Supporters call for review of Bauchi APC governorship selection
Supporters of Yusuf Tuggar, former Minister of Foreign Affairs, are urging the All Progressives Congress (APC) to review its governorship candidate selection process in Bauchi State. The Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar Foundation claims that no primary election was conducted and challenges the legitimacy of Mohammed Abubakar’s declaration as candidate. The group has formally written to the APC national leadership, raising concerns about the party’s unity and prospects. They argue that addressing the issue could help prevent defections and strengthen the APC ahead of the next election.
What we know
- The Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar Foundation sent a letter dated June 2, 2026, to the APC national chairman, contesting the governorship selection process.
- The foundation alleges that no governorship primary election took place in Bauchi State and calls the declaration of a winner unfounded.
- Shehu Barau, secretary of the foundation, criticized Mohammed Abubakar’s self-declaration as unusual and lacking official party confirmation.
- The group warns that dissatisfaction and defections could weaken the APC if the situation is not addressed.
- They advocate for power rotation, noting that Katagum Division, where Yusuf Tuggar is from, has not produced a governor since 1983.
