Millions of Ghanians went to the polls in a presidential election that took place on Saturday amidst the country’s worst economic crisis in years. The main challengers for the presidency are the vice-president of the ruling party, Mahamudu Bawumia, and former president John Mahama of the National Democratic Congress. The election has seen twelve candidates vying for the presidency.
The incumbent president, Nana Akufo-Addo, has been criticized for his handling of the country’s economic woes, despite success in managing the Covid pandemic and implementing a free high-school policy. Ghana has faced challenges such as high public debt, a weakened currency, high inflation, and a cost-of-living crisis.
Voter apathy and pessimism are apparent, especially among younger voters, with many expressing uncertainty about the country’s future regardless of the election outcome. Both candidates have campaigned vigorously, with Bawumia emphasizing a vision for the future while Mahama seeks to bring about change.
While polls have shown Mahama leading in some instances, the ruling party remains confident of victory. The election is seen as a choice between the future and the past, with both candidates presenting themselves as agents of change. The results of the election are highly anticipated, with early results expected to be released within a few days.
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