One person has been arrested following confusion at the Northern Regional delegates conference of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) over the declaration of results for the position of Regional Treasurer.
The confusion erupted after Mohammed Suhuyini Sulemana was declared winner with 298 votes, defeating his closest contender, Alhassan Osman Gomda, who polled 292 votes — a difference of six votes.
However, supporters of Mr Gomda rejected the results and expressed dissatisfaction with the declaration, creating tension at the conference venue.
The disagreement disrupted the declaration process as some supporters questioned the outcome of the election.
The situation escalated, resulting in the destruction of chairs and tables, while security personnel reportedly beat some of the agitated supporters.
One person was arrested, while others fled the scene to avoid arrest.
The declaration process was suspended for about five minutes before calm was restored and proceedings continued.
Wumbei elected Regional Chairman
Meanwhile, Godfred Apasinaba Wumbei has been elected the Northern Regional Chairman of the NDC after securing 328 votes.
He defeated his closest contender, Tanko Maida, who polled 236 votes, while Abdul-Hamid Alhassan Gbewaa came third with 27 votes.
Other results
In the contest for Regional Secretary, Prof. Abukari Wumbei secured 317 votes to defeat Abdallah Baba Abukari, who polled 272 votes.
Iddrisu Hardi Pagazaa also won the Deputy Regional Secretary position with 295 votes, beating Salim Abubakari, who polled 164 votes.
Other elected executives include Sadik Mohammed, Vice Chairman; Majeed Zakaria, Organiser; Mohammed Abdul Rahman, Deputy Organiser; Mohammed Mashud Abiola, Deputy Treasurer; Abdallah Abu-Safianu, Deputy Communications Officer; and Mumuni Mohammed, Zongo Caucus representative.
