John Mahama Leads in 12 Out of 16 Regions as Ghana Heads Toward December Elections
John Dramani Mahama, the presidential candidate of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), is leading in 12 of Ghana’s 16 regions, according to recent polling data. With support surging in regions like Greater Accra, Central, Bono, and Northern, Mahama appears to have gained significant traction over his main opponent, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia of the New Patriotic Party (NPP). This development signals a potential shift in voter sentiment as Ghanaians prepare for the upcoming December 2024 elections.
The data reflects Mahama’s appeal across a diverse voter base, bolstered by his campaign’s focus on addressing economic challenges, job creation, and improving education. Many voters, especially younger and first-time voters, are rallying behind Mahama’s message of change. Independent and floating voters have also shown increased support for the NDC candidate, with many citing economic issues as their primary concerns.
Dr. Bawumia, however, still holds considerable influence in the Ashanti and Eastern regions, two traditional NPP strongholds. Yet, the NPP faces challenges in maintaining its target voter base amid rising dissatisfaction with the current administration’s handling of the economy. Many Ghanaians feel that the country is on an unstable economic trajectory, an issue that has become central to this election. The economy, jobs, and education are now cited as the top issues for voters, and Mahama’s campaign has effectively tapped into these concerns.
Another factor impacting the election is the role of independent candidates, such as Alan Kyerematen and Nana Kwame Bediako, who have attracted a small but significant portion of the electorate. These candidates may pull votes away from both Mahama and Bawumia, adding complexity to the electoral landscape and making every vote count.
With the NPP struggling to achieve its goals in key regions and Mahama’s consistent polling advantage, the December election is shaping up to be a close race. Whether Mahama’s momentum can hold remains uncertain, but his strong lead in 12 regions suggests he could emerge victorious if he continues to consolidate support among new, independent, and floating voters.
As the election draws nearer, both parties will likely intensify their campaigns in hopes of swaying undecided voters.
blogpay
Total Comments: 0