The Member of Parliament for the Binduri Constituency, Issifu Mahmoud, has attributed his victory in the 2024 parliamentary elections to his hard work and dedication.
Mahmoud secured the seat by defeating the NPP’s Abdulai Abanga.
He received 21,943 votes, while the incumbent garnered only 7,811 votes.
He believes that his tireless efforts and strong presence in the constituency played a key role in overcoming the only NPP seat in the Upper East Region.
Mahmoud dismissed the idea that the winds of change aided his victory, and that it was through the strategic decisions made by him and his team.
As a former police officer, Mahmoud entered Parliament as a first-time legislator.
Speaking on the Orange Sunrise with Alfa Ali, he said his motivation for running in the election stemmed from a desire to address the numerous challenges facing the constituency.
As a newcomer to Parliament, he has found the job demanding due to the significant responsibilities involved.
“People contact me, not just my constituents, but even others, because I am a member of Parliament. Even within the precincts of Parliament, people approach me and say we did the work,” he stated.
Despite the challenges he has encountered so far, the lawmaker is committed to standing firm and addressing the issues within his constituency.
He pointed out that, he helped several individuals secure employment and has improved educational opportunities by securing about 30 scholarships for constituents, among other initiatives.
Mahmoud is also optimistic that the government’s initiatives to enhance road infrastructure in deprived areas, including the Binduri Constituency, will yield positive results.
