The Northern Regional Secretary of the Bissa Development Association, Dahaman Yahaya emerged victorious as the newly elected Regional chairman of Teachers and Educational Workers Union (TEWU) of the Trades Union Congress (TUC).
In was a landslide victory for Yahaya in the two horse race held in Tamale on October 17, as he secured an impressive 166 votes, defeating his only contender, Andulai Baba Stanley, who garnered 45 votes.
The election witnessed an enthusiastic participation of teachers and educational workers from across the region and it was the Bissa man who won the overwhelming endorsement to steer the affairs of the association for the next four years.
With extensive experience in the field, Yahaya, who is the Municipal Administrative Officer at the Sagnarigu Municipal Education in the northern Region, expressed his gratitude to the voters for their trust and confidence in his leadership abilities.
In his victory speech, he emphasised the significance of unity among members and pledged to champion the rights and welfare of teachers and educational workers throughout the region.
“I am deeply honoured to have been elected as the chairman of the Northern Regional Branch of TEWU. I will work tirelessly to address the concerns and challenges faced by our dedicated educators and ensure their voices are heard,” Yahaya stated passionately.
The electoral process was conducted with the utmost transparency and fairness, demonstrating the commitment to democracy and the importance of union representation.
Yahaya’s victory signifies a new era of representation and advocacy for the Northern Region’s educators and educational workers. As the newly elected chairman, he plans to prioritise issues such as fair wages, improved working conditions, and opportunities for professional development within the field of education.
The result of this election marks an important milestone in the collective efforts of TEWU to strengthen the union’s presence and impact across the Northern Region. With Dahaman Yahaya at the helm, the region’s educators can expect a more cohesive and focused approach towards addressing their needs and concerns.
The TEWU leadership congratulated both candidates for their spirited campaigns and encouraged all members to come together under Chairman Dahaman Yahaya’s leadership to work towards advancing the rights and well-being of teachers and educational workers in the Northern Region.
As the new chairman assumes his responsibilities, there is renewed hope and optimism among the members of TEWU that their concerns will receive the attention they deserve. With Dahaman Yahaya’s appointment, the Northern Regional Branch of TEWU is poised to become a strong advocate for educational workers and a force to be reckoned with in shaping the future of education in the region.
Story by Abdul Malik Guerni
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