After what seemed like an unending battle with the youth wing of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the Savelugu Constituency after her nomination, Hajia Ayishetu Seidu finally gets the nod to lead constituents of the Savelugu/Nanton municipality in the Northern Region.
The accountant at the Yendi Municipal Hospital becomes the first woman since 1992 to be nominated and confirmed as the Municipal Chief Executive in Savelugu.
She joins her colleague Madam Mariam of the Sagnerigu District as two out of four women nominated and confirmed in the Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo-led administration.
Hajia Ayishetu garnered 50 out of the total votes of 64, representing 78.13 per cent of the total votes with 14 voting against her.
Her confirmation witnessed heavy security presence as aggrieved members came prepared to cause chaos.
However, the rather calmed and focused woman revealed she represents every constituent and she came in peace.
“The rain that fell right after my confirmation signifies that I come in peace, I thank all that supported me after my nomination and I pledge to work in conformity and unity with the constituents to ensure the message of hope by the president is seen in the Savelugu/Nanton District.”
Hajia Ayishetu was subsequently sworn into office by the Northern Regional Minister Salifu Saeed as she took the oath of office.
Mr Saeed cautioned her to open her doors and welcome all persons in her administration no matter their political affiliation.
“The president has asked me to tell you that from today, you represent the entire district, open your doors to everybody whether government officials or opposition members. Listen to their views and collectively take decisions, decisions should not be my say is final but everybody’s view”.
Meanwhile, voting to confirm two more females – Hajia Amama and Madam Alele of the Tolon and Bole districts respectively – would be held next week.
By Zubaida Ismail|3news.com|Savelugu, N/R|Ghana