Prof. Seidu Alidu Triumphs in Tamale Central NDC Primary, Secures 840 Votes

In a highly anticipated contest, Prof. Seidu Alidu, an Associate Professor and Head of the Political Science Department at the University of Ghana, has emerged victorious in the Tamale Central NDC parliamentary primary. Prof. Alidu received 840 votes from a total of 1,551 delegates, securing his position as the party's candidate for the upcoming by-election.

Alidu defeated 11 other aspirants, with his closest competitor, Abdul Hannan Gundado, garnering 536 votes. Other contenders received significantly lower vote totals, including Dr. Seidu Fiter Mohammed (44 votes), Ing. Aliu Abdul Hamid (23 votes), and several others, each with single-digit votes.

Certified Results:

Prof. Seidu Alidu Mahama — 840 votes
Abdul Hannan Gundado — 536 votes
Dr. Seidu Fiter Mohammed — 44 votes
Ing. Aliu Abdul Hamid — 23 votes
Alhassan Mbalba — 10 votes
Dr. Abdul Rahaman Rashid — 9 votes
Sadat Haruna — 9 votes
Alhassan Osman Gomda (Naa Simani) — 7 votes
Shamima Yakubu — 5 votes
Mariama Naana Salifu — 5 votes
Prof. Abdul Razak Abubakari — 4 votes
Muleika Salisu — 3 votes

Total votes cast: 1,511
Rejected ballots: 1
Total delegates: 1,551

Ahead of the election, the NDC in the Northern Region implemented strict measures to ensure a transparent and orderly process. Dr. Arnold Mashud Abukari, the Director of Elections and IT for the region, confirmed the deployment of 250 joint security personnel and the use of QR-code-enabled tags for delegates to prevent any irregularities.

This election was held in the wake of the tragic death of the constituency's former Member of Parliament, Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed, who passed away in a military helicopter crash on August 6. With this victory, Prof. Alidu is now set to represent the NDC in the crucial Tamale Central by-election on September 30, 2025, where the party aims to retain the seat.

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