Filed by: Hafiz Timbile Adams
Former NPP Upper West Regional Deputy Organiser and 2020 Wa East Parliamentary Candidate, Hon. Salifu Yakubu, has declared his intention to contest the party’s parliamentary primaries in the constituency ahead of the 2028 general elections.
His declaration comes as the NPP requires prospective parliamentary aspirants to formally declare their intention to contest from ahead of the opening of nominations between, as part of the party’s internal electoral preparations.
Per the Party’s directive, interested persons must declare their intent at a non-refundable fee of 5,000 cedis from November 1 to November 10, 2026.
After fulfilling this requirement, Mr Yakubu said his decision was informed by calls from constituents and his commitment to strengthening the party’s grassroots structures, promoting internal cohesion and improving the NPP’s electoral prospects in Wa East.
He indicated that although the party is yet to formally open nominations, he was making his intentions known early to rally support and contribute to efforts to reposition the NPP for victory in the constituency.
Mr Yakubu brings to the contest experience in party organisation, having served as the NPP’s Upper West Regional Deputy Organiser before representing the party as its parliamentary candidate in the 2020 general elections.
He said his decision to seek the party’s mandate was rooted in humility, dedication and a strong desire to serve, adding that his focus would be on building a united and vibrant party capable of reclaiming the Wa East parliamentary seat.
“Now is the time to unite. Now is the time to energise our base. Now is the time to bring our seat back to NPP,” he declared.
The former parliamentary candidate called on party members and supporters to rally behind his ambition, while seeking their encouragement, guidance and support as he works towards securing the party’s parliamentary ticket.
He further stressed the need for collective action in strengthening the party’s structures and fostering unity among members, suggesting that internal cohesion would be critical to the NPP’s chances of regaining the constituency in 2028.
His declaration sets the stage for the NPP’s parliamentary primary contest in Wa East, although the party is yet to officially open nominations for the process.
