Bauchi governor weighs options as defection plans stall
Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State is delaying his planned defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the African Democratic Congress (ADC). The PDP has attributed the delay to ongoing consultations and the governor’s desire to avoid making a hasty political move. A committee has been set up to assess the best course of action for the governor and his supporters. Party leaders emphasize that the PDP remains united despite the uncertainty.
What we know
- Bala Mohammed has announced plans to defect from the PDP but is holding off due to ongoing consultations.
- The PDP’s Publicity Secretary, Dayyabu Chiroma, said the governor is carefully weighing his options to avoid a wrong move.
- A committee, chaired by Deputy Governor Auwal Jatau, has been formed to evaluate the implications of defection and recommend the best political path.
- The committee includes representatives from the national and state assemblies, commissioners, party executives, and local government chairmen.
- Party leaders insist the PDP remains strong and united while awaiting the committee’s recommendations.
