Former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has secured a decisive victory in the New Patriotic Party (NPP) presidential primary.
The election, held on January 31, 2026, confirms Bawumia as the flagbearer who will lead the party into the 2028 general elections.
The Electoral Commission (EC) reported a massive turnout, with over 211,000 delegates voting across 275 constituencies.
The Numbers: How the Candidates Performed
The contest saw five major aspirants vying for the top spot. Here is the final breakdown of the valid votes:
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Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia: 110,643 votes (56.48%)
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Kennedy Ohene Agyapong: 46,554 votes (23.76%)
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Dr. Bryan Acheampong: 36,303 votes (18.53%)
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Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum: 1,999 votes (1.02%)
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Kwabena Agyei Agyepong: 402 votes (0.21%)
Election Highlights
A total of 196,462 votes were cast nationwide, with 561 ballots rejected by the EC.
This primary marks a critical turning point for the NPP as it seeks to reorganize following its defeat in the 2024 general elections.
Before the polls, all five candidates signed a peace pact, pledging to maintain party unity and support the eventual winner.
The Bottom Line
Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has been elected as the NPP's 2028 flagbearer, securing over 56% of the vote in a high-stakes primary focused on party restoration.
