UN Country Team congratulates President-elect H.E. John Dramani Mahama

The United Nations Country Team in Ghana, led by the Resident Coordinator Mr. Charles Abani, paid a courtesy call on President-elect H.E. John Dramani Mahama to extend their warm congratulations on his victory in the 2024 elections.

Mr. Abani commended the political leadership for their maturity and commitment, which ensured successful and peaceful elections, noting that Ghana continues to be a beacon of hope and pride for the African continent. Referring to the President-elect’s 120-Day Social Contract, which outlines his immediate action plans for his first 120 days in office, Mr. Abani pledged the UN’s full support in aligning its efforts with the new government’s priorities and the aspirations of the Ghanaian people.

In response, President-elect Mahama expressed his gratitude to the UN team for their timely visit and congratulations. He affirmed his readiness to address the expectations of Ghanaians and welcomed the UN’s collaboration in achieving the shared vision of the “Ghana We Want,” as emphasized during his campaign. Additionally, he assured the team of his government’s commitment to fully implement the Affirmative Action Bill and to surpass the 30% benchmark for appointments, promoting gender inclusivity and equity.

The meeting, held at the President-elect’s residence, was attended by representatives from key UN agencies and partners, including UNHCR Ghana, UNOPS, International Monetary Fund, the World Bank, UNICEF Ghana, International Labour Organization, UN Women UN-Habitat, Unesco Ghana, UNDSS, and the UN Information Centre.