The Arise Youth, a pressure group in the Bole Municipality has been advised against resorting to confrontational actions in the wake of their disapproval of the MCE nominee for the area, Abdulai Mahmud.
This admonishment was contained in a statement issued by the president of the Gonjaland Youth Association, Al-hassan Baba Darison.
Mr. Darison in the statement urged concerned individuals, particularly the youth to remain calm and measured in their actions.
“We recognize the genuine passion and commitment of our youth to the development and future of Bole. However, we respectfully urge all concerned individuals, particularly the youth, to remain calm and measured in their actions during this period”.
Further, he revealed that the association is engaging all relevant stakeholders to bring an amicable solution to the matter.
“As an association committed to peace, development, and unity in Gonjaland, we are currently engaging all relevant stakeholders, including traditional authorities, political leaders, and government officials, to ensure that the matter is resolved amicably and in the best interest of Bole”.
In addition, the GLYA expressed its commitment to advocating for fairness, transparency, and the well-being of the people.
Background
Mr. Abdulai Mahmud was on Wednesday, April 23, 2025 nominated as the MCE for Bole much to the elation of his kinsmen.
But his nomination was met with resistance by a pressure group known as “The Arise Youth” of Bole.
The group among other things, mention non participation in party activities as one of their many reasons.
The youth group expressed strong disappointment in the president’s choice and called on him to reconsider his decision.
