Bauchi APC stakeholders split over Bala Mohammed imminent defection
Members of the Bauchi State caucus of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Abuja want the party’s national leadership to involve state stakeholders in negotiations to admit Governor Bala Mohammed
Members of the Bauchi State caucus of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Abuja want the party's national leadership to involve state stakeholders in negotiations to admit Governor Bala Mohammed into the party.
The caucus is divided over admitting the governor, but has resolved to set up a committee to meet with party leadership to ensure all stakeholders are included.
In a statement in Abuja, Acting Secretary of the caucus, Hon. Dabo Ismail, said the committee is to articulate and present the caucus’ demands and conditions to the party’s national leadership in the event of the governor's defection to the APC.
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The committee will also engage critical stakeholders to ensure a smooth and inclusive negotiation process, represent the caucus in all discussions relating to potential defections, and provide periodic updates to members on engagement progress.
Ismail said the Governor is welcome to join the party, but urged the party's National Leadership to involve state-level stakeholders in negotiations. He described the initiative as a “democratic mechanism” designed to accommodate differing opinions while preserving party cohesion.
Senator Sama’ila Dahuwa, representing Bauchi North Senatorial District and Chairman of the Bauchi APC caucus, expressed dissatisfaction with what he described as the national leadership's lack of prior consultation on such a significant matter.
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He said sidelining state stakeholders will undermine the principles of internal democracy, inclusiveness, and respect for established party structures.
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“The omission is unacceptable,” the caucus stated, warning against imposing decisions without broad-based engagement with key state-level stakeholders.
The caucus resolved to formally communicate its position and grievances to the APC national leadership, insisting on strict adherence to due process and internal consultation.
The caucus warned that poorly managed integration of new entrants could alienate loyal party members and weaken cohesion within the party.
His position gained further attention after a recent visit by the APC National Chairman, Nentawe Yilwatda, alongside Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, to the Bauchi Government House for a closed-door meeting.
