Awal Mohammed, a seasoned communications expert, has thrown his hat into the ring to become the National Nasara Organiser for the New Patriotic Party (NPP). He filed his nomination on August 25, with a promise to strengthen Nasara structures and mobilise Zongo communities across the country in the lead-up to the 2028 elections.
Nasara Wing Needs Stronger Structures, Says Mohammed
According to Mohammed, the Nasara Wing has been hindered by the lack of a system to properly track members, particularly students involved in the wing on university campuses. He pointed out that the absence of a national coordinator has made it difficult to maintain accurate information on its members. "We have the Nasara Wing on the campus, but unfortunately, we do not track them," he said.
Mohammed, who has been a member of the NPP's communications team, believes his experience makes him the right person to lead the newly rebranded Nasara Wing. He has been at the forefront of the party's communication efforts within Zongo communities and has served as a spokesperson on issues relating to the party and the communities.
Communicating the Party's Message
Mohammed said one of his main priorities would be to establish effective structures for the Nasara Wing from the grassroots upwards. He identified the need for stronger and more effective communication to ensure that communities are fully aware of the policies, programmes, and projects implemented by the NPP. He cited his experience in the NPP's communications team, including his work engaging international media outlets, as evidence of his ability to communicate the party's message effectively.
He said he is regularly called upon to speak on behalf of the party in Hausa for international media organisations including the BBC, VOA, and DW. "Even today in this party, as a national communications team, if they need someone to speak to the BBC, Hausa, VOA, or DW, I am called to do it," he said.
Mobilising Support in Zongo Communities
Mohammed's ultimate objective is to strengthen the Nasara Wing's organisation and use it to mobilise support in Zongo communities ahead of the 2028 elections. He said establishing structures, maintaining accurate membership data, and communicating the party's message would be central to his plans if elected. He also expressed confidence that his experience and knowledge of the communities would enable him to contribute to the party's organisational development.
What's Next for Mohammed's Campaign?
Mohammed's nomination has set the stage for a keenly contested election within the NPP. The party's delegates will now have to vet his candidacy before the elections can proceed. If elected, Mohammed plans to start work on the ground to strengthen the Nasara Wing's organisation and mobilise support in Zongo communities. His campaign promises to bring a fresh perspective to the party's communication efforts and provide a stronger voice for the Nasara Wing. Only time will tell if he will be successful in his bid to become the National Nasara Organiser.
Source: Joy Online
