The New Patriotic Party (NPP) Member of Parliament-elect for the Ayensuano constituency, Ida Adjoa Asiedu, has shared her thoughts on her victory in the December 7, 2024, elections.
In her view, she was expecting a wider margin of victory based on the numbers, explaining that the low voter turnout was a key factor in the smaller margin.
“Looking at the figures, I was expecting a bigger gap. If more people had come out to vote, I believe I would have had a margin of at least 10,000 votes” she said in an interview on Adom FM’s Dwaso Nsem morning show Wednesday.
Madam Asiedu secured 18,229 votes, narrowly defeating her closest contender, Teddy Saforo Addy, who received 17,182 votes.
Other candidates, Abrokwa Sintim and Learned Obiri, garnered 722 and 140 votes, respectively.
Despite the close margin, Madam Asiedu said the victory reflects the strong presence of the NPP in the constituency.
However, she attributed much of her success to her efforts in community development, particularly the completion of road projects within the constituency.
“I believe I was given the nod because I’ve worked hard to improve the lives of the people here. I’ve done a lot of roadwork, and I collaborated with some NGOs to bring development,” Madam Asiedu said.
In addition to infrastructure, Madam Asiedu stressed her work in providing mechanized boreholes for the community, further solidifying her image as a dedicated public servant.
Madam Asiedu also urged the people of Ayensuano to trust in her leadership.
“I will continue to do more for the people of this constituency. I’m committed to serving them and making their lives better,” she assured.
Her victory is also historic as she becomes the first female parliamentary candidate for the NPP in Ayensuano.
This marks a significant milestone for both Madam Asiedu and the party in the constituency.
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