Despite overwhelming local approval for President John Mahama's leadership and optimism about the country's direction, voters in the Kpandai constituency have not yet decisively swung behind the National Democratic Congress's (NDC) parliamentary candidate, a new poll by Global InfoAnalytics has revealed.

The baseline survey by Global Info Analytics, conducted ahead of the re-run election, found a striking consensus on national issues.

A significant 66% of voters believe Ghana is headed in the right direction, while 64% approve of President Mahama's job performance.

“Overall, voters in the Kpandai constituency believe Ghana is headed in the right direction,” the pollsters noted, highlighting a favourable national climate for the governing party.

However, this strong presidential backing has not translated into a clear lead for the NDC’s parliamentary hopeful, Daniel Nsala Wakpal. The race remains a statistical dead heat, with the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) candidate, Hon. Mathew Nyindam, polling at 50% against Wakpal’s 46%.

The disconnect appears rooted in local priorities.

When asked what would most influence their vote, constituents pointed to jobs (34%), the economy (18%), and roads (15%)—issues they will weigh against the candidates' local records and promises.

“The top issues which will influence voters' choice on whom they would vote for are jobs, economy, and roads,” the poll summary stated, setting the stage for a campaign focused on local delivery.

The poll, which sampled 1,065 voters between December 11 and 13, 2025, shows 3% of voters are undecided, making them the key target for both campaigns in the final stretch.

The seat became vacant after the 2024 election result was nullified.

The final survey is scheduled for December 25-28, just days before voters return to the polls to determine if their positive national outlook will ultimately benefit the NDC’s local candidate.