Elections
Ayawaso East By-Election: Poll Shows Baba Jamal with 75% Lead Over NPP Rival
NDC Candidate Poised for Commanding Victory Ahead of March 3 Vote
- The Global InfoAnalytics survey projects Baba Jamal winning 75% of votes in the Ayawaso East by-election.
- Baba Ali is projected at 21%, while independent candidate Umaru Sanda Muhammed could get 3%
- The vote follows the passing of Mahama Naser Toure in January
A recent poll by Global InfoAnalytics projects a decisive win for Baba Jamal in the upcoming Ayawaso East by-election scheduled for Tuesday, March 3, 2026.
Surveying 972 voters between February 28 and March 1, the poll places Baba Jamal far ahead of his main contender, Baba Ali of the New Patriotic Party (NPP).
Key Findings:
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Baba Jamal (NDC): 75% of projected votes
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Baba Ali (NPP): 21%
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Umaru Sanda Muhammed (Independent): 3%
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Other candidates (Ibrahim Iddrisu, David): Less than 1% each
The by-election follows the passing of the sitting MP, Mahama Naser Toure, in January at Korle Bu Teaching Hospital.
With a commanding lead, Baba Jamal appears poised to secure the constituency for the NDC, barring any last-minute shifts in voter sentiment.
