In a landmark achievement, Alhassan Umar of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) has been elected Member of Parliament for the Zabzugu Constituency, ending a 16-year drought for the party in the area. This victory marks a significant turning point for the NDC, reclaiming a seat that had eluded them for over a decade and a half.
Hon. Alhassan Umar expressed profound gratitude to his supporters and campaign team for their tireless efforts during the Presidential and Parliamentary elections. In a heartfelt statement, he lauded the dedication of the Constituency Executives, polling station Executives, ward coordinators, party agents, and voters, acknowledging their indispensable role in his victory.
He extended special thanks to the Regional Chairman and key party figures, including Alhaji Huudu Yahaya, Hon. Lawyer Inusah Fuseini, H.E Hajia Boya, Dr. Ahmed Alhassan Yakubu, and Mr. Joe Maraa, for their unwavering support. Hon. Alhassan also recognized the strategic contributions of Hon. Haruna Iddrisu, the former Minority Leader, and the National Chairman, Hon. Asiedu Nketiah, in ensuring the party’s success.
Reflecting on the challenges the NDC faced in the Zabzugu Constituency, Hon. Alhassan noted a historical decline in votes over the past 16 years, largely due to limited external support. Despite these hurdles, he expressed optimism about consolidating the victory beyond 2028 and re-establishing the constituency as an NDC stronghold.
Hon. Alhassan also praised the professionalism and neutrality of the security personnel during the elections and commended the chiefs for their impartiality and support. He pledged to serve the community with dedication and integrity, emphasizing his commitment to working closely with local stakeholders to bring development to the constituency.
The MP-elect highlighted the critical role of the silent majority of party supporters, whose prayers, hard work, and commitment were pivotal to the NDC’s national victory. He called for continued support and cooperation to enable him to effectively deliver on his mandate and bring progress to Zabzugu.
As a former Member of Parliament for Zabzugu, Hon. Alhassan Umar’s return to represent the NDC symbolizes a resurgence of the party’s influence in the constituency. His victory is not only a personal triumph but also a significant boost for the NDC in Northern Ghana.
Hon. Alhassan reiterated his dedication to the people of Zabzugu and appealed for unity and collective effort to ensure sustained development and prosperity for the constituency.
Source: Alidu Issifu Laabandow/zaaradio.com
