
APC group rejects Bauchi governor’s planned defection
A faction within the All Progressives Congress has voiced strong opposition to the reported plan by Bala Mohammed, the Bauchi State Governor, to leave the Peoples Democratic Party for the APC. The APC Solidarity Group & Allied Associations in Bauchi State released a statement outlining their concerns and reasons for rejecting his potential admission. They submitted a petition to the APC National Chairman, Nentawe Yilwatda, detailing their objections. The group emphasized the importance of party unity and cautioned against internal instability.
Key takeaways
- The APC Solidarity Group & Allied Associations opposes Bala Mohammed joining the APC from the PDP.
- A petition was sent to Nentawe Yilwatda, listing ten reasons against admitting the governor.
- Concerns include the governor’s alleged public criticism of the APC and Bola Tinubu’s administration, and accusations against the APC-led Federal Government.
- The group cited declining public goodwill, internal rivalries, trust issues, and potential instability as reasons for their stance.
- They called on the APC national leadership to focus on unity and strengthening the party’s position in Bauchi State and nationwide.