Fresh plans by Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, to join the All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the 2027 elections have been rejected by party stakeholders in the state.
The Bauchi APC caucus and stakeholders warned that his admission would undermine the party’s cohesion, credibility, and electoral chances.
Reading the resolutions after a meeting in Abuja, Senator Samaila Dahuwa Kaila said the caucus unanimously opposed Mohammed’s proposed defection.
The group noted that the governor had previously made public statements critical of the President and the APC, without retracting them or seeking reconciliation.
It added that admitting him under such circumstances would be detrimental to the party’s unity and stability in Bauchi State.
The caucus also condemned what it described as a failure to consult key stakeholders on such a significant political decision, calling the omission unacceptable and inconsistent with internal democracy.
According to the stakeholders, their position will be formally communicated to party authorities, with a demand for adherence to due process and respect for established party structures.
Reports indicate that Mohammed’s planned defection followed meetings with Bola Tinubu and APC leaders, with discussions reportedly involving a power-sharing arrangement.
However, a key sticking point remains whether the governor will be allowed to nominate his successor, an issue yet to be resolved.
Despite the opposition, Mohammed is said to have concluded plans to formally join the APC in the coming days.
By Friday Olokor
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