Here’s a comprehensive overview of the early returns and unfolding outcome from the Ablekuma North parliamentary rerun election result on July 11, 2025.
Ablekuma North Election Background
Why the rerun?
In the December 2024 general election, results from 19 polling centres in Ablekuma North were contested—missing or irregular pink sheets halted full collation. The EC ultimately ordered a rerun in these centres to resolve the impasse.
The stakes:
This seat was critical. The ruling NDC, already holding a strong majority in Parliament, could solidify its two-thirds majority. The NPP, although losing nationally, fought to reclaim the seat and challenge NDC dominance
Ablekuma North Candidates Profile
Nana Akua Owusu Afriyie (NPP)
Former MP for the area (2017–2021), now serving as Ghana’s Deputy Ambassador to China.
Fearless in the face of national party calls to boycott, she insisted on contesting
Ewurabena Aubynn (NDC)
Stepped in after NDC challenged the December results. The party believes she secured a narrow victory initially and mounted a robust ground campaign for the rerun.
Ablekuma North Early Results (19 of 19 polling centres)
As votes were counted, Nana Akua Afriyie had an initial narrow lead—just 48 votes—attributed to prior results from other centres where NPP led 32,512 to NDC’s 32,464.
But as provisional results from the rerun trickled in, Ewurabena Aubynn began overtaking, and the NDC eventually pulled ahead significantly.
Ablekuma North Election Final Outcome
According to GhanaRegions.com data (as of ~18:49 GMT):
Ewurabena Aubynn (NDC): 33,953 votes
Nana Akua Owusu Afriyie (NPP): 33,664 votes,
with counting complete from 279 of 281 centres.
This places Aubynn ahead by approximately 289 votes, claiming the victory.
Ablekuma North Election Significance & Implications
For the Ruling NDC:
Strengthened parliamentary position—this win pushes them closer to or beyond a two-thirds majority, crucial for constitutional amendments and legislative control.
Validation of their challenge to the December results, bolstering claims about previous electoral irregularities.
For the Opposition NPP:
A bitter loss in a key battleground, despite Afriyie’s prominence and initial lead.
Raised internal tensions: Afriyie’s decision to break boycott protocol exposed fractures within the party.
Could dampen morale and weaken floor leadership efforts.
For Ghana’s Political Landscape
Public trust in electoral processes: The rerun was marred by violence, voter intimidation, and low turnout at some centres.
But the EC’s eventual certification can restore some faith.
Precedent for future contests: Shows that contested results may undergo partial reruns, altering outcomes months later.
National narrative: Strengthens NDC’s position ahead of future elections, while forcing the NPP to reassess unity and strategy.
Ablekuma North Election Result & Latest Updates
EC has certified the results and declared Ewurabena Aubynn the winner.
NPP has expressed disquiet over “hoodlums” and alleged irregularities in the rerun
The Minority in Parliament and other watchdogs have urged transparent probe into election-day violence and misconduct.
Ablekuma North Election Current Status:
Winner: Ewurabena Aubynn (NDC)
Margin: Roughly 289 votes in her favor (33,953 vs. 33,664)
Constituency Representation: Ablekuma North now has a duly elected MP after a six-month hiatus.
Ablekuma North Election Broader Impact:
Boosts NDC’s legislative strength and validates their stance.
Signals deepening divisions and strategic reevaluations within NPP.
Reinforces call for secure, fair electoral processes across Ghana.
