The race for the National Democratic Congress (NDC) parliamentary ticket in Tamale Central has taken another defining turn as Lawyer Sadat Haruna Alhassan, popularly known as Sadat Joeker, has officially declared his intention to contest, adding both weight and momentum to what is fast becoming one of the most keenly watched political battles in the constituency.
A seasoned legal practitioner with deep roots in mathematics, law, and insurance, Sadat brings to the table a unique blend of intellectual versatility and professional rigor. His declaration, coming at a time when the constituency is searching for the next face to carry forward its legacy, positions him as a candidate whose profile straddles both the academic and political spheres.
His educational journey is nothing short of extraordinary. With an LLM in Maritime Law from the University of Ghana and ongoing doctoral research in Applied Mathematics at the University for Development Studies (UDS), Sadat has established himself as a scholar of rare breadth. He also holds a Bachelor of Laws degree from the University of London, an MSc and BSc in Mathematics from the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), as well as the Professional Law Course from the Ghana School of Law. Beyond these, he has built a firm foundation in insurance, acquiring a Diploma from the Ghana Insurance College while pursuing an Advanced Diploma with the Chartered Insurance Institute (CII), UK. His academic record extends even further with a Teacher Training Certificate ‘A’ from Bagabaga Training College in Tamale and two Advanced Executive Mastery Certificates in Business Administration and Enterprise Leadership from the Graduate School of Governance and Leadership, Accra, specializing in Oil and Gas Management, and Marketing and Sales.
To many observers, this rare combination of disciplines makes Sadat Joeker an exceptional contender, one capable of navigating the demanding landscape of law-making while simultaneously shaping development policy for Tamale Central. Yet his credentials are not confined to the classroom. Known for his active role in community service and grassroots mobilization, he has earned the respect of party faithful and constituents alike as a figure deeply connected to the everyday realities of the people.
In his declaration, Lawyer Sadat pledged to uphold and strengthen the legacy of Tamale Central in Parliament, with a firm focus on education, youth empowerment, and economic opportunities—priorities that resonate strongly with the aspirations of his constituents.
The stakes could not be higher. Tamale Central has long stood as a bastion of the NDC, producing legislators of influence and stature. With incumbent MP Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed widely acknowledged for his strong contributions but facing possible succession, the upcoming primaries promise a test not just of loyalty and legacy, but of vision and competence.
As the NDC readies itself for this crucial contest, Sadat Haruna Alhassan’s entry injects both competition and anticipation into the race. Delegates and constituents are now confronted with a compelling choice: whether to reward legal brilliance, academic distinction, and grassroots service in one man, or to look elsewhere in a constituency where politics has always carried the weight of history.
All eyes remain fixed on Tamale Central, where the decision of a few will echo far beyond the constituency, shaping both the fortunes of the NDC and the trajectory of Ghana’s
