The Headmaster of Obuasi Senior High Technical School, Zakaria Abdulai has resigned from his position as Secretary of the Juaben Constituency of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) and withdrawn his candidacy for the position of Constituency Chairman in the party’s forthcoming constituency elections.
In a letter dated October 20, 2026, and addressed to the General Secretary of the NDC at the party’s national headquarters in Accra, Mr. Abdulai announced that his resignation from the constituency secretary position takes immediate effect.
He also confirmed the immediate withdrawal of his candidacy for the chairmanship position.
Explaining his decision, Mr. Abdulai said he intends to devote his attention and resources to pursuing lawful avenues to clear his name and vindicate his position.
“At this time, I intend to devote my attention and resources to pursuing all lawful avenues to clear my name and vindicate my position,” he stated in the letter.
He added that he remains hopeful that, once the matters are resolved, he will be able to return to active political engagement and continue contributing to the ideals and aspirations of the NDC.
Despite his decision to step aside, Mr. Abdulai expressed gratitude to friends, relatives and well-wishers who supported him and maintained their faith in him during what he described as allegations levelled against him and his office.
He also thanked the NDC for the opportunity to serve the party, describing his time in office as both a privilege and an opportunity to contribute to the growth and development of the party’s political tradition.
Mr. Abdulai reaffirmed his appreciation for the party and its leadership, while asking the General Secretary to accept the assurances of his highest consideration.
Copies of the letter were sent to the National Chairman of the NDC and the Ashanti Regional Chairman of the party.
His resignation and withdrawal from the chairmanship race come ahead of the party’s forthcoming constituency elections.
