In a surprising turn of events during the 2024 elections, Henry Quartey, the incumbent Member of Parliament for Ayawaso Central, has lost his seat to Abdul-Rauf Tubazu of the National Democratic Congress (NDC). According to official results from the Electoral Commission, Quartey received 23,345 votes, while Tubazu secured a commanding 29,755 votes.
This election marks a significant shift in the political landscape of the Ayawaso Central constituency, which has been closely watched during the electoral process. The results are part of a broader trend seen across various constituencies as the counting and collation of votes continue throughout the country.
Both the NDC and the New Patriotic Party (NPP) have urged their supporters to remain calm and allow the Electoral Commission to finalize the results transparently. While the NPP has called for proper conduct among its members during the monitoring process, the NDC has encouraged vigilance without premature celebrations.
The 2024 elections featured 13 presidential candidates and 807 parliamentary candidates, underscoring the competitive nature of this electoral cycle. As the dust settles on the election day, the loss of Quartey may signal new dynamics in the parliamentary sessions ahead, affecting governance and policy-making in Ghana.
This development in Ayawaso Central reflects the changing political sentiments among voters, setting the stage for potential shifts in party power and representation in the coming years.
