President-elect John Dramani Mahama has assured Ghanaians that his incoming administration will not misuse the overwhelming parliamentary majority secured by the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the just-ended elections.

Speaking during a courtesy call by the National Chief Imam, he promised to consult the New Patriotic Party (NPP) at every step, stating that he is committed to democratic governance.

He dismissed the "supreme leader" tag attributed to him after the massive victory by the NDC, insisting he would govern as a Democrat. 

“I wish to assure my father [National Chief Imam] and our fathers that we're not going to misuse the majority we have in Parliament. Even though we have a huge majority, more than two-thirds, we're not going to misuse it.

“We are going to consult with the NPP at every stage and make sure that we do things by consensus instead of railroading everybody," he said.

According to Mr Mahama, no single political party can turn the fortunes of Ghana without the cooperation of everybody else including religious groups, adding that “we can only move this country together if all of us work to move it together.”

“So I can assure you that we will work together. We'll continue to consult you. I'm your son, and you all have been very gracious with advice and good counsel. I've enjoyed working with all of you over the years, and nothing is going to change. My doors will be open at any time that any of our leaders, my fathers want to see me, for you to come and consult with me. And so we ask that you continue to offer your prayers,” he assured the National Chief Imam.

The President-elect also pledged his unwavering dedication to revitalizing Ghana and restoring its status as the "Black Star of Africa."

Mr Mahama acknowledged the challenges ahead, describing the election victory as the "easy part" compared to the work required to rebuild the nation.

He emphasized that this term is his legacy, marking his final chapter in politics, and pledged to give his utmost best to create lasting progress.

“You can count on me to work as hard as I can to move Ghana to where it should be.”

He expressed gratitude for the NDC’s victory, describing it as a humbling responsibility.

While confident of success, he acknowledged that the scale of the win was overwhelming and urged his future appointees to embrace the challenges ahead, warning that it will not be business as usual.