Bala Mohammed dumps PDP for APM, plans 2027 Senate bid as Makinde-led faction convenes NEC meeting in Abuja.
- +Makinde PDP Holds NEC Meeting As Bala Mohammed Defects To APM, Eyes Senate Seat
- +NDC Says Its Doors Are Open to Former Anambra, Kano Govs, Others
Governor Mohammed, who announced his defection on Saturday after a high-level meeting with stakeholders from the state, said the decision followed extensive consultations, describing it as a responsible step to provide Bauchi citizens with a viable political alternative amid what he described as an unusual and challenging situation.
Governor Mohammed, who announced his defection on Saturday after a high-level meeting with stakeholders from the state, said the decision followed extensive consultations, describing it as a responsible step to provide Bauchi citizens with a viable political alternative amid what he described as an unusual and challenging situation.
He described the situation within the PDP as “complex and uncertain,” noting that efforts to restore stability in the party had failed to produce results.
He emphasised that the move to APM was a “strategic repositioning” aimed at securing political victory and ensuring continuity in governance.
The governor also announced his ambition to contest the Bauchi South senatorial seat in the 2027 general election.
Meanwhile, the National Chairman of the APM, Alhaji Yusuf Mamman Dantalle, has welcomed the governor, describing him as a true democrat.
He said the party operates on the principles of integrity, sacrifice, and service, with its slogan “Nigeria First.”
NDC Says Its Doors Are Open to Former Anambra, Kano Govs, Others
In an explanatory press statement issued on Saturday, the Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the NDC, Abdulsalam, said his earlier comments to a journalist on the possible movement of Obi and Kwankwaso were misinterpreted and sensationalised in some sections of the media.
While noting that there was no official confirmation of any imminent defection, he explained that “The hierarchy of the NDC shall continue to keep its doors open for all who wish to join its fold,” he said, adding that talks among opposition parties on forming a multi-party coalition were already gaining traction.
