NDC Makes History, Snatches Asunafo North Seat After 24 Years
The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has made history by winning the Asunafo North Constituency parliamentary seat in the Ahafo Region for the first time in 24 years. The constituency, long considered a stronghold of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), saw a dramatic political shift in the recent elections, breaking the perception of invincibility for the ruling party in the area.
Hon. Haruna Mohammed, the NDC parliamentary candidate, secured a resounding victory with 34,047 votes, surpassing the incumbent MP, Hon. Evans Opoku Bobie of the NPP, who polled 25,101 votes.
This victory marks a significant milestone for the NDC in the constituency and across the nation.Hon. Haruna Mohammed’s success has been attributed to his strategic campaign, which focused heavily on addressing the needs of the youth.
His ability to connect with the younger generation and inspire them to actively participate in his campaign played a pivotal role in this victory. The youth, impressed by his vision and promises, rallied behind him and ensured his message reached every corner of the constituency.
In his victory speech, Hon. Haruna Mohammed expressed profound gratitude to the constituents for entrusting him with their mandate. He also acknowledged the efforts of his campaign team and the youth who stood by him throughout the journey.
“I am deeply humbled by the support and confidence the people of Asunafo North have shown in me. This victory is not just mine; it belongs to all of us. I assure you that I will work tirelessly to create jobs and improve the lives of our youth,” he stated.
The Asunafo North victory is not an isolated case. The NDC has made significant strides across the country, reclaiming several parliamentary seats in this election cycle. This development signals a strong resurgence for the party and a shift in the political landscape of Ghana.
The NDC’s performance in Asunafo North and other constituencies underscores the importance of grassroots mobilization, youth engagement, and addressing the pressing concerns of citizens.
As Hon. Haruna Mohammed prepares to take his seat in Parliament, his constituents are hopeful that this historic victory will usher in a new era of development and progress for Asunafo North.
The victory remains a momentous achievement for the NDC, breaking a two-decade-long dominance and setting the tone for future political contests in the region.
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