The counting process has officially commenced for the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) presidential primaries as of January 31, 2026, following the conclusion of voting at 2 PM. An impressive turnout saw approximately 211,000 party members participating across more than 300 polling locations nationwide.
Security measures were notably stringent, ensuring a peaceful voting atmosphere throughout the day. Voters were eager to support one of the five prominent candidates vying for the party’s nomination for the upcoming 2028 general elections. These candidates include former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, Kennedy Agyapong, Dr. Bryan Acheampong, Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum, and Kwabena Agyei Agyepong.
Early results from various polling stations are being reported and will continue to be updated as counting progresses. Below are some of the initial numbers:
- National NPP Headquarters: Total votes: 427
Dr Bawumia: 308 (72.13%)
Kennedy Agyapong: 106 (24.82%)
Dr Bryan Acheampong: 3 (0.70%)
Dr Yaw Adutwum: 3 (0.70%)
Kwabena Agyepong: 7 (1.64%) - Tano North – Ashanti Region: Total votes: 664
Dr Bawumia: 478 (71.99%)
Kennedy Agyapong: 118 (17.77%)
Dr Bryan Acheampong: 65 (9.79%)
Dr Yaw Adutwum: 2 (0.30%)
Kwabena Agyepong: 1 (0.15%) - Ayawaso East – Nima Cluster of Schools: Total votes: 536
Dr Bawumia: 421 (78.54%)
Kennedy Agyapong: 46 (8.58%)
Dr Bryan Acheampong: 60 (11.19%)
Dr Yaw Adutwum: 8 (1.49%)
Kwabena Agyepong: 1 (0.19%) - Upper Denkyira East Constituency: Total votes cast: 780
Dr Bawumia: 372 (47.69%)
Kennedy Agyapong: 314 (40.26%)
Dr Bryan Acheampong: 84 (10.77%)
Dr Yaw Adutwum: 1 (0.13%)
Kwabena Agyepong: 1 (0.13%) - Odorkor Saleria Centre B, Ablekuma North: Total votes cast: 720
Dr Bawumia: 422 (58.69%)
Kennedy Agyapong: 221 (30.74%)
Dr Bryan Acheampong: 67 (9.32%)
Dr Yaw Adutwum: 9 (1.25%)
Kwabena Agyepong: 0 (0.00%)
As the counting unfolds, the political landscape of Ghana is poised for significant developments. For real-time updates, viewers can tune into the livestream coverage provided by various media outlets.
