The New Patriotic Party has sent a Christmas message to Ghanaians, promising good times in 2017 under the leadership of Nana Akufo-Addo.

The message, signed by the party's Acting General Secretary, John Boadu, reminded Ghanaians of the need to be moderate and measured in their celebrations  to avoid any unpleasant happenings that will be injurious to them, as individuals and the nation.

"More importantly, we are celebrating this year’s holidays at a time the change we had all been yearning for in the political leadership of the country has been made possible," the statement said.

"It is our firm belief that, the benefits of the change will begin to manifest next year after the president-elect, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, has been sworn into office on January 7, 2017," the statement added.

The party also asked Ghanaians to pray for the president-elect, Nana Akufo-Addo to serve the interest of Ghanaians.

"We want to use this occasion to re-assure the nation that the incoming NPP government will seek effective partnership with all Ghanaians, individuals and groups, as we work together to ensure that the new era of change engenders the kind of progress and prosperity that will satisfy the needs and aspirations of the people," the NPP said.

"Once again, we wish all of you a Merry Christmas and Prosperous New Year," the statement concluded.