{"id":144456,"date":"2024-12-31T19:16:43","date_gmt":"2024-12-31T18:16:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/nigeria\/uncategorized\/i-did-not-threaten-tinubu-bauchi-gov-bala-mohammed"},"modified":"2024-12-31T20:53:36","modified_gmt":"2024-12-31T19:53:36","slug":"i-did-not-threaten-tinubu-bauchi-gov-bala-mohammed","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/nigeria\/policy\/i-did-not-threaten-tinubu-bauchi-gov-bala-mohammed","title":{"rendered":"I did not threaten Tinubu \u2013 Bauchi gov, Bala Mohammed"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong>Africa-Press &#8211; Nigeria. <\/strong><\/span>Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed has refuted claims that he threatened President Bola Tinubu.<\/p>\n<p>He clarified that his remarks were a critique of policies he believes could harm Nigerians.<\/p>\n<p>DAILY POST reports that the governor\u2019s response followed a statement from the Presidency, which urged him to retract his purported \u201cthreat\u201d to the President over the controversial tax reform bills.<\/p>\n<p>The Presidency was referring to the Bauchi governor\u2019s comment \u2013 \u201cWe will show President Tinubu our true colour\u201d \u2013 describing it as unstatesmanlike and counterproductive to national unity.<\/p>\n<p>Governor Mohammed had earlier condemned the tax reforms introduced by Tinubu\u2019s administration, saying they are unfair to northern Nigeria.<\/p>\n<p>While addressing the Christian community during a Christmas homage at the Government House in Bauchi last weekend, Mohammed said, \u201cIf you ignore the cries of the people, you are inviting anarchy. These reforms are not helping northern Nigeria. How do you expect us to pay salaries and build roads when you are taking away our revenue sources? This is unacceptable.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>In a press statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mukhtar Gidado, titled \u2018Re: Presidency\u2019s Misleading Statement on Governor Bala Mohammed\u2019s Remarks on Tax Reforms\u2019, the Governor said his comments were clearly misunderstood.<\/p>\n<p>The statement explained that Mohammed\u2019s remarks were cautionary, aimed at ensuring the proposed tax reforms are fair, inclusive and considerate of Nigeria\u2019s socio-economic challenges.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIt is mischievous to take Governor Bala Mohammed\u2019s honest advice about the dangers of implementing unfavorable policies as a threat to the Presidency,\u201d the statement read.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe Governor deeply respects the institution of the Presidency and would never engage in threats or hostility.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The statement further clarified that the governor\u2019s focus has always been on fostering dialogue and advocating for policies that protect ordinary Nigerians, particularly those in economically disadvantaged regions.<\/p>\n<p>It also noted that Mohammed\u2019s concerns align with those of some APC governors who have similarly criticized the reforms.<\/p>\n<p>The Bauchi State Government therefore called on the Presidency to embrace constructive criticism rather than dismiss it as opposition.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe urge the Federal Government to prioritize dialogue and inclusivity over selective criticism and divisive rhetoric.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cGovernor Bala Mohammed remains committed to collaborating with the Presidency to address national challenges and ensure Nigeria\u2019s overall growth and development.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><strong>For More News And Analysis About <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Nigeria<\/span> Follow <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Africa-Press<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Africa-Press &#8211; Nigeria. Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed has refuted claims that he threatened President Bola Tinubu. He clarified that his remarks were a critique of policies he believes could harm Nigerians. 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