Diplomatic Corp Hail Bawumia For His Integrity And Leadership Qualities
The Diplomatic Corp in Ghana has commended the Vice President and presidential candidate of the New Patriotic Party for the 2024 elections, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, for his statesmanship and exemplary concession of defeat in the elections.
Dr. Bawumia surprised the nation and the international community when he conceded and congratulated President-elect, John Dramani Mahama, hours before close of polls and ahead of the official declaration by the Electoral Commission.
Dr. Bawumia’s remarkable behavior has earned him local and international plaudits.
In a letter to Dr. Bawumia, the Diplomatic Corp said Dr. Bawumia’s concession affirms his respect for democratic values and love for Ghana.
“On behalf of the Diplomatic Corps in Ghana, it is my great honour to commend a man whose actions continue to highlight the strength of Ghana’s democratic principles. Your unwavering commitment to the values of democracy, especially through your honourable concession in the recent elections, stands as a testament to your statesmanship and love for this nation. In moments of political transition, it is the strength of character and respect for the democratic process that define a leader”, the Diplomatic Corp said in a statement signed by its Dean, Maher Kheir.
“Your grace in accepting the outcome is not only a reflection of your integrity but also a profound contribution to Ghana’s enviable democratic credentials, which serve as a beacon of hope and inspiration across the continent,”
“The peaceful and dignified manner in which you have conducted yourself underscores the maturity of Ghana’s democracy and the shared responsibility of all leaders to uphold the ideals of peace, unity and progress for the nation”, the statement added.
The Diplomatic Corp further stated that Bawumia’s actions “reaffirm the confidence and trust the international community has in Ghana as a model for democratic governance”.
“As the Diplomatic Corps, we applaud your example and encourage all stakeholders to continue strengthening this legacy. Let us celebrate Ghana’s democracy not just as a system but as a shared commitment to values that uplift it’s people and inspire others. We thank you for your exemplary leadership and wish you continued success contribute to the development of this great nation.”
Source: Ghmessenger.com
