I’ll seek re-election ; Haruna Iddrisu
The Minister of Employment and Labour Relations, Mr Haruna Iddrisu, has dismissed rumours making rounds in his constituency that he will not be seeking re-election in the next parliamentary elections set for 2016.
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The Tamale South MP, who is one of the longest serving Members of Parliament in the Northern Region, is said to be planning a political life outside Parliament.
But addressing members of his constituency at separate ceremonies in Dalogyili, Fuoshegu and Adubiliyili, Mr Iddrisu announced his intention to seek re-election.
He thanked members of his constituency for their support, encouragement and the trust they had reposed in him as their representative in Parliament.
Haruna Iddrisu also commended his constituents for the religious tolerance and peace in the area.
He presented assorted drinks, bags of rice and GH¢1,500 to them to help them celebrate Christmas.
The Tamale South MP assured the inhabitants that President Mahama was working very hard to address the challenges confronting the nation.
He said the extension of electricity to many communities in the constituency and the commencement of work to upgrade roads in the area demonstrated the government's commitment to open up the area and bring development and prosperity to the people.
