The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has received a formal communication from its presidential candidate, former President John Dramani Mahama, regarding the nomination of his running mate.

This is in accordance with Article 45 of the NDC Constitution. As such, a meeting of the Council of Elders will convene at 11am on Thursday, March 7, 2024, to deliberate on this significant matter.

According to the General Secretary of the party, Fifi Kwetey, the National Executive Committee (NEC) will later gather at 2pm on the same day to further consider the nomination.

It is rumored that former President Mahama will once again choose former Education Minister, Jane Naana Opoku Agyemang as his running mate for the 2024 general elections.

Mahama and Jane Naana Opoku Agyeman

The venue and logistical details for these meetings, the party said, will be communicated directly to all participants in due course.

"The NDC is confident that the running mate will bring a wealth of experience, expertise, and dedication to our campaign. The selection will undoubtedly complement the vision of our esteemed leader, H.E. John Dramani Mahama, as we collectively strive to "Build the Ghana We Want together,'" Mr Kwetey noted in a statement issued on February 27, 2024.

According to the opposition party, it remains committed to working tirelessly towards positive transformation and progress for the country.

"We express our sincere gratitude to our supporters for their steadfast loyalty and unwavering commitment. Together, let us join hands and embark on this journey towards a brighter future for Ghana. Long live the NDC, long live Ghana!" the statement concluded.