Presidential Election Results
1992 Election: Return to Democracy
1996 Presidential Election: Consolidation of Power
Voter Turnout | 78.2%
- Rawlings secured a second term with increased voter participation, reflecting public acceptance of democratic processes.
2000 Presidential Election: Historic Transition
Voter Turnout | 61.7%
- Ghana’s first peaceful transfer of power between parties. Kufuor’s victory ended eight years of NDC rule, signalling voter demand for change amid economic stagnation
2004 Presidential Election: Economic Confidence
Voter Turnout | 85%
Kufuor’s re-election highlighted the approval of economic reforms (e.g., NHIS). Record turnout underscored public engagement
2008 Presidential Election: Closest Race
2012 Presidential Election: Judicial Precedent
Voter Turnout | 80%
Mahama assumed office after Mills’ death. The NPP challenged results alleging fraud, but the Supreme Court upheld Mahama’s victory, reinforcing judicial oversight
2016 Presidential Election: Incumbent Defeat
Voter Turnout | 68.62%
Mahama became the first incumbent to lose, reflecting voter frustration over economic mismanagement (e.g., power crises). Akufo-Addo’s "Free SHS" policy resonated widely
2020 Presidential Election: Pandemic Challenges
Voter Turnout | 79%
Akufo-Addo’s re-election occurred amid COVID-19. Mahama contested the results, but the Supreme Court dismissed his petition
2024 Presidential Election: Mahama’s Comeback
Voter Turnout | 80%
- Economic woes (high inflation, debt) drove Mahama’s victory.
- The NPP’s decline in turnout (e.g., Ashanti Region: 63% vs. 83% in 2020) reflected voter disillusionment
