The National Democratic Congress (NDC) says it received on Tuesday, 27 February 2024, a formal communication from its presidential candidate, Mr John Dramani Mahama, regarding the nomination of his running mate in accordance with Article 45 of the NDC Constitution.

In response to this communication, the party says it is pleased to announce that a meeting of the Council of Elders will convene at 11 am on Thursday, 7 March 2024, to deliberate on this significant matter.

Subsequently, the National Executive Committee will gather at 2 pm on the same day to further consider the nomination.

The party said in a statement signed by General Secretary Fifi Kwetey that the venue and logistical details for these meetings 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 statement said.

"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'. United in purpose, we are committed to working tirelessly towards positive transformation and progress for our beloved nation", the statement said.

It added: "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".