Jean Mensa Confirms Final Results For Ablekuma North, Ending Electoral Dispute
Ghana’s Electoral Commission (EC), under the leadership of Chairperson Jean Mensa, has officially confirmed Ewurabena Aubynn of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) as the elected Member of Parliament for the Ablekuma North constituency. This announcement brings to an end several months of political uncertainty that followed the December 2024 general elections.
The controversy began shortly after the elections when reports surfaced of irregularities during the collation of votes in the constituency. The EC took the unusual step of nullifying the initial parliamentary results, citing procedural violations. According to the Commission, the results were announced without factoring in tallies from 62 polling stations—an omission that compromised the credibility and completeness of the declaration.
Further complicating the situation, EC officials involved in the collation process reported experiencing pressure and threats, which disrupted the integrity of the entire process. These revelations led to growing concerns among political parties and the general public over the fairness and transparency of the outcome.
In the weeks that followed, tensions mounted. Residents of Ablekuma North, along with party supporters and civil society groups, demanded that the EC provide clarity and act swiftly to resolve the impasse. Many stressed the importance of having full and fair representation in Parliament, especially at such a crucial time in Ghana’s democratic journey.
In response to the growing demands, the EC held a series of discussions with key political stakeholders, including the NDC and the New Patriotic Party (NPP). These engagements were part of a broader effort to build consensus and ensure a peaceful and transparent resolution to the dispute.
Following a careful review process, the Commission undertook a full re-collation of the parliamentary results for the constituency. This time, all polling stations were accounted for, and the figures were subjected to thorough verification.
After completing this process, the EC confirmed that Ewurabena Aubynn had received the majority of valid votes cast, officially declaring her the elected Member of Parliament for Ablekuma North.
Chairperson Jean Mensa described the resolution as a reflection of the Commission’s commitment to protecting the electoral process. She reaffirmed the EC’s role in ensuring that every legitimate vote is counted and that the outcome of elections reflects the true will of the people.
The confirmation has been met with relief and support from various quarters.
Many see it as a reaffirmation of due process and a demonstration of the EC’s willingness to correct errors when they occur. It also offers a valuable example of how disputes in the electoral process can be addressed through dialogue, transparency, and lawful procedures.
With parliamentary representation now restored in Ablekuma North, Ewurabena Aubynn is expected to begin her duties in Parliament in the coming days.
The EC has pledged to apply lessons from this episode to improve future elections and bolster public trust in
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