Ten Heads of State to Attend Mahama's Inauguration on January 7 - Kwakye Ofosu
Accra, Ghana - 05 Jan, 2025 - Ghana is set to witness a historic moment on Tuesday, January 7, 2025, as President-elect John Dramani Mahama takes the oath of office. The inauguration ceremony, scheduled to take place at the iconic Black Star Square in Accra, will be attended by a plethora of international dignitaries.
Distinguished Guests
According to Felix Kwakye Ofosu, spokesperson for the John Dramani Mahama Transition Team, Ten heads of state, two vice presidents, one speaker of parliament, and two former presidents have confirmed their attendance. Representatives from esteemed international organizations, including the Commonwealth and the African Development Bank, will also be present.
Security and Logistics
Speaking at a press conference in Accra on Jan 4, 2025, Kwakye Ofosu stated that to ensure a seamless and secure experience, the inauguration committee has implemented stringent measures. He stated that access to the parliamentary session will be restricted to invited guests, who must present their invitation cards to gain entry.
According to him, some roads in Accra, including the 28th February Road from CEPS Headquarters to Castle Road Junction, Castle Road from AU Circle to Osu Cemetery Traffic Light, and Starlet 91 Road, will be temporarily closed to vehicular traffic, and designated parking areas have been allocated to accommodate the influx of guests.
Also, traffic from the 28th February Road, originating from La, Labone, and Osu towards the Central Business District, will be redirected to the Salem Avenue Traffic Light at the Castle Traffic Light to connect with Oxford Street, as well as traffic from John Evans Atta Mills High Street heading towards Black Star Square.
“Members of the public and all invited guests are reminded that they cannot and will not be allowed to enter the swearing-in area without presenting their invitation cards.”
“The following areas have been earmarked for car parking for the Ceremony: the back of the Independence Arch, Forecourt of the State House, Access Bank Car Park, Osu Cemetery Car Park, Ministries Areas, Ministry of Food and Agriculture Car Park, Marine Drive Football Park, and Efua Sutherland Car Park.
“No vehicle would be allowed to park at unauthorised places or allowed to drive through any of the roadblocks,'' he added.
Programme Highlights
He also stated that the ceremony will commence with guests taking their seats by 08:30 hours. Members of Parliament and other invited guests will follow suit. The Speaker will arrive to escort the President-Elect and Vice President-Elect to the Chamber, where proceedings will begin at 11:00 hours.
Source: Lead News Online
