Speaking in Parliament during its first sitting after the house was recalled, Dr. Ato Forson emphasized that the election results reflected a significant shift in the mood of the Ghanaian populace.

According to Dr. Forson, the election outcome was a direct response to a government he criticized as obstinate, high-handed, and dismissive of public opinion.

He argued that the loss of several key parliamentary seats by the New Patriotic Party (NPP) and the decisive victory of President-elect John Dramani Mahama were clear indications of the electorate’s dissatisfaction with the outgoing administration.

Dr. Forson commended the people of Ghana for what he referred to as their bravery and resolve in demanding better leadership.

He attributed the outcome to the public’s frustration over policies and governance styles that failed to consider their needs and well-being.

“Mr. Speaker, what happened at the polls on December 7 was a revolution, the people’s revolution. It was a revolt against a government that is obstinate, insensitive, high-handed, and dismissive of public opinion,” he remarked.

He concluded by urging members of the incoming government to draw valuable lessons from the electoral outcome.

Ato Forson called on the National Democratic Congress (NDC) to honour the trust placed in them by delivering on their promises and ensuring a more inclusive and responsive leadership approach.

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Speaking to JoyNews, traders at the Makola Market in Accra shared their plans to arrive early at polling stations to avoid long queues on election day.

JoyNews’ Hannah Odame and Jennifer August visited the bustling market to assess the mood of the electorate.

At Makola, one trader expressed her readiness for the election, even stating that she wished it could take place today, December 5. She encouraged fellow Ghanaians to go out and vote for their preferred presidential and parliamentary candidates.

There appears to be a strong desire for unity, with several individuals stressing the importance of peaceful post-election conduct.

One market-goer emphasized that, regardless of the election outcome, all parties should respect the results and work together to ensure the country’s continued stability.

In a time of heightened political tension, the message from citizens across the country is clear: they want a smooth and peaceful election, free from conflict.

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He stated emphatically that, “I will be crowned winner before the Electoral Commission even makes its official declaration.”

He made these remarks during a community engagement in the Anlo constituency of the Volta Region to end his tour of the area.

According to Dr. Bawumia, his campaign tour of over 200 constituencies out of the 275 has given him with sufficient data to conclude that the NPP is cruising to victory.

“The NDC is fully aware of that. There is no doubt that by the time the NPP completes its collation by midnight of December 7, I will emerge victorious.”

Dr. Bawumia also questioned the opposition National Democratic Congress’ (NDC) credibility.

“Why would the NDC, who failed to perform in every sector of the economy, walk with their heads held high, believing the Ghanaian people will allow them to come to power again?” he quizzed.

Dr. Bawumia added that “the NDC is an empty alternative and shouldn’t be allowed near the reins of power.”

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