Alhaji Ali Abubakar, also known as "Soldierman," has been elected as the new Bono East Regional Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC). He won the position with 155 votes, defeating the incumbent chairman Unas Owusu who secured 118 votes. The elections were held at the Nkoranza Technical Institute on Saturday and were conducted by the Regional Electoral Commission officer Dr Gabriel Dei Yeboah.
The elections saw a total of 398 delegates voting, with over 400 police personnel providing security. Despite a delay in voting due to the late arrival of some delegates, the process proceeded peacefully with no incidents reported during the counting of ballots. Dr Gabriel Dei Yeboah announced the results and congratulated the successful candidates, commending delegates for their peaceful conduct throughout the exercise.
The election of Alhaji Abubakar marks the end of Unas Owusu's tenure as regional chairman, a position he had held since the creation of the Bono East Region. The new chairman has pledged to work with all members of the party, including those who lost the elections, to strengthen the NDC in the region. He thanked the Electoral Commission, the Ghana Police Service, the media, and other stakeholders for their roles in ensuring the peaceful conduct of the elections.
The regional executive elections also resulted in changes to several other positions, with a number of incumbents losing their bids for re-election. New executives were elected for the positions of Regional Secretary, Deputy Secretary, First and Second Vice Chairmen, Treasurer, Deputy Treasurer, Women's Organizer, and Deputy Youth Organizer. The Zongo Caucus Coordinator and Deputy Regional Communications Officer positions were uncontested.
In his acceptance speech, Alhaji Abubakar emphasized his commitment to working with all party members to achieve success. He stated that he would work with those who lost the elections to ensure the party's success in the region. The new chairman's election was welcomed by the Regional Electoral Commission officer, who praised the delegates for their peaceful conduct during the exercise.
The Bono East NDC regional executive elections were closely watched, as they were part of a broader process of electing new regional executives across the country. The NDC party has been working to strengthen its presence in various regions, and the election of new executives is seen as a key part of this effort. Alhaji Abubakar's election as regional chairman is expected to bring new leadership and energy to the party in the Bono East Region.
The outcome of the elections has been welcomed by various stakeholders, who have congratulated Alhaji Abubakar on his election as the new regional chairman. The NDC party is expected to build on the momentum generated by the elections to strengthen its presence in the region and prepare for future elections. Key challenges facing the party include building a strong and cohesive leadership team and working to address the concerns of party members and supporters.
Key points
- Alhaji Ali Abubakar was elected as the new Bono East NDC regional chairman with 155 votes.
- The elections saw a total of 398 delegates voting, with over 400 police personnel providing security.
- The new chairman has pledged to work with all party members to strengthen the NDC in the region.
