Official Results Of Ghana NPP Presidential Primaries 2026: Dr. Bawumia Declared Winner, Full Results and Candidate Performance
Multi Debrich Group
Following weeks of intense campaigning, the NPP presidential primaries 2026 have produced early results that clearly show how each candidate performed. From strong national support for the leading aspirant to localized victories for others, the outcome of the primaries is already shaping discussions around the 2028 general elections in Ghana.
According to DebrichGroup.com analyst, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) has officially declared Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia as the winner of the 2026 presidential primaries, securing his position as the party’s flagbearer for the 2028 general elections. The announcement followed the successful collation of results from all constituencies nationwide after voting concluded on January 31, 2026.
With 211,849 accredited delegates participating across 333 polling centres, the primaries marked one of the most expansive internal elections in the party’s history and decisively settled the race for leadership.
Overview of the 2026 NPP Presidential Primaries
The primaries brought together five high-profile aspirants, each seeking the mandate of party delegates to lead the NPP into the next general elections. The process was conducted peacefully nationwide, with high turnout and minimal incidents reported.
Key Highlights:
Election Date: January 31, 2026
Delegates: 211,849
Polling Centres: 333 nationwide
Status: Completed
Winner Declared: Yes
After full collation, the party’s Electoral Committee confirmed that Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia obtained a clear majority of valid votes, eliminating the need for a run-off.
Official Results: Final Standing of Candidates
Following the declaration, the final outcome of the 2026 NPP presidential primaries is as follows:
Candidate
Final Position
Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia
Winner / Flagbearer
Kennedy Ohene Agyapong
Second
Dr. Bryan Acheampong
Third
Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum
Fourth
Kwabena Agyepong
Fifth
Dr. Bawumia emerged with the highest number of votes nationwide, winning decisively across a majority of regions and constituencies.
Candidate-by-Candidate Results and Performance Analysis
Full Breakdown of Candidate Results
Candidate
Votes Obtained
Percentage
Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia
110,643
56.48%
Kennedy Ohene Agyapong
46,554
23.76%
Dr. Bryan Acheampong
36,303
18.53%
Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum
1,999
1.02%
Kwabena Agyei Agyepong
402
0.21%
Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia — Winner and NPP Flagbearer
Status: Official Winner
Background: Former Vice President of Ghana
Performance: Dominated results across most regions and strategic constituencies
Strengths: Nationwide appeal, strong delegate confidence, continuity message
Dr. Bawumia’s victory reflects broad support within the party and positions him as the NPP’s candidate for the 2028 presidential race.
Kennedy Ohene Agyapong — Strong Runner-Up
Status: Second place
Background: Former MP for Assin Central
Performance: Recorded emphatic wins in select constituencies, especially in the Central Region
Strengths: Grassroots mobilization, outspoken campaign style
Despite finishing second, Agyapong’s results confirmed his influence within the party’s base.
Dr. Bryan Acheampong — Third Place Finish
Status: Third
Background: Former Minister for Food and Agriculture
Performance: Moderate showing with notable support in parts of the middle belt
Strengths: Administrative experience, organizational focus
Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum — Fourth Place
Status: Fourth
Background: Former Minister of Education
Performance: Limited delegate support nationwide
Strengths: Policy-driven campaign, education reforms
Kwabena Agyepong — Fifth Place
Status: Fifth
Background: Former NPP General Secretary
Performance: Minimal vote share across constituencies
Strengths: Party administration experience
Regional Voting Patterns
The final results revealed clear regional trends:
Dr. Bawumia dominated in most regions, particularly in urban and swing constituencies.
Kennedy Agyapong recorded landslide victories in his home areas, reflecting strong local loyalty.
Bryan Acheampong performed relatively well in parts of the middle belt, though not enough to challenge the top two.
These patterns collectively reinforced Dr. Bawumia’s national advantage.
What Happens Next for the NPP?
With the primaries concluded and a winner declared, the NPP will now focus on:
Party unity and reconciliation
Formation of a national campaign team
Strategic planning for the 2028 general elections
Losing candidates are expected to rally behind Dr. Bawumia to strengthen the party’s chances in the national contest.
A Decisive End to the 2026 NPP Presidential Race
The 2026 NPP presidential primaries have concluded successfully with Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia emerging as the official flagbearer. His victory underscores strong delegate confidence and sets the stage for an intense build-up to the 2028 elections.
With internal competition settled, attention now turns to national campaigning, party cohesion, and policy positioning as the NPP prepares for the next phase of Ghana’s political cycle.