The Ada constituency parliamentary election concluded with a decisive victory for incumbent Madam Comfort Doyoe Cudjoe Ghansah of the National Democratic Congress (NDC). Securing her fourth consecutive term, Madam Ghansah garnered an overwhelming 22,019 votes, translating to a dominant 72.37% of the total votes cast. This impressive win solidifies her sixteen-year representation of the constituency, a testament to her enduring popularity and the trust placed in her by the electorate. Her consistent success underscores a strong connection with the constituents and suggests effective representation throughout her tenure. This latest victory positions her for another four years of service, offering continuity and experience to the Ada constituency.
Madam Ghansah’s resounding triumph contrasts sharply with the performance of her main challenger, Madam Suzette Norley Dornukie Norteye of the New Patriotic Party (NPP). Madam Norteye secured 8,119 votes, representing 26.66% of the total votes cast. This significant difference in vote share highlights the strong support base enjoyed by the incumbent NDC candidate and suggests potential challenges for the NPP in gaining broader appeal within the constituency. The election results reflect a clear preference among voters for Madam Ghansah’s leadership and potentially her party’s platform. The substantial margin underscores the work ahead for the NPP to connect with a larger segment of the electorate in future elections.
The total number of valid votes cast in the Ada constituency election stood at 30,138, indicating a robust participation rate among eligible voters. A relatively small number of 287 votes were rejected, suggesting a generally smooth and well-managed electoral process. The overall voter turnout of 30,425 demonstrates a healthy level of engagement in the democratic process within the constituency. The relatively low rejection rate further reinforces the effectiveness of voter education and the efficiency of polling procedures. The high participation rate signifies the importance placed on the election by the constituents and their active role in shaping their local representation.
Following the collation of results at the Ada Technical Institute Hall’s collation center, Mr. Renald Amarteifio, the returning officer for the Ada Constituency, officially declared Madam Comfort Doyoe Cudjoe Ghansah as the Member of Parliament-elect. This formal declaration marked the culmination of the electoral process and affirmed Madam Ghansah’s mandate to represent the constituency for another term. The official announcement confirms the public’s will expressed through the ballot box and empowers Madam Ghansah to continue her legislative duties. The clear and transparent declaration process contributes to the credibility and integrity of the election outcome.
The presidential election results within the Ada constituency mirrored the parliamentary outcome, with John Dramani Mahama of the NDC receiving a substantial majority of the votes. Mahama secured 26,202 votes, significantly outperforming his competitors. Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the NPP presidential candidate, received 3,206 votes. The remaining presidential candidates garnered significantly fewer votes, indicating a clear preference for the two main contenders. The strong correlation between the parliamentary and presidential results suggests a strong party affiliation among voters within the constituency. The substantial margin of victory for Mahama underscores the NDC’s dominance in the Ada constituency.
The remaining presidential candidates, including Daniel Augustus Lartey Junior, Christian Kwabena Andrews, Kofi Akpaloo, Mohamed Frimpong, Nana Akosua Frimponmaa, Hassan Abdul Ayarigah, Kofi Koranteng, George Twum Barimah, Nana Kwame Bediako, and Alan John Kwadwo Kyermanteng, received a comparatively small number of votes. While their individual vote counts were modest, their participation contributes to the overall diversity of choices available to the electorate. The presence of multiple candidates underscores the principles of a multi-party democracy and provides voters with a wider spectrum of political ideologies to consider. While their individual impact on the overall outcome was limited, their participation contributes to the broader democratic landscape.
