A recent poll by Global InfoAnalytics shows that John Dramani Mahama, leader of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), continues to lead in the race to succeed President Nana Akufo-Addo in the 2025 elections.
According to the poll, Mahama holds 52% of the support, while the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) candidate, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, follows with 41.3%.
Other candidates, including Alan Kyerematen (2.3%), Nana K. Bediako (4.1%), and others (0.4%), trail behind.
Kyerematen has made significant gains, particularly in the Akan regions. However, the poll reveals that Dr. Bawumia is losing support among floating voters.
Only 11% of floating voters support Bawumia, compared to 69% for Mahama, with smaller percentages backing Kyerematen (6%) and Bediako (13%).
Mahama also leads among first-time voters, securing 64% of their support, while Bawumia garners just 33%.
In key swing regions such as Central, Western, and Greater Accra, Mahama continues to dominate with 59.4% support, compared to Bawumia’s 33.8%.
Dr. Bawumia leads in only three of Ghana’s 16 regions, while Mahama holds a commanding lead in 13 regions.
The economy, job opportunities, and education remain top concerns for voters, with economic issues stable at 75%, job concerns at 69%, and education-related concerns rising to 52% from 46%.
Additionally, the poll reveals that 51% of voters feel their economic situation has worsened over the past year, while 28% report an improvement.
A large majority (82%) of voters have already made up their minds about their choice, while 9% may still change their decision.
Public opinion on President Akufo-Addo’s performance has also significantly declined, with only 28% approving of his leadership.
65% disapprove, with a clear divide: only NPP supporters express approval, while voters from other parties strongly disapprove.
In the Central, Western, and Greater Accra regions, the disapproval of Akufo-Addo’s leadership is particularly high.
Meanwhile, 62% of voters believe the country is headed in the wrong direction, while 27% feel it is moving in the right direction.
