Alhaji Iddrisu Mustapha seeks NDC Western Regional Vice Chairman role

Alhaji Iddrisu Mustapha is seeking to become Western Regional Vice Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), with his campaign highlighting a background in education, energy policy and corporate affairs.

Mustapha, known by the initials AIM, currently serves as Principal Corporate Affairs Officer at the Minerals Development Fund, according to his profile. He assumed the position in May 2026.

His supporters argue that his professional experience and international exposure would contribute to the party’s administration and organisational development in the Western Region.

From teaching to energy management

Mustapha attended Nuriya English and Arabic Basic School before proceeding to Business Senior Secondary School (BISCO) in Tamale, where he pursued his Senior Secondary School Certificate between 1993 and 1995.

He subsequently trained as a teacher at E.P. Training College, completing the programme in 1999.

In 2007, he obtained a Bachelor of Education in Social Sciences from the University of Cape Coast. He majored in Management and minored in Accounting, graduating with Second Class Upper honours.

He later pursued a Master of Science in Energy Management, specialising in the Oil and Gas route, at Robert Gordon University in Aberdeen, United Kingdom. According to his profile, he graduated with merit in 2012.

His master’s research examined the promotion of solar cooling technology in commercial and residential buildings in Ghana, with the aim of reducing reliance on the national electricity grid for cooling.

Experience in education and public policy

Mustapha’s career has included roles in education administration, energy research and the natural resources sector.

From 2007 to 2012, he served as Deputy Regional Manager of Schools at the Islamic Education Unit of the Ghana Education Service.

He later worked as an Energy Policy Analyst at the Energy Policy and Research Institute, a civil society organisation, between 2015 and 2022.

His supporters cite these roles, alongside his current corporate affairs position, as experience relevant to public administration, communications and stakeholder engagement.

Climate and international programmes

Mustapha’s profile also lists participation in programmes focused on energy, environmental sustainability and enterprise development.

In 2018, he attended the International Summer School at the University of Oslo in Norway, obtaining a certificate in Energy, Environment and Social Change.

He completed Climate Reality Leadership Corps training in 2021 through the initiative founded by former United States Vice President Al Gore.

His professional development also includes an International Executive

Development Programme in Communication Skills and Promotion of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises at the National Institute for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises in Hyderabad, India.

In 2025, he participated in the Global Conference on Biodiversity Conservation and Climate Mitigation in Santa Clara, California.

His profile further lists participation in “Energy: Ensuring Africa Electrifies in a World of Shocks”, organised by Unstoppable Africa and the Global Africa Business Initiative as a side event of the 80th United Nations General Assembly in New York.

He also served as a coordinator or organiser of a separate high-level side event on strengthening Africa’s financial architecture and participated in the ninth NYC Green School Conference.

Further study and political ambitions

According to his profile, Mustapha secured admission to pursue a PhD in Energy and Power at Cranfield University in the United Kingdom. The programme is reportedly on hold because of financial constraints.

His campaign presents this interest in further study as part of a commitment to continued professional development.

Under the slogans “People Servant”, “AIM4Power” and “The Obvious Choice”, Mustapha is positioning himself as a candidate whose education and work experience can support service to the party.

His supporters say his background offers a perspective on issues including energy security, natural-resource governance, employment and sustainable development.