The Member of Parliament (MP) for Tolon Constituency in the Northern Region, Alhaji Habib Iddrisu has recognised some sixty (60) persons for their meritorious contributions to the Tolon District.

The awardees, according to him, are people who have impacted lives and contributed their quotas to the development of the district and constituency.

“The maiden edition of the Soyalana Excellent Service Awards ceremony was held for distinguished, hardworking men and women across the Tolon constituency who were honored for their exemplary service to their communities and constituency”, he explained.

The First Deputy Majority Whip, who has always prioritised the constituency’s development, gave recipients tabletop fridges, laptops, television sets, motorbikes and citations.

Alhaji Habib Iddrisu also reiterated his resolve to prioritize the development of the area by ensuring that the infrastructure and human capacity of the constituency are developed for the benefit of all.

“We can only succeed by being united irrespective of our political differences. This is the reason why I am calling on everyone to contribute his or her quota to the development of the area by giving off their best”, he admonished.

Before and upon assumption of office, the NPP MP had empowered women in the constituency with the provision of start-up capital while granting scholarships to several students.