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  Election Briefing Yesterday, December 7, 2024, marked a significant day in Ghana's history as citizens cast their ballots in the presidential and parliamentary elections. The election saw a total of 24 candidates varying for the top spot, including representatives from 12 political parties and 12 independent candidates. The Contenders The two main contenders in the presidential election were Mahamudu Bawumia of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) and John Mahama of the National Democratic Congress (NDC). Bawumia, the incumbent Vice President, was nominated by the NPP after a rigorous primary process, while Mahama, a former President, was nominated by the NDC. The Electoral Process The Electoral Commission of Ghana (EC) oversaw the electoral process, ensuring that the elections were free, fair, and transparent. The commission received nomination forms from the candidates and verified their eligibility to contest the election. Challenges and Controversies Despite the commis...