This phenomenon highlights a nuanced voter behaviour where allegiance to party lines is not absolute, signalling the electorate's desire for diverse representation. The 'skirt and blouse' voting pattern is not new in Ghanaian politics, but its prevalence in the 2020 elections was notable for its scale and the implications it had for both major political parties, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) and the National Democratic Congress (NDC). This trend suggests that voters were making more independent choices, evaluating candidates on their individual merits rather than strictly adhering to party loyalty. Regions notable for 'skirt and blouse' voting Several regions in Ghana exhibited the "skirt and blouse" voting pattern in the 2020 elections. Among these were: Greater Accra Region: In constituencies like Okaikwei North, voters chose NDC candidates for Parliament but supported the NPP's presidential candidate, Nana Addo.