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Baba Sadiq to Nigeria: Okaikoi central youth thanks Mahama

The Okaikoi Central Youth Wing has expressed its profound gratitude to President John Dramani Mahama following the appointment of Hon. Baba Sadiq Abdulai Abu as Ghana’s High Commissioner to the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

In a statement signed by Samuel Tena Shika, Youth Organizer of Okaikoi Central, the group commended the President for his “visionary leadership and unwavering commitment to placing competent and dedicated individuals in positions of responsibility.”

“The appointment of Hon. Baba Sadiq Abdulai Abu as High Commissioner to the Federal Republic of Nigeria is a testament to his hard work, loyalty, competence, and immense contribution to the National Democratic Congress (NDC),” the statement read. “This decision reflects Your Excellency’s confidence in his ability to effectively represent Ghana’s interests and strengthen the diplomatic and bilateral ties between Ghana and Nigeria.”

The youth wing expressed confidence that the new High Commissioner would serve Ghana with “distinction, integrity, and excellence, fostering stronger cooperation, trade relations, cultural exchange, and mutual growth between our two great nations.”

Speaking on behalf of the youth wing, Shika said, “To Hon. Baba Sadiq Abdulai Abu, we, the Youth of OKC, extend our warmest congratulations on this well-deserved appointment. May this new chapter be marked by success, wisdom, and impactful service. Your dedication and perseverance have earned you this honour, and we have no doubt that you will make us proud.”

The statement concluded by commending President Mahama for the appointment and wishing Hon. Baba Sadiq success in his new role.

President John Dramani Mahama appointed Baba Sadiq Abdulai Abu as Ghana’s High Commissioner-designate to the Federal Republic of Nigeria. The appointment follows the recall of Baba Jamal, who opted to contest the Ayawaso East by-election after the passing of Member of Parliament, Nasser Mahama Toure.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs disclosed the appointment on Sunday, March 1. Baba Sadiq, the National Democratic Congress (NDC) parliamentary candidate for Okaikwei Central in the 2024 general election, is expected to represent Ghana’s interests in Nigeria and strengthen diplomatic, economic, and cultural ties between the two countries.