Ewurabena Aubynn of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) has emerged victorious in the fiercely contested parliamentary rerun in Ablekuma North, officially ending months of political deadlock in the constituency.
According to final figures:
- Ewurabena Aubynn (NDC): 34,090 votes
- Nana Akua Afriyie (NPP): 33,881 votes
Aubynn secured a narrow win by 209 votes, flipping the seat that had long been held by the New Patriotic Party (NPP).
Background of the Rerun:
The rerun was conducted in 19 polling stations on Friday, July 11, after the Electoral Commission (EC) nullified results from those stations due to verification irregularities during the December 7, 2024 general election. The initial results had the NPP ahead by 48 votes (NPP: 32,512, NDC: 32,464), but the rerun shifted the outcome in favour of the NDC.
Chaos and Controversy:
The rerun was marred by widespread violence and disruptions, including:
Physical assault on former Fisheries Minister Mavis Hawa Koomson, who later issued a public statement claiming her phone was stolen and she was attacked by NDC machomen.
NPP’s Nana Akua Afriyie and party officials, including the Deputy National Organiser, were reportedly injured at the St. Peter’s polling station.
A JoyNews journalist was also assaulted while covering the violence.
Political Fallout:
The chaos has sparked strong reactions across the political divide:
Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, NPP flagbearer, condemned the violence, saying, “This is not the democracy we want to see in Ghana.”
NPP’s Dennis Amfo Sefa issued a controversial statement urging party supporters to “arm and prepare” for future by-elections in places like Akwatia.
Sam George, MP for Ningo-Prampram, responded sharply to Bawumia’s comments, urging him to “shut up”, citing NPP’s past actions during the Ayawaso West Wuogon by-election.
Next Steps:
The Electoral Commission is expected to officially declare Ewurabena Aubynn as the MP-elect for Ablekuma North, bringing long-awaited parliamentary representation back to the constituency after more than seven months of vacancy.
Security remains tight in the constituency as political tensions remain high.
