Bauchi gov hints at defection to ADC, set for declaration Thursday

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Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has indicated that the African Democratic Congress is his preferred destination as he considers defecting from the Peoples Democratic Party.

Mohammed, who also chairs the PDP Governors’ Forum, disclosed this on Tuesday while hosting a delegation of the ADC led by former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Babachir Lawal, at the Government House in Bauchi.

Speaking with journalists after a closed-door meeting, the governor attributed his planned defection to the lingering crisis within the PDP, noting that efforts at reconciliation had failed.

He said, “We have found ourselves in a very serious situation. I have done everything possible to ensure reconciliation, but it has not worked. We set up committees at both the national and state levels to explore all options, including even the All Progressives Congress, but sadly, we discovered that we are not wanted there.”

Mohammed explained that while discussions were ongoing with several political platforms, the ADC had emerged as the most acceptable option so far.

“As of now, ADC appears to be a very welcoming and acceptable platform. However, we have not concluded discussions. We are engaging stakeholders to ensure we do not make mistakes,” he added.

The governor further revealed that a final decision on the defection would be taken soon, with a formal declaration expected by Thursday. Punch