约翰·马哈马先生在阿克拉黑星广场举行的盛大就职典礼上正式宣誓就任加纳总统 / John Dramani Mahama sworn in as Ghana’s President

2025 年 1 月 7 日，成千上万加纳人，以及政要和全球领导人，齐聚一堂，见证这一历史性事件，这标志着加纳民主之旅中的一个重要时刻。

现年 65 岁的 John Dramani Mahama 总统在去年的总统选举中取得决定性胜利后就职，他在去年的总统选举中获得了 56.6% 的选票，击败了新爱国党 （NPP） 候选人、时任副总统马哈穆杜·巴乌米亚博士，后者获得了 41.6% 的选票。这是加纳 24 年来选举中最大的胜利差距，选民投票率为 60.9%。

Mahama 先生取代了 Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo，承诺解决经济挑战、腐败、失业和非法采矿造成的环境破坏等紧迫问题，当地人称为 “非法开采”（Galamsey）。

历史性的回归

Mahama 先生的就职典礼尤为重要，因为它代表着一次惊人的政治回归。2012 年至 2017 年担任加纳总统。

Mahama 先生在 2016 年和 2020 年的选举中失利。他的重新掌权被誉为他韧性和选民对变革要求的证明。

这场胜利还延续了加纳在全国民主大会党 （NDC） 和 新爱国党（NPP）之间交替执政的传统，自 1992 年恢复多党民主以来，没有一个政党连续赢得超过两届任期。

就职宣誓

Mahama 先生和当选副总统 Jane Naane Opoku Agyemang 教授由首席大法官 Gertrude Torkornoo 主持宣誓就职典礼，加纳首位女性副总统首先她的就职誓言，该仪式兼作第九届议会的会议。

他们宣誓效忠加纳和加纳人民，再是各自担任总统和副总统的宣誓。

就职演说

就职演说中，Mahama 总统谈到关键的国家问题，概述了他对加纳未来愿景。

Mahama 总统在回顾加纳民主进步时强调了 1 月 7 日在加纳历史上的重要性。

“32 年前的 1 月 7 日，加纳进行了第一次也是最成功的民主过渡...... 我们国家回到了多党民主国家，新宪法生效，第四共和国正式成立。” Mahama 总统说道。

他将第四共和国描述为 “重置”，为稳定治理和权力和平转移铺平了道路。

与 Akufo-Addo 总统的相互尊重

Mahama 总统的演讲包括对他与即将卸任的总统 Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo 的政治竞争的反思。

“虽然我们属于对的政党，但我们有一种相互尊重的感觉...... 毫无疑问您是一位有价值的对手，” Mahama 总统讲述了他们从 1996 年在议会开始的平行政治旅程，当时两位年纪尚轻，Nana Akufo-Addo 称呼 Mahama 的小名 Johnny，那是一段不可磨灭的记忆：“不知何故，我与 Nana Akufo-Addo 两次共享这个舞台和这种独特的历史区别似乎很合适。”

致谢选民

Mahama 总统对加纳人民表示感谢，就对他的信任表示感激。总统保证道：“数百万在烈日下排长队等待投票给我的同胞们，我向你们表示最诚挚的感谢…… 你们所带出的变革的勇气，不会白费！”

应对经济挑战

Mahama 总统的演讲主要集中在解决加纳的经济困难上。他指出了全球经济实力的巨变：“金砖国家 GDP 的总和一直在增长，而 G7 的份额一直在稳步下降。” 他强调让加纳适应这些变化的重要性，并承诺优先考虑经济恢复和稳定。

“我们将把初步工作集中在四个关键领域：经济恢复和宏观经济环境稳定、改善商业和投资环境、治理和宪法改革，以及问责制和反腐败斗争。” Mahama 总统概述道。

24 小时经济制

Mahama 总统就职演说的突出承诺之一，是引入 24 小时经济制。

“我们设想了一个创新和充满活力的 24 小时加纳经济制，这也将以农业和农业综合企业为基础。” 他说。

该计划旨在刺激当地工业，吸引外国投资，并为加纳青年创造体面和高薪的工作。

包容性和性别代表

Mahama 总统庆祝加纳第一位女性副总统 Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang 教授的历史性就职典礼，称其为 “加纳历史上重要的一页”：“Nana Jane 的获选，象征着我们共同致力于培养一个重视和扩大性别平等和女性代表的国家。”

加强公共卫生

Mahama 总统表示要从过去了的新冠疫情中吸取教训，承诺加强加纳的公共卫生基础设施。“当（而不是‘如果’）下一次疫情或任何流行病发生时，加纳的生命损失将是最小的。” Mahama 总统承诺。

行动号召

Mahama 总统以乐观的态度结束演讲，呼吁加纳人民团结起来，建设一个更光明的未来。

“这是一个爱的行动的呼吁，呼吁我们所有民众参与建设一个兑现承诺的国家，在这里，希望正茁壮成长，梦想将成为现实。” Mahama 总统总结道。

展望未来

Mahama 政府面临的挑战是巨大的。在他之前的任期内，加纳努力应对经济困难、持续的停电和腐败丑闻。许多加纳人希望他的回归将预示着一个进步和问责的新时代。

随着国家在 Mahama 总统的领导下进入新的篇章，所有的目光都集中在他的政府上，Mahama 总统将兑现承诺，为加纳人民恢复希望。

未来几个月对于塑造他史无前例的第三个任期的遗产至关重要。

John Dramani Mahama Sworn in as Ghana’s President

Mr. John Dramani Mahama has been officially sworn in as Ghana’s president at a grand inauguration ceremony held at the Black Star Square in Accra. 

Thousands of Ghanaians, alongside dignitaries and global leaders, gathered to witness the historic event, which marked an important moment in Ghana’s democratic journey.

President Mahama, 65, assumes office after a decisive victory in last year’s presidential election, where he secured 56.6 percent of the vote against the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) candidate, then Vice-President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, who garnered 41.6 percent. This margin of victory is the largest seen in Ghana’s elections in 24 years, with a voter turnout of 60.9 percent.  

Mahama replaces Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, promising to address pressing issues such as economic challenges, corruption, unemployment, and the environmental damage caused by illegal mining, known locally as "galamsey."  

Mr. Mahama’s inauguration is particularly significant as it represents a stunning political comeback. After serving as president from 2012 to 2017. Mahama lost the 2016 and 2020 elections. His return to power has been hailed as a testament to his resilience and the electorate's demand for change.  

The victory also continues Ghana’s tradition of alternating power between the National Democratic Congress (NDC) and the NPP, with no party winning more than two consecutive terms since the return to multi-party democracy in 1992.  

Oaths of Office

Mr. Mahama Mahama and Vice-President-elect Professor Jane Naane Opoku Agyemang were administered the oaths of office by Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo with the latter taking her turn first in the ceremony which also doubled as a sitting of the ninth Parliament. 

They took the Oath of Allegiance first followed by the Oaths for their respective Offices as President and Vice President. 

Inaugural address  

In his inaugural speech, President Mahama addressed key national issues, outlining his vision for the future of Ghana.

Reflecting on Ghana’s democratic progress, President Mahama highlighted the significance of January 7 in the nation’s history. 

“Thirty-two years ago, on January 7, Ghana made its first and most successful democratic transition… Our nation was returned to a multi-party democracy with a new constitution that went into effect, and the Fourth Republic was officially established,” he said. He described the Fourth Republic as a “reset” that paved the way for stable governance and peaceful transfers of power.

Mutual Respect with President Akufo-Addo

President Mahama’s speech included a reflection on his political rivalry with outgoing President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo. “While we belong to opposing political parties, we shared a sense of mutual respect… You have, without exception, been a worthy opponent,” he said. He recounted their parallel political journeys that began in Parliament in 1996, adding, “Somehow, it seems fitting that it is with Nana Akufo-Addo that I twice shared this stage and this unique historical distinction.”

Gratitude to voters

Expressing appreciation to Ghanaians, the President acknowledged the confidence reposed in him. “To the millions of my fellow countrymen and women who joined long queues and waited in the sun for their turn to vote for me, you have my sincerest thanks… Your courage to bring change will not go in vain,” he assured.

Tackling economic challenges

President Mahama’s speech focused heavily on addressing Ghana’s economic difficulties. He noted the seismic shifts in global economic power, saying, “The combined total of the GDP of the BRICS nations… has been consistently increasing, while the G7’s share has been steadily dropping.” He stressed the importance of positioning Ghana to adapt to these changes and pledged to prioritise economic restoration and stabilisation.

“We will focus our initial efforts on four critical areas: economic restoration and stabilisation of the macroeconomic environment; improvement of the business and investment environment; governance and constitutional reforms; and accountability and the fight against corruption,” President Mahama outlined.

24-Hour economy

One of the standout promises of President Mahama’s inaugural address was the introduction of a 24-hour economy. “We envisage an innovative and vibrant 24-hour Ghanaian economy, which will also be anchored in agriculture and agribusiness,” he stated. This initiative aims to stimulate local industries, attract foreign investment, and create decent and well-paying jobs for Ghana’s youth.

Inclusivity and gender representation

President Mahama celebrated the historic inauguration of Ghana’s first female Vice President, Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, calling it a “significant page in our history.” He added, “Nana Jane’s ascension… symbolises our collective commitment to fostering a nation where gender equality and female representation are cherished and amplified.”

Strengthening public health

Acknowledging the lessons from past pandemics, President Mahama pledged to strengthen Ghana’s public health infrastructure. “When—not if—the next pandemic or epidemic occurs, the loss of lives in Ghana will be minimal,” he promised.

Call to action

Ending on an optimistic note, President Mahama called on Ghanaians to unite in building a brighter future. “This is a patriotic call to action for all of us to participate in building a nation that lives up to its promise, where hope thrives, and dreams become a reality,” he concluded.

Looking ahead  

The challenges facing Mahama’s administration are significant. During his previous tenure, Ghana grappled with economic difficulties, persistent power cuts, and corruption scandals. Many Ghanaians are hopeful that his return will herald a new era of progress and accountability.  

As the nation enters this new chapter under President Mahama’s leadership, all eyes are on his administration to deliver on its promises and restore hope to the Ghanaian people. The coming months will be critical in shaping the legacy of his unprecedented third term.

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