Bauchi gov warns against rigging as APM presents candidates

Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed has pledged to resist electoral rigging in the 2027 general elections, emphasizing a commitment to issue-based politics and transparency. Speaking after the Allied People’s Movement (APM) affirmed him as its senatorial candidate for Bauchi South, Mohammed stated his administration would neither encourage nor tolerate malpractice, urging federal agencies and security forces to uphold fairness. The APM also nominated Commissioner for Finance Yakubu Adamu as its governorship candidate, Commissioner for Water Resources Nuhu Zaki for Bauchi Central Senatorial District, and Deputy Governor Auwal Jatau for Bauchi North Senatorial District. The nominations were announced at the Bauchi State Government House on Thursday, following internal party consultations. Mohammed linked his decision to contest the Senate to strategic leadership continuity, claiming the APM aligns with rural interests and has rapidly established grassroots structures. He praised security agencies, including the Nigerian Army, for improving stability in the state while reaffirming his administration’s focus on development and humility in governance. Governorship candidate Adamu pledged to build on Mohammed’s seven-year achievements, prioritizing economic growth, education, healthcare, and infrastructure. He described the nomination process as transparent and called on supporters to remain united ahead of the 2027 elections, emphasizing direct engagement with constituents. The APM’s platform shift from the Peoples Democratic Party was attributed to internal disagreements, with Mohammed framing the new party as a vehicle for rural-focused governance. Security agencies were commended for their role in maintaining stability, while the governor reiterated a zero-tolerance policy for electoral fraud, stressing acceptance of results based on transparency.