Vice President Mahama lauds Ghana and Nigeria’s
commitment to democracy
Accra, June 4, Ghanadot/GNA
- Vice President John Dramani Mahama on Thursday returned
home from Abuja, Nigeria, where he joined the government and
the people to celebrate 10 years of uninterrupted
constitutional rule in their country.
Speaking to newsmen on arrival, Vice President Mahama
congratulated Nigerians and urged them to remain steadfast
in their efforts to entrench democracy and constitutional
rule.
“Nigeria should now look into the future and forget about
its turbulent past,” he urged, adding that the country was
not only Africa’s most populous nation, but also an economic
power house of the continent.
Mr. Mahama recounted the current cordial ties between Ghana
and Nigeria regarding social, economic and political issues,
saying this should be further strengthened.
He also lauded the success story of Ghana’s elections,
saying the Electoral Commission must be commended for
standing firm and sticking to its principles, even in the
face of provocations.
Vice President Mahama commended Ghanaians for their
vigilance during elections.
He cited the last elections, saying at a point it appeared
the polls were heading for a cliff-hanger and tensions rose,
“but the people came out and made their voices heard and
eventually the country had a smooth power transfer.”
GNA
