Accra, Ghana
Sankofa Online has obtained final provisional results from all 113 polling stations in the Ayawaso East constituency, and the verdict is clear: The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has scored a major victory. The former Member of Parliament, Baba Jamal, has decisively crushed the opposition candidate from the New Patriotic Party (NPP).
In a commanding performance, Jamal secured 63.33% of the total votes cast, racking up 10,803 votes. His closest rival, the NPP candidate, managed only 4,000 votes, which accounts for 23.45% of the vote share. This marks a gap of over 6,800 votes between the two main contenders.
The scale of Jamal’s victory suggests a strong endorsement of his tenure by the constituents. “The people of Ayawaso East have spoken with a clear and loud voice,” said a senior NDC campaign official who spoke on condition of anonymity. “This is not just a win for Baba Jamal; it’s a win for the entire NDC family.”
The ‘Others’ category, representing smaller political parties and independent candidates, garnered 2,254 votes, totaling 13.26% of the vote share. This demonstrates a notable level of interest beyond the two major parties, though it was not enough to challenge the NDC’s strong lead.
Key Figures:
- NDC Total Votes: 10,803
- NPP Total Votes: 4,000
- Others Total Votes: 2,254
- Total Votes: 17,057
- Rejected Ballots: 122
The high number of rejected ballots, though a common occurrence in Ghanaian elections, remains a concern for some stakeholders. It highlights the need for continued voter education to ensure all citizens can effectively exercise their right to vote.
With these final provisional results in hand, Baba Jamal’s supporters are already celebrating a significant victory. As the official confirmation processes continue, the NDC can certainly savour this massive lead in Ayawaso East.
Sankofa Online will continue to follow this story closely and provide updates as they become available. We remain committed to delivering accurate and timely news from Ghana and across the continent.
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