Aspiring Eastern Regional Nasara Organiser of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Khalil Abdallah Saleh, has officially filed his nomination to contest the position, pledging to transform the party’s Nasara wing into a vibrant and influential force across the Eastern Region.
Mr. Saleh submitted his nomination forms at the NPP Regional Secretariat in Koforidua last Friday in the presence of party faithful, constituency youth organisers, and members of the Muslim and Zongo communities who turned out to show their support.
Vision
Describing his candidature as a commitment to service rather than a mere political ambition, Mr. Saleh said he was determined to build a strong and responsive Nasara structure with an active presence in every constituency across the region.
According to him, the Nasara wing must evolve beyond its traditional role and become an effective bridge between the NPP and Muslim, Zongo and other minority communities.
He observed that many of these communities had, over the years, remained on the fringes of mainstream party activities, adding that his leadership would focus on strengthening engagement, improving communication and expanding grassroots participation.
Community development
Ahead of filing his nomination, Mr. Saleh demonstrated his commitment to community development by donating essential medical equipment to the Koforidua Zongo community during activities marking the 50th anniversary of its relocation from its original settlement to its present site.
The donation comprised two baby incubators, one infant warmer and 40 thermometer guns to support maternal and child healthcare delivery.
Mr. Saleh said the gesture reflected his long-term commitment to improving the welfare of Zongo communities and ensuring they experience the tangible benefits of their association with the NPP.
Grassroots mobilisation
Outlining his vision for the Nasara wing, Mr. Saleh said he intended to establish a wellorganised, accountable and results-oriented structure across all constituencies in the Eastern Region.
He explained that such a network would strengthen the party’s grassroots outreach by ensuring regular engagement with Muslim and Zongo communities, rather than concentrating activities in regional and constituency capitals.
As part of his agenda, he pledged to mobilise Nasara youth to play active roles in election campaigns and serve as polling station agents during national elections, describing youth participation as critical to deepening the party’s support base within Muslim communities.
Mr. Saleh also stressed the importance of sustained voter education and deliberate party branding in Zongo communities. He argued that many residents were willing to engage with the NPP but often lacked regular interaction with party structures and access to accurate information about the party’s policies and programmes.
He expressed confidence that sustained community engagement and targeted educational campaigns would strengthen the party’s appeal and reinforce the message that the NPP is an inclusive political party that welcomes all Ghanaians, irrespective of their religious or social background.
By Mudasiru Abdul Yakeen, Koforidua
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