Presidential Candidate of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has conceded defeat to the Presidential Candidate of the National Democratic Congress (NDC).
His action has warmed the hearts and earned the respect of many Ghanaians.
Dr. Bawumia’s concession speech is a historical moment in Ghana’s history, as he is the first candidate to ever do so at the early stages of collation.
In a press conference held at his residence, Dr. Bawumia declared John Dramani Mahama winner of the elections, admitting that “our internal collation proves that John Mahama has won the election.”
“Mahama has won the presidential race decisively,” he added.
He pledged his full support to John Mahama in the transition process for the business of Ghana to continue smoothly.
“We have conceded defeat like any democrat will do but we have not abandoned the fight to transform the society. we will not be a disruptive opposition,” he stated.
Ghanaians have taken to social media to express their admiration for Dr. Bawumia.
Here are some of the comments after Dr. Bawumia’s concession speech;
@yaatumtum My respect for him just accelerated
@WesleyOwusu My respect to you! No unnecessary tension!
@larbyfutureGhMP wow Electoral Commission of Ghana ,just wow is the tweet.h3rrr Jean Mensah,I love your loyalty but as you said God will judge our actions”
@thtechservices The digitalization is working no need to wait for EC
@BennetAmankwa Good professional
@RICHLAMS1 Well done Dr Bawumia. This is humbling and true of a Ghanaian. Let’s all rebuild. God bless you so much for this.
@RhudeboiSneezeHe earn my respect at this point
@khalebson Maturity extraordinaire
