Malik Basintale reveals plans to run for parliament
📍 Damango
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By: Concernedcitizen
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Jul 05, 2026
Our information indicates that Malik Basintale is interested in Parliament and plans to run in the NDC Parliamentary Primaries in Damango in the next coming elections.
Malik S. S. Basintale is a prominent, dynamic figure in Ghanaian politics and public administration, known for his quick rise through the ranks of political communication. He serves as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Youth Employment Agency (YEA). Political & Professional TrajectoryYouth Employment Agency (YEA): In January 2025, President John Dramani Mahama appointed Basintale as the Acting CEO of the YEA following the resignation of the previous head. In this role, he leads national initiatives aimed at skills development, digital training, and creating sustainable job opportunities for Ghanaian youth. NDC National Leadership: He serves as the Deputy National Communications Officer for the National Democratic Congress (NDC), establishing himself as a highly visible and vocal defender of the party's platform on national television and campaigns. Early Political Career: Basintale made history in 2018 when, at just 21 years old, he was elected as the Deputy Communications Officer for the Northern Region, making him the youngest NDC regional executive at the time. Background and EducationEducation: He attended Tamale International School (where he was nominated for a presidential award for his academic performance) before heading to Prempeh College in Kumasi. He later graduated from the University of Ghana, where he studied Business Administration with a major in Banking and Finance. Student Leadership: During his university years, he was highly active in student governance, serving in the Tertiary Education Institutions Network (TEIN) of the NDC, the UG Parliament House, and the Student Representative Council (SRC) board. Traditional RecognitionReflecting his prominent status as a political communicator, he was honored by the Wa-Naa (His Royal Majesty Naa Fuseini Seidu Pelpuo IV) with the traditional title Yel-Naa, which translates to the Chief of Communication.
Malik S. S. Basintale is a prominent, dynamic figure in Ghanaian politics and public administration, known for his quick rise through the ranks of political communication. He serves as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Youth Employment Agency (YEA). Political & Professional TrajectoryYouth Employment Agency (YEA): In January 2025, President John Dramani Mahama appointed Basintale as the Acting CEO of the YEA following the resignation of the previous head. In this role, he leads national initiatives aimed at skills development, digital training, and creating sustainable job opportunities for Ghanaian youth. NDC National Leadership: He serves as the Deputy National Communications Officer for the National Democratic Congress (NDC), establishing himself as a highly visible and vocal defender of the party's platform on national television and campaigns. Early Political Career: Basintale made history in 2018 when, at just 21 years old, he was elected as the Deputy Communications Officer for the Northern Region, making him the youngest NDC regional executive at the time. Background and EducationEducation: He attended Tamale International School (where he was nominated for a presidential award for his academic performance) before heading to Prempeh College in Kumasi. He later graduated from the University of Ghana, where he studied Business Administration with a major in Banking and Finance. Student Leadership: During his university years, he was highly active in student governance, serving in the Tertiary Education Institutions Network (TEIN) of the NDC, the UG Parliament House, and the Student Representative Council (SRC) board. Traditional RecognitionReflecting his prominent status as a political communicator, he was honored by the Wa-Naa (His Royal Majesty Naa Fuseini Seidu Pelpuo IV) with the traditional title Yel-Naa, which translates to the Chief of Communication.
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