The New Patriotic Party (NPP) is preparing for its parliamentary primaries across the country in constituencies with sitting Members of Parliament.
In the Northern region, several incumbent MPs are being challenged by competitors.
Some of the most significant races to pay attention to in the primaries are Yendi, where Farouk Aliu Mahama (the son of former Vice President Aliu Mahama) is running for the seat, and Bimbilla, where Defense Minister Dominic Nitiwul is seeking re-election.
In the Bimbilla race, Nitiwul’s chief rival is Alhaji Nuhu Razuk, who has accused the constituency executives of being biased and putting pressure on delegates to back the incumbent. Razuk has petitioned the regional and national executives to intervene and ensure an even playing field.
Nitiwul, on the other hand, is supported by the Municipal Chief Executive, Abdulai Yaqoub, who praised Nitiwul’s achievements and urged voters to keep him in office.
In Yendi, Hajia Abibata Saani, the CEO of Masloc, has re-joined the race after withdrawing earlier.
She said she wants to offer better representation to the people of Yendi and asked for their support. She also reached out to her opponent, Farouk Aliu Mahama, and the party, reminding them of her loyalty and contributions.
The Elections Committee has advised the aspirants to be mindful of their messages and avoid any negative campaigning, as they are all members of the same party.
The results of the NPP primaries will determine the party’s chances of winning or retaining these strategic constituencies in the 2024 general elections.
