The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has claimed victory in the Ablekuma North parliamentary seat, with candidate Ewurabena Aubynn emerging as the winner after a closely fought re-run election.
The official results, announced by Returning Officer Joseph Nii Kwartey Okpoti, revealed that Aubynn garnered an impressive 34,090 votes, edging out the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) Nana Akua Owusu Afriyieh, who received 33,881 votes. The results indicate a nail-biting margin of just 209 votes between the two candidates.
Of the 68,328 ballots cast, a remarkable 67,917 were classified as valid, while only 411 votes were rejected, highlighting the high level of engagement from the electorate. This victory is particularly significant for the NDC, marking a decisive turnaround in a constituency that experienced disputes during the parliamentary elections following the Electoral Commission’s re-collation exercise.
Aubynn’s win not only flips the seat in favor of the opposition but also bolsters the NDC’s influence in the Greater Accra Region. With this significant achievement, the party now holds 184 seats in Parliament, further cementing its two-thirds majority.
However, the re-run was marred by unsettling reports of violence, including alleged assaults on journalists and political party agents. These incidents have triggered widespread outrage and calls for urgent investigations and accountability, as the need for a peaceful electoral process resonates within the community.
As the dust settles on this contentious election, the NDC stands poised to make its mark in Parliament, while the broader implications of the electoral violence continue to raise concerns regarding the integrity of the political landscape in Ghana.
Source: Apexnewsgh.com
