In a dramatic escalation of political tensions, two prominent New Patriotic Party (NPP) figures, Mavis Hawa Koomson and parliamentary candidate Nana Akua Owusu Afriyie—were allegedly assaulted by unidentified macho men during a heated political activity in the Ablekuma North constituency.
The incident reportedly occurred on Friday, July 11, 2025, amid a confrontation involving rival NPP factions.
Eyewitnesses say a group of heavily built, unidentified men physically and verbally attacked the two women, both of whom are influential within the party.
Hawa Koomson was present to support party engagements, while Akua Afriyie—a former MP for the area—was participating in the event when chaos erupted.
The assailants allegedly disrupted proceedings at St. Peter’s polling station, sparking panic among supporters and party officials.
According to sources, Akua Afriyie and a female party agent were severely assaulted, sustaining facial injuries with visible swelling.
Videos and images shared on social media captured scenes of chaos and violence, affecting political figures and journalists alike.
Party insiders suspect the attack was a deliberate attempt to intimidate specific factions ahead of a primary rerun, ordered by the High Court following disputes over the initial results.
The NPP had contested the previous outcome, citing irregularities and missing results from 19 polling stations.
Despite a court order directing the Electoral Commission (EC) to ensure complete collation, the EC acknowledged difficulties retrieving results from the disputed stations, leading to a stalemate.
To restore confidence in the process, the EC announced a rerun of the polls in the affected centers.
Today, over 6,800 eligible voters across 19 polling stations are expected to cast their ballots once more.
This rerun is more than a local contest. For the NDC, a final win by Aubynn would represent a hard-fought triumph and bolster the party’s parliamentary numbers. It would also affirm the strength of the NDC’s growing base in urban constituencies.
For the NPP, reclaiming the seat through Nana Akua Owusu Afriyie would reinforce the party’s dominance in Ablekuma North and help correct what they believe was an electoral oversight.
Both candidates have strong personal and political followings:
Ewurabena Aubynn, a lawyer and first-time candidate, has been praised for her grassroots connection and youth-focused policies.
Nana Akua Owusu Afriyie, a former MP, is banking on her track record and the NPP’s long-standing hold over the constituency.
