Research firm, Global InfoAnalytics has predicted a clear victory for John Dramani Mahama, the National Democratic Congress (NDC) flagbearer, in Ghana’s upcoming 2024 presidential elections.
Mahama is expected to secure 52.2% of the vote, edging out Dr Mahamudu Bawumia of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), who is projected to receive 41.4%.
Other contenders, including Alan Kyeremanten and independent candidate Nana Kwame Bediako, are forecasted to obtain 2.5% and 3.0%, respectively, while minor candidates collectively account for 0.9%.
Parliamentary Landscape
The NDC is anticipated to dominate parliamentary seats, with a projected 150 seats, compared to the NPP’s 99 seats. One independent candidate is expected to win, while 29 constituencies remain highly competitive and too close to call.
Regional Breakdown
Mahama is forecasted to win in major regions such as Greater Accra, Central, Western, Volta, and Bono East. Conversely, Bawumia is likely to retain control in the Ashanti, Eastern, Bono, and North East regions.
Voter Engagement
An average voter turnout of 77.6% is anticipated, with regional variations contributing to the final results.
Global InfoAnalytics promised a detailed breakdown of constituency predictions after the polls on December 7, 2024.
