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NDC vets aspirants in the Tamale Central Primaries: Prof. Alidu Seidu Picks 1 on the Ballot

Published : 31 August 2025

The vetting Committee of NDC has concluded vetting the Aspirants contesting the Tamale Central NDC Primaries, vying to fill the void after the sudden demise of the late MP of the Constituency, Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed in a helicopter crash.

All the 12 Aspirants who returned their nomination forms for submission on Monday August 28, took their turn to go through the vetting process smoothly.

Leading the NDC’s vetting Committee to vet the Aspirants was the Deputy General Secretary in charge of Operations, Barbara
Asamoah. Other Members on the vetting panel were, Northern Regional Minister, Ali Adolf Mburidiba, Northern Regional Secretary, Mohammed Abdul Salam Gulbia, and legal representative on the panel, Lawyer Terror.

The vetting process which lasted in less than 2 hours took place at the Regional Coordinating Council in Tamale on Sunday, 31st August, 2025.

Balloting was conducted for the Aspirants immediately after the vetting process to determine their positions on the ballot. At the end of the process, Professor Alidu Seidu Mahama picked the number 1 spot, followed by Mariama Naana Salifu on the second spot on the ballot.

Other Frontrunners such as Dr. Seidu Fiter Mohammed, Hon.Abdul Hannan Gundado, will be number 6 and 12 on the ballot respectively.

Barring any last minute changes, this will be positions of aspirants on ballot on 6th September, 2025, in the elections after a smooth and peaceful balloting process .

  1. Prof.Alidu Seidu Mahama
  2. Mariama Naana Salifu
    1. Ing. Aliu Abdul Hamid
    2. Prof.Abdul Razak Abubakari
    3. Shamima Yakubu
    4. Dr. Seidu Fiter Mohammed
    5. Dr. Abdul Rahaman Rashid
    6. Muleika Salisu
    7. Alhassan Osman Gomda (Naa Simani)
  3. Alhassan Mbalba
    1. Sadat Haruna
    2. Abdul Hannan Gundado

Addressing the Media, the Deputy General Secretary of the NDC, Barbra Asamoah who led the vetting process on behalf of the National Executives touted the process as fair and smooth, recognizing the credentials and contributions of aspirants towards the success of the party, stating further that all the Aspirants are qualified to contest for the elections as none of them will be disqualified from the contest owing to their unblemished record during the process so far.

Story by: Inusah Dondaliya

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Sankara Nationals FC Clinches Win at Yapei FC to Take Top Spot in Zone 1A

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Published : 11 October 2025

Published at: 7:37Pm

By Saibu Terry

In a Pulsating match at the Jinapor Stadium on Saturday, October 11, 2025, Sankara Nationals FC secured a hard-fought victory over Yapei FC, moving them to the top of the Access Bank Division One League Zone 1A standings.

The visitors took the lead just before halftime when midfield maestro Mohammed Salis Toufick’s strike to give Sankara Nationals a 1-0 advantage at the break.

Earlier in the game, Yapei FC was awarded a penalty in the 35th minute, but Sankara Nationals’ goalkeeper Kalala made a spectacular save to deny the home side.

In the second half, Yapei FC pushed hard for an equalizer, but Sankara Nationals’ defense held firm. The Yendi-based club’s resilience paid off, earning them a narrow win.

With this victory, Sankara Nationals FC now tops Zone 1A after 3 matches with two wins one draw with 7 points.

Coach Mohammed Bashiru Joe Baah’s side will look to build on this momentum in their upcoming match at the Yendi youth resource center against Northern city Fc.

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Sheihu Dalhu Celebrates UDS, Presents Giant Trophy to the Team

Leader of Ahlul Bayt and Shia Community in Northern Region, Sheihu Abdul Mumin Dalhu has presented a giant glittering trophy to UDS Football Team in honor of their glory at the World Universities Game in Dalian, China.

While the players were sharing their reflections of their remarkable success on Sagani TV’s ‘GAME DAY’ Sports Program in Saturday, 11th October, 2025, the Prominent Islamic Cleric, took everyone by surprise including the producers and host of the program, joining the playing body LIVE in the studio to celebrate their feat and presented them with the trophy as surprise package for their performance.

He also presented a Wrist watch to the Head of the Technical team, Coach Shaibu Tanko as appreciation for guiding the side to chalk such a success.

The gesture by Sheihu Dalhu demonstrates joy the University has brought to the people of the North through sports, representing pride and recognizing the need to reward hard work.

Before the presentation, Sheihu Dalhu lauded players for their bravery and fighting spirits, exalting their patriotism which served as catalyst to their deserved triumph, emphasizing that they should continue to exudes patriotism in every endeavor as it is a pillar for success in life.

The revered Islamic Scholar also re-echoed the voices of some advocates that the University for Development Studies deserves to have its own stadium to further harness talents for the nation.

On behalf of the team, the captain of the side, Mohammed Asigri thanked the Zongo Chief in Tamale for the enormous gesture done them.

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2025 Best Graduating Law Student is the Daughter of A.B.A Fuseini

Latifa Teiya Fuseini was emerged as the Overall Best Graduating Student of the Ghana School, the Class of 2025.

Among the 824 Lawyers who have been called to the Bar today at the ceremony held in Accra Conference center, Latifa Teiya Fuseini rose above all to become best graduating student through excellence academic work, due diligence and meticulousness.

She received John Mensah Sarbah memorial prize, the highest honor for the best graduating student, becoming the third student from KNUST to win the award in a row.

Going viral following her emergence with flying colors as the Overall best learner of the Law during the graduation, many have been itching to know her background and the stuff she made of to wet their appetite.

In a quest to satisfying the demand of the curious minds on the subject matter, Ghananewsnet.com has delved deeper into ascertaining the personality of Latifa Teiya Fuseini.

With authority and certainty, Ghananewsnet.com can Divulge that she comes from the home of knowledge, wisdom and Proverbs as she is a daughter to A.B.A Fuseini, a Ghanaian seasoned Politician and Former MP for Sagnarigu Constituency, known for his proverbial pronouncement and prowess in every context especially on his public commentary.

Born in Accra, she is the second child amongst four siblings sharing Biological ties with Hon. A.B.A Fuseini. Latifa Teiya is believed to be in her mid 20s now.

Before joining the Ghana School of Law to pursue her law studies, she acquired her LLB from KNUST.

Story by: Inusah Dondaliya

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