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Asah-Asante hails Ayawaso East by-election as free and fair, but raises alarm over low voter turnout
March 4, 2026
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Asah-Asante hails Ayawaso East by-election as free and fair, but raises alarm over low voter turnout

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Key Points

  • The March 3 Ayawaso East parliamentary by-election was largely successful and peaceful, according to Dr. Kwame Asah Asante.
  • Concerns were raised about the low voter turnout, with only 17,048 out of 49,966 registered voters participating.
  • NDC candidate Alhaji Mohammed Baba Jamal Ahmed won decisively, securing 63% of valid votes and retaining the party's stronghold.
  • The election filled the seat left vacant by the death of four-term MP Naser Toure Mahama.
  • The peaceful conduct and swift acceptance of results by all candidates were praised as signs of Ghana's democratic maturity, despite calls for increased citizen engagement.

Why This Matters

This by-election highlights Ghana's democratic maturity through its peaceful conduct and the swift acceptance of results, which reinforces trust in electoral processes. However, the low voter turnout signals a persistent challenge in civic engagement, crucial for the legitimacy and vibrancy of Ghana's democracy. It also underscores the continued political landscape with the NDC maintaining a key stronghold.

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