The Electoral Commission of Ghana has officially released the names of the candidates qualified to contest in the upcoming 2024 Presidential Election. This follows the successful conclusion of the filing of nominations, which took place from 9th to 13th September 2024.
After a thorough examination of the submitted nomination forms, the Commission confirmed that the following individuals and political parties have met the legal requirements and will be contesting in the election:
- Mahamudu Bawumia – New Patriotic Party (NPP)
- John Dramani Mahama – National Democratic Congress (NDC)
- Alan John Kwadwo Kyerematen – Independent Candidate
- Christian Kwabena Andrews – Ghana Union Movement (GUM)
- Daniel Augustus Lartey Jnr – Great Consolidated Popular Party (GCPP)
- George Twum-Barima-Adu – Independent Candidate
- Nana Kwame Bediako – Independent Candidate
- Akua Donkor – Ghana Freedom Party (GFP)
- Hassan Abdulai Ayariga – All People’s Congress (APC)
- Kofi Akpaloo – Liberal Party of Ghana (LPG)
- Mohammed Frimpong – National Democratic Party (NDP)
- Nana Akosua Frimpomaa – Convention People’s Party (CPP)
- Kofi Koranteng – Independent Candidate
The Commission emphasized its commitment to transparency, fairness, and integrity throughout the electoral process. It is now preparing for the next phase of the election cycle.
Samuel Tettey, the Deputy Chairman for Operations, assured the public that the Commission remains dedicated to conducting a free and fair election, calling on all stakeholders to support the process.
According to the Electoral Commission, Further details about the election timeline and voting procedures will be released in due course.
Source: Padfm.com.com/ Kumatey Gorden/ 0243531604
