UDA’s Ahmed Maalim Hassan Wins Banissa By-Election.

By Adan Mohamed - Reporter

November 18, 2025 - The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) candidate Ahmed Maalim Hassan has been declared the winner of the Banissa Constituency by-election, securing 10,431 votes to defeat his closest rival, Nurdin Maalim Mohamed of the UPA party, who garnered 1,240 votes.

The victory cements UDA’s strong foothold in Banissa after an extensive and energetic campaign effort in the region. The announcement, made shortly after midnight, sparked celebrations across Banissa as residents expressed renewed hope for effective representation in Parliament after nearly three years without an MP.

In his acceptance speech, MP-elect Ahmed Maalim Hassan thanked residents for their strong support, saying the people of Banissa had endured a long period of uncertainty. “Three years of waiting is now over. It is time to deliver services to our people and restore their trust,” he said.

He also extended an olive branch to his opponent, urging them to accept the results and join him in working together for unity and development in the constituency. Ahmed noted that his first priority once sworn into office would be to unite all communities in Banissa and champion peace as a foundation for progress.

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Mandera Senator Ali Roba congratulated the people of Banissa for maintaining peace throughout the election period and turning out to vote responsibly. Mandera Governor Mohamed Adan Khalif welcomed the outcome, expressing relief that the burden of representing Banissa residents at the national level is now lifted.

“As a county leadership, we are grateful that Banissa finally has its rightful representation in Parliament,” the governor said. He further applauded the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) for conducting a credible, transparent and peaceful by-election.

The Banissa parliamentary seat fell vacant following the death of former MP Kullow Maalim Hassan. The constituency has 81 polling stations and 32,000 registered voters.