The provisional results of Ghana’s 2024 general elections are rolling in quickly from all 276 constituencies, shedding light on key battlegrounds. Early indications show a competitive race between the New Patriotic Party (NPP) and the National Democratic Congress (NDC) at both presidential and parliamentary levels. Other parties are trailing with minimal impact compared to the two frontrunners.
Key Highlights and Statistics
- Voter Participation: Over 18 million Ghanaians were expected to vote across 40,648 polling stations.
- Candidates: 12 presidential candidates and 801 parliamentary aspirants (including 118 women) contested in this election.
Notable Results from Select Polling Stations
Upper West Region – Wa Central Constituency
Ahmadiyya Day Nursery Polling Station
- NPP: 91 votes
- NDC: 283 votes
- Total Ballots Cast: 379
- Spoilt Ballots: 4
Greater Accra Region – Odododiodioo Constituency
Jamestown Mantse Court
- Presidential Results:
- NDC: 114 votes
- NPP: 74 votes
- Parliamentary Results:
- NDC: 115 votes
- NPP: 70 votes
- Total Votes Cast: 189
Ashanti Region – Asante Akim North Constituency
GCMB Polling Centre 2
- Presidential Results:
- NPP: 175 votes
- NDC: 65 votes
- Total Valid Ballots: 248
- Spoilt Ballots: 4
Eastern Region – Ayawaso East Constituency
Tahniya Islamic School Polling Station
- Presidential Results:
- NDC: 241 votes
- NPP: 62 votes
- Spoilt Ballots: 1
Western Region – Sekondi Constituency
Zionland Adiembra 2 Polling Station
- Presidential Results:
- NPP: 77 votes
- NDC: 105 votes
- Parliamentary Results:
- NPP: 72 votes
- NDC: 105 votes
- Total Votes Cast: 185
Nationwide Trends
The election has witnessed high voter turnout in several constituencies, with close margins in competitive areas. Results from constituencies like Wa Central, Odododiodioo, and Asante Akim North are drawing significant national attention due to their potential impact on the final outcome.
Sorting and Counting Ongoing
Sorting and counting continue in some areas as the nation awaits the Electoral Commission’s official declaration of results. With tight races in pivotal constituencies, both the NPP and NDC are urging their supporters to remain calm and vigilant during this critical period.
Stay tuned for updates as more results are verified and announced.