In a decisive win, Lawyer Nana Adjei Baffour Awuah has secured the Manhyia South Parliamentary primary seat of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) with an impressive 376 votes.
Owusu Afriyie Prempeh, brother of incumbent MP, Dr. Mathew Opoku Prempeh, trailed behind with 141 votes, while James Owusu and Akwasi Coker Gyambibi garnered 7 and 2 votes respectively.
The outcome validates Prof. Smart Sarpong’s science and data research, which predicted Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah’s win with at least 70% of the delegates’ votes. This primary election follows the elevation of Dr. Opoku Prempeh (NAPO) as the running mate to Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the NPP’s flagbearer.
Nana Adjei Baffour Awuah’s victory sets him up as the NPP’s candidate for the Manhyia South constituency in the upcoming general elections. His campaign focused on grassroots engagement, economic development, and empowering the youth. His win is seen as a testament to his connection with the constituency and his vision for its future.
The primary election was peaceful and transparent, with delegates from across the constituency casting their votes. The NPP’s leadership has congratulated Nana Adjei Baffour Awuah on his win, pledging support for his campaign. As the party prepares for the general elections, Nana Adjei Baffour Awuah’s victory has boosted morale and momentum for the NPP in the Manhyia South constituency.
