EXCLUSIVE: Bauchi Governor Bala Mohammed Set to Defect to APC Amid High-Level Political Realignments
Bearing last minute changes, Bauchi State Governor, Senator Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed, is reportedly on the verge of announcing his defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC), in what could mark a significant shift in Nigeria’s political landscape.
According to reliable sources, the governor’s decision follows the reported approval of all conditions he presented to President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, clearing the final hurdles for his anticipated move to the ruling party.
The development comes after weeks of behind-the-scenes negotiations and consultations involving key political stakeholders.
As of Monday night, top APC figures, including senators and influential party leaders under the Caucus Committee, were said to be in a crucial closed-door meeting at the Transcorp Hilton in Abuja.
The meeting is reportedly focused on finalizing arrangements for Governor Bala Mohammed’s formal entry into the party.
Insiders suggest that the Presidency has fully endorsed the governor’s return, with indications that all contentious issues that might have stalled the defection have now been resolved.
If confirmed, the move would represent a major political realignment in Bauchi State and could have ripple effects across the broader northern political structure.
However, the anticipated defection is already triggering internal tensions within the APC.
In a counter-move, two senators and several members of the House of Representatives are reportedly preparing to defect from the APC to the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in protest.
Their planned exit underscores growing dissatisfaction among some party members and highlights the complex dynamics surrounding the governor’s expected switch.
Political analysts say the coming days will be critical, as confirmations and official announcements could reshape alliances ahead of future electoral contests.
As of the time of filing this report, neither Governor Bala Mohammed nor the Presidency has issued an official statement confirming the development.
