2028 Elections: NDC Faces Possible Loss of 29 Parliamentary Seats in New Projection

A new political projection about Ghana’s 2028 general elections has sparked fresh questions about the future of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) and its strength in Parliament.

According to a report by Rainbow Radio Online, Global InfoAnalytics has projected that the NDC could lose 29 parliamentary seats in the next general elections. The projection has attracted attention because of what such a change could mean for the balance of power in Ghana’s Parliament.

Although the 2028 elections are still ahead, the report presents an early picture of the possible challenges facing the governing party as it prepares for another major political contest.

For the NDC, maintaining its parliamentary strength will be an important task. Winning the presidency is only one part of political power in Ghana. A strong parliamentary presence also matters because MPs take part in passing laws, approving national budgets and examining government policies.

If the projection eventually reflects the outcome of the elections, losing 29 seats would represent a major change in the party’s parliamentary position. It could also affect the number of seats available to the opposition and influence how political debates are handled in the House.

However, Ghanaians should be careful not to treat the projection as a confirmed election result. An opinion poll or political forecast is not the same as votes cast at the ballot box. Several factors can change between now and December 2028, including campaign promises, economic conditions, the performance of the government, candidate selection and the strength of local party structures.

The NDC will also have an opportunity to respond to public concerns and work towards retaining the support of voters in constituencies where its position may be under pressure.

For the opposition, the projection could provide grounds for renewed political activity and a stronger focus on constituencies where it hopes to gain seats. But converting a forecast into actual parliamentary victories will require support from voters when the elections arrive.