Ato Forson nearly doubles NDC's Christian vote advantage in latest polls
Ato Forson leads Dr Mahamudu Bawumia among every religious group in September 2026 polling, nearly doubling the NDC's advantage among Christians.
In Brief
- •Ato Forson leads Dr Mahamudu Bawumia among every religious group in September 2026 polling, nearly doubling the NDC's advantage among Christians.
- •Forson leads Bawumia by 13.5% among Christians, compared to a 7.4% lead by President Mahama in 2023.
- •Among Muslims, Forson leads Bawumia by 21.7%, a significant improvement from Mahama's 34.2% lead in 2023.
- •Forson leads in every religious category measured in the poll, including traditional religions and followers of other religions.
Why It Matters
The polling data suggests a strong performance by Ato Forson within the NDC, particularly among Christian voters, who represent a significant portion of Ghana's population. This could indicate a potential shift in the party's support base and influence the outcome of the 2028 elections. The data also shows a notable improvement for Dr Bawumia among Muslims and the non-religious group, which could have implications for the party's overall strategy and candidate selection.
Key Details
- Christian Vote Lead
- 13.5% (Forson over Bawumia)
- Muslim Vote Lead
- 21.7% (Forson over Bawumia)
- Traditional Religion Vote Lead
- 22.1% (Forson over Bawumia)
- Other Religions Vote Lead
- 27.8% (Forson over Bawumia)
- Non-Religious Vote Lead
- 3.9% (Forson over Bawumia)
Context & Background
Religion and ethnicity are deeply embedded in Ghana's politics, and the performance of candidates among different religious groups can provide an indication of who might emerge as the president.
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