Kenya’s President William Ruto has extended heartfelt congratulations to Ghana’s President-elect, John Dramani Mahama, on his decisive victory in the country’s recently concluded general elections.

In a statement, President Ruto commended Ghana for showcasing democratic maturity and institutional integrity, which he described as pivotal for the nation’s stability and development. 

“Your Excellency and Dear Mr. President-Elect, on behalf of the Government and the People of Kenya and on my own behalf, I convey to Your Excellency and through you to the Government and the People of the Republic of Ghana my heartfelt congratulations on your successful election as the President of the Republic of Ghana,” Mr Ruto stated.  

Praise for Ghana’s democratic maturity  

President Ruto lauded the conduct of Ghana’s elections, which he said reflected the country’s democratic advancement and global standing.  

“Your Excellency, I must at the outset commend Ghana for the conduct of the just-ended elections, which clearly demonstrated your country’s democratic maturity and institutional integrity; factors critical to the sustainable stability and development of your great country,” he said.  

Ruto noted that Mr. Mahama’s victory symbolised the confidence the Ghanaian people had in his leadership and vision.  

“Undoubtedly, Your Excellency’s decisive victory in these historic elections is a manifest affirmation of the trust and confidence that the great people of Ghana have in your leadership, vision, and dedication to advancing Ghana’s development and prosperity,” he added.  

Commitment to strengthening bilateral ties  

Looking ahead, President Ruto expressed his desire to enhance the longstanding brotherly relations between Kenya and Ghana, rooted in their shared histories and struggles for self-determination.  

“As you assume office, I take cognisance of the historic brotherly relations that Kenya and Ghana enjoy, founded on our common struggles for self-determination as well as the desire for peaceful and prosperous nations. Our nations share a deep-rooted friendship and a commitment to regional cooperation and mutual prosperity,” Mr Ruto remarked.  

The Kenyan leader emphasised the importance of collaboration in areas of mutual interest at bilateral, regional, and international levels for the socio-economic development of both nations and the African continent.  

“It is my desire to further enhance and consolidate this cooperation at bilateral, regional and international forces in areas of mutual interest for the socio-economic development of our peoples and continent,” he said.  

Best wishes to Ghana’s President-Elect  

President Ruto concluded his message with warm wishes for Mr Mahama and the people of Ghana.  

“I wish Your Excellency good health, happiness, prosperity and well-being of the brotherly people of Ghana,” he stated.