Accra, Ghana — A heated political climate has emerged following an attack on former Member of Parliament Mavis Hawa Koomson during a recent election rerun in Ablekuma North. Ewurabena Aubynn, the current MP representing the constituency, has voiced her condemnation of the incident, stressing that violence has no place in democratic processes.
The attack took place on July 11, 2025, when Koomson was targeted by unidentified individuals at the Odorkor Methodist 1 polling station. The motives behind the assault remain unclear, and local police have launched an investigation into the incident.
During a televised interview, Aubynn spoke out against the violent episode, insisting that such actions undermine the integrity of the electoral process, regardless of political affiliations. “Violence during elections should never be tolerated,” she stated firmly. Aubynn emphasized that democratic values must be upheld and insisted that no one should be subjected to violent acts, whether they are male or female, in opposition or not.
She also offered her perspective on the possible motivations for the attack, suggesting it could stem from internal party disputes rather than being an act carried out by constituents. “While the attack occurred in Ablekuma North, I believe it may not have been orchestrated by the people here,” she said. Instead, she expressed concerns over the possibility that it involved members from within Koomson’s own political party, the New Patriotic Party.
In the aftermath of the incident, the Greater Accra Regional Police Command apprehended two suspects identified as Musah Muntari, a 46-year-old station manager, and Ali Saeed, a 43-year-old businessman. Both individuals are currently aiding in the ongoing investigation.
The recent elections in Ablekuma North were initially called into question due to disputes over results from several polling stations. After careful evaluation, the Electoral Commission determined a rerun was necessary in 19 polling locations, which ultimately saw Aubynn securing victory against her New Patriotic Party opponent, Nana Akua Afriyie, with a total of 34,090 votes.
This rerun followed a significant contention between the National Democratic Congress and the New Patriotic Party regarding electoral discrepancies that raised tensions leading up to the election. Despite attempts by the NPP to secure a court injunction against the rerun, the case was dismissed, facilitating the election’s progression as scheduled.
Amidst these unfolding events, Aubynn remains committed to promoting a peaceful electoral environment. She continues to encourage dialogue and cooperation among political factions to ensure that political ambitions do not come at the cost of public safety or democracy.