Wild NDC jubilation in Kumasi ahead of EC's declaration

Hundreds of supporters of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) flooded the streets of Kumasi on Sunday afternoon, celebrating their flagbearer even before the Electoral Commission (EC) officially declared John Dramani Mahama as the president-elect.

A visit to communities such as Atonsu, Esereso, and Oforikrom revealed that, based on figures they had gathered, supporters believed their party was in a “comfortable lead” and began celebrating early.

The excitement was even more pronounced in NDC strongholds like Asewase, Aboabo, and Asokore-Mampong, where supporters took to the streets in full force. Some rode in the back of tricycles, known locally as "Aboboyaa," while others zipped through the streets on motorbikes, with a few perched on moving vehicles.

Fueled by music blasting from loudspeakers, supporters danced to party songs, including "Aseda" by King Paluta, a popular track among NPP circles.

Many wore party T-shirts, and some carried portraits of their candidate. Their presence on the streets caused traffic jams in several parts of the city.

At Atonsu High School Junction, jubilant supporters had taken over the main Atonsu-Lake road, creating further congestion.

Some supporters even stepped in to direct traffic, performing tasks usually handled by the MTTD, in an attempt to prevent accidents.

While some road users expressed frustration with the delays caused by the celebrations, most were patient, moving cautiously to avoid accidents.

In their excitement, some supporters even climbed onto the bonnets of moving vehicles, putting their safety at risk, all to express their satisfaction with the results they believed would favor their candidate.