital importance of a independent media in a thriving democracy.
As Ghana embarks on this new chapter, it's essential to recognize the significance of these journalist's contributions. The NDC's victory represents a desire for change and a rejection of the status quo. Now, the incoming administration must deliver on their campaign promises and address the pressing challenges facing the nation, including economic hardship and poverty.
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