President John Mahama continues to enjoy broad public support, with a 67 percent job approval rating in the December 2025 National Tracking Poll conducted by Global InfoAnalytics.
The figure, unchanged from the previous quarter, underscores sustained confidence in the President’s leadership as the year ends. His approval spans all regions, including areas traditionally aligned with the opposition.
Support is strongest among National Democratic Congress (NDC) voters at 93 percent, but Mahama also records 69 percent approval among floating voters. Among New Patriotic Party (NPP) supporters, 28 percent approve of his performance. Overall disapproval stands at 24 percent, up slightly by two points.
Beyond presidential approval, the survey highlights a nation that remains broadly optimistic. Conducted among 13,495 voters across 16 regions and 83 constituencies, the poll found that 66 percent of Ghanaians believe the country is on the right track—a figure consistent with the previous quarter.
Optimism is widespread: the Upper West Region posted the highest confidence level at 81 percent, followed by Savannah at 79 percent. Even in the opposition stronghold of Ashanti, 45 percent of voters said Ghana is moving in the right direction.
Partisan divides remain clear. While 91 percent of NDC supporters expressed confidence in the country’s trajectory, 61 percent of NPP supporters disagreed. Floating voters leaned positive, with 68 percent saying Ghana is on course.
Economic performance appears central to the government’s popularity. The 2026 Budget, presented by Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, drew favorable reviews, with 66 percent of voters satisfied, 18 percent dissatisfied, and 16 percent neutral.
This confidence is mirrored in lived experiences: 56 percent reported improved living standards over the past year, 27 percent saw no change, and 12 percent reported declines. Looking ahead, 70 percent expect further gains in 2026.
Governance perceptions also improved. For the first time, 60 percent said the government is doing enough to fight corruption, up from 58 percent last quarter. A majority (56 percent) believe corruption levels are improving, while 17 percent think they are worsening.
Efforts to tackle illegal mining, or galamsey, received cautious approval. Nationally, 56 percent said government action is adequate, and 47 percent believe conditions have not worsened. In mining communities, 43 percent shared that view.
The poll further revealed strong backing for constitutional reforms. Majorities supported extending the presidential term to five years (57 percent), banning MPs from serving as ministers (58 percent), and directly electing Metropolitan, Municipal and District Chief Executives (63 percent). Other proposals also drew support, including lowering the presidential age limit (55 percent), abolishing the death penalty (58 percent), and restricting campaign periods to 120 days (56 percent).
Demographic shifts are reshaping the political landscape. Gen Z and Millennial voters now account for nearly 78 percent of the electorate, fueling demand for youthful leadership. Overall, 64 percent of voters said they prefer younger leaders.
Party affiliation trends show gradual movement. The NDC leads with 41 percent despite a slight dip, while NPP support fell for the third consecutive period to 26 percent. Floating voters edged up to 19 percent. Educational breakdowns show the NDC dominant among tertiary-educated voters, while the NPP performs strongest among those with no formal education, where margins narrow considerably.
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