Some Ghanaians on social media have warmly received the news of Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost's election as the new pope, now officially known as Pope Leo XIV.
Many have shared messages of goodwill and extended their best wishes, expressing joy and optimism following his ascension.
Among those who publicly congratulated the new pontiff are notable political figures, including the Member of Parliament for Old Tafo, Vincent Ekow Assafuah; and the Member of Parliament for Okaikwei Central, Patrick Yaw Boamah.
In his message, Assafuah offered prayers for Pope Leo XIV, expressing hope that his papacy would bring blessings to the world.
