NPP shakes Ayawaso East constituency with massive health walk

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has held a massive keep-fit walk in Ayawaso East, a constituency, as the clock ticks down to the general election.

Sunday's event, led by parliamentary candidate Zak Rahman, aimed to drum up support in what has long been considered a stronghold of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC).

The NPP faces an uphill task, having never won this seat in previous elections.

However, Sunday's significant turnout suggests the party is making a serious play for the constituency as thousands of supporters joined Mr. Rahman and party executives for the early morning walk.

The route began at the party office and proceeded along Kanda Highway, past Nima Police Station, through Nima's communities and main streets, before returning to the starting point at Nima Market. It was a colourful affair, with participants adorned in party regalia and waving NPP flags, creating a vibrant spectacle through the streets.

The impressive turnout has injected fresh optimism into the NPP's campaign, with party officials hoping it signals a shift in voter allegiance.

"The enthusiasm we've seen today gives us hope that we can make history in Ayawaso East," Mr. Rahman told supporters at the end of the walk.

"Every vote will count in this election, and we're determined to reach every voter in the constituency."

The sea of party colours and the chorus of campaign songs attracted attention from local residents, many of whom stepped out to watch the procession.

Such fitness walks are common among political parties in Ghana during the run-up to elections, serving as a show of strength and a means of engaging with voters.

However, the scale of Sunday's event has raised eyebrows, even among political observers.

As the election draws nearer, both major parties are expected to intensify their campaigns in key battleground areas. Ayawaso East, with its history as an NDC stronghold, is shaping up to be one of the constituencies to watch on election day.

The NPP hopes this show of strength will help them overcome historical voting patterns and clinch victory in a constituency that has eluded them in previous elections.

"We're aware of the historical challenges in Ayawaso East, but today's turnout shows that change is in the air," Mr. Rahman said.

"Our message is resonating with voters who are ready for fresh leadership. We're not just participating in this election; we're here to win and transform this constituency.

"The enthusiasm we've seen today proves that Ayawaso East is no longer a foregone conclusion—it's a battleground, and we're prepared for the fight."

With just 54 days remaining until voters go to the polls on 7 December, political activities are intensifying across the country.

Both major parties are ramping up their campaigns, with rallies, door-to-door canvassing, and social media outreach becoming increasingly frequent as they vie for every possible vote in what promises to be a closely watched election.