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Asiedu Nketia, Julius Debrah tied in early NDC 2028 flagbearer race – Poll
April 21, 2026
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Asiedu Nketia, Julius Debrah tied in early NDC 2028 flagbearer race – Poll

Key Points

  • A new survey indicates a tight race for the NDC's 2028 presidential flagbearer, with Johnson Asiedu Nketia (31.9%) slightly ahead of Julius Debrah (30.1%).
  • The poll by Africa Policy Lens sampled 2,408 constituency executives across all 276 constituencies.
  • Cassiel Ato Forson (27.1%) and Haruna Iddrisu are also identified as significant contenders in the early stages.
  • NDC delegates prioritize leadership experience, integrity, and party unity over policy proposals when selecting a candidate.
  • The early, close contest suggests the eventual flagbearer will likely emerge through coalition-building and strong grassroots appeal.

Why This Matters

This article is significant for Ghana as the National Democratic Congress is one of the nation's two dominant political parties. The selection of its flagbearer will heavily influence the political discourse leading up to the 2028 general election and could determine the country's future leadership. The qualities delegates prioritize also offer insights into the perceived needs for national leadership within a major political party.

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