Bawa Alidu, Yandal Timulkpa, and others emerge victorious in NDC Zabzugu Constituency elections
ZABZUGU, NORTHERN REGION — The National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the Zabzugu Constituency has witnessed a keenly contested constituency executive election, with Bawa Alidu, Yandal Timulkpa, and several other candidates emerging victorious in their respective positions.
The election, characterized by competitive races across multiple executive portfolios, has produced a new leadership lineup tasked with strengthening the party’s grassroots structures, promoting unity, and consolidating its political presence in the constituency.
In one of the most closely contested races, Bawa Alidu secured the Constituency Chairman position with 448 votes, defeating Yakubu Abdul Razak, who polled 412 votes. The 36-vote difference underscored the intensity of the contest and the confidence both candidates commanded among delegates.
Yandal Timulkpa also emerged victorious in the Vice Chairman race, obtaining 473 votes against Mohammed Yahauza’s 389 votes.
Youth and Women’s Wings Witness Changes
The Youth Organizer contest saw Iddrisu Lukuman defeat Toyibu Imoro, securing 62 votes against his opponent’s 33 votes. The Deputy Youth Organizer position was uncontested.
In a notable outcome in the Women’s Wing, Maame Oldman defeated incumbent Women Organizer Iddrisu Salima, polling 60 votes against Salima’s 36 votes. The result marks a change in leadership for the position.
Adam Baamunu won the Deputy Women’s Organizer contest with 53 votes, defeating Christiana, who secured 43 votes.
Dakpe Paul Wins Organizer Race
Dakpe Paul emerged victorious in the Organizer contest with 442 votes, beating Suale Alhassan, who obtained 414 votes.
For Deputy Organizer, Ebenezer Ntilam secured the position with 353 votes, ahead of Osman Abdul-Rahaman, who polled 295 votes, and Aliu Abdulai, who obtained 214 votes.
The results reflect the competitive nature of the elections and the delegates’ role in determining the party’s next line of constituency leadership.
Nihadatu Wins Deputy Secretary Position
Yakubu Nihadatu Lantana recorded a strong performance in the Deputy Secretary contest, securing 473 votes. Tagnunbu Thomas obtained 195 votes, while Adam Shei polled 193 votes.
The Secretary position attracted five candidates, with Thomas leading the field with 249 votes. Kondo Musah followed with 220 votes, Ganiyu Sule obtained 209 votes, Mohammed Awal Abdulai secured 129 votes, and Majeed Yussif polled 58 votes.
Hamid Shei Hamid Leads Deputy Treasurer Race
In the Deputy Treasurer contest, Hamid Shei Hamid emerged victorious with 404 votes, defeating Samuel Ugnanje, who obtained 294 votes, and Musah Abdallah, who secured 159 votes.
The Treasurer position, however, requires further confirmation. Kabuljei Kwesi Daniel polled 284 votes, while Alhassan Suale secured 245 votes. The votes obtained by the third candidate, Adam Muzamilu, were not included in the results provided.
Bright Silbe and Abdul-Karim Zakaria Win Communication Positions
Bright Silbe emerged victorious in the Communication Officer contest with 375 votes, ahead of Abukari Zakaria, who polled 328 votes, and Gurundow Saibu, who obtained 156 votes.
In the Deputy Communication Officer race, Abdul-Karim Zakaria secured victory with 339 votes. Mbrati Dominic Umoagbir obtained 298 votes, while Kojo Sulemana Abdul-Rahaman polled 220 votes. Seven ballots were rejected in the contest.
The results highlight the importance of communication and information management within the party’s constituency structures, particularly as the NDC continues to engage supporters and strengthen its organizational presence.
Ali Saibu Leads Zango Caucus Results
In the Zango Caucus contest, Ali Saibu emerged as the leading candidate with 389 votes, followed by Atiku Aga with 302 votes and Abdul Hakam Inusah with 171 votes. Three ballot papers were recorded as spoiled.
Meanwhile, results from another group of candidates showed Imoro Nuhumanu leading with 100 votes, followed by Mohammed Amina with 94 votes and Yakubu Abukari with 81 votes.
Other candidates recorded the following scores: Kabuljeh Mayin James (80), Bilinyab B. Benson (72), Mohammed Adam (68), Nlakiya Gmabir (66), Alexander Kwassi (64), Iddrisu Imoro (60), Francis Tikabi (57), Dramani Mashahudu (51), Tahidu Abdulai (44), Yimbipuri Tanyang (25), Alidu Seidu (21), and Jibril Shani (17).
The specific executive position associated with this group of results was not indicated in the information made available.
A New Chapter for NDC in Zabzugu
The outcome of the Zabzugu Constituency executive elections marks an important moment in the party’s internal democratic process. With leadership positions decided across several portfolios, attention will now turn to the responsibility of the successful candidates to translate their electoral victories into effective leadership, grassroots mobilization, and stronger party cohesion.
Beyond the individual victories, the election presents an opportunity for the party’s newly elected executives to bridge divisions that may have emerged during the campaign, embrace their opponents, and work collectively toward shared political objectives.
As the NDC moves forward in Zabzugu, the strength of its new leadership will ultimately be measured not merely by the number of votes secured, but by its ability to unite members, respond to grassroots concerns, and build a more formidable and cohesive party.
