Security tightened as seven vie for Bauchi APC governorship ticket
Seven aspirants are contesting in the All Progressives Congress governorship primary in Bauchi State amid heavy security. Two contenders withdrew from the race, each citing different reasons. Supporters of Dr. Bala Wunti have voiced strong confidence in his candidacy and the primary process. The event is seen as pivotal for the party’s future in Bauchi.
Key takeaways
- Security operatives were deployed at the APC office in Bauchi as the primary began.
- The seven aspirants include Dr. Bala Wunti, Mohammed Abubakar, Yusuf Tuggar, Yakubu Abdullahi, Kabiru Babama’aji, Baba Abubakar, and Nura Soro.
- Sunusi Magaji stepped down in support of Mohammed Abubakar, while Shehu Buba withdrew, alleging breaches in the primary process.
- A coalition supporting Dr. Bala Wunti urged party members to back him, citing his leadership qualities.
- The group expressed confidence in the party’s leadership and the primary process despite ongoing controversies.
