Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State has formally accepted the Allied Peoples Movement’s nomination form to fight the Bauchi South Senatorial District seat in the 2027 general elections.
The governor, who recently defected from the Peoples Democratic Party, received the form on Thursday during the APM National Executive Committee meeting.
He revealed this in a message made on his X account.
According to him, Yusuf Mamman Dantalle, the party’s National Chairman, presided over the meeting, which also included other major players and party leadership members.
Mohammed stated that the discussion focused on national and party affairs, as well as providing him with the opportunity to fully acquaint himself with the party’s leadership structure following his recent defection.
Speaking at the meeting, the governor said, “The political landscape in Nigeria has become increasingly challenged by undemocratic practices and political intimidation, making genuine political participation and survival difficult for many progressive leaders and movements.”
The statement read, “I explained that after wide consultations with political associates, stakeholders, and supporters across the country, the APM emerged as the political platform that best aligns with our collective vision and aspirations.
“I noted that the APM shares common values with my political philosophy, particularly in the areas of good governance, internal democracy, justice, inclusiveness, and respect for the rule of law. I further emphasized that our decision to join the party was driven by conviction and the desire to contribute meaningfully to building a stronger democratic culture in Nigeria.
“I also revealed that our movement into the APM includes a significant number of political office holders and stakeholders who previously served under the PDP structure in Bauchi State.
“Members of the National Assembly, the Bauchi State House of Assembly, local government chairmen, commissioners, ward executives, party officials, and numerous grassroots supporters have all aligned with this new political movement.”
Mohammed told the party leadership that he was ready to give resources, experience, and political support to the party’s expansion.
“During the meeting, I officially picked up my nomination form to contest for the Senate seat representing Bauchi South Senatorial District under the platform of the APM ahead of the forthcoming elections,” the statement added.
