{"id":198312,"date":"2026-04-03T20:43:39","date_gmt":"2026-04-03T19:43:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/nigeria\/uncategorized\/bauchi-pdp-urges-gov-bala-mohammed-to-remain-in-party"},"modified":"2026-04-03T21:51:32","modified_gmt":"2026-04-03T20:51:32","slug":"bauchi-pdp-urges-gov-bala-mohammed-to-remain-in-party","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/nigeria\/parties\/bauchi-pdp-urges-gov-bala-mohammed-to-remain-in-party","title":{"rendered":"Bauchi PDP urges Gov Bala Mohammed to remain in party"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong>Africa-Press &#8211; Nigeria. <\/strong><\/span>The Publicity Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Bauchi State, loyal to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, Mannasseh Marti, has dismissed concerns over an internal crisis, insisting that the party remains strong and well positioned to retain power in the 2027 governorship election.<\/p>\n<p>Speaking on Friday amid speculation over a possible defection by Governor Bala Mohammed, the party spokesman said the PDP still enjoys the confidence of the people and has made significant impact in the state since 2019.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cBauchi State is the home of PDP, and you can see from 2019 till date what the party has done. The masses are okay with us. They have confidence that this is the party that has raised hope and improved the standard of living, especially in Bauchi State,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<p>The publicity secretary added that, contrary to claims of internal divisions, the PDP has resolved its challenges and is now focused on the 2027 elections.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThere is no more crisis. We now have a party that is free of litigation and ready to present candidates who can win in 2027. The masses and aspirants are aware that PDP is prepared to retain Government House,\u201d he stated.<\/p>\n<p>He acknowledged that internal disagreements are not unusual in political parties, describing them as tests of loyalty and commitment.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe know that in every party, situations arise that test commitment. It is like a man leaving his wife\u2014when it happens, you find a way to resolve it,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<p>On the speculation surrounding Governor Mohammed\u2019s possible exit from the party, the spokesman urged him to reconsider, adding that the party remains open to reconciliation.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe expect Bala Mohammed to find a way out of this issue. Our leader has always been open to dialogue, calling his people to sit and resolve issues. PDP is ready to accept reconciliation so he can continue what he started in the party,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n<p>He also stressed that the governor\u2019s political rise was closely tied to the PDP, noting that he has a responsibility to help stabilise the party.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIt was PDP that gave him the platform to become governor, and he is duty-bound to ensure that all issues are handled amicably,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<p>Despite the uncertainty, he expressed confidence that the party would remain strong even if the governor decides to leave.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cBala Mohammed knows that if he leaves PDP, the party will still remain. The flag may go down for a short time, but I can assure you it will rise again before 2027,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<p>The publicity secretary, however, warned that leaving the PDP may not offer an easier political path for the governor.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAnywhere he moves, he is going to face challenges. I don\u2019t know whether from there he will retire from active politics,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n<p>He expressed optimism that the governor would make the right decision, noting that many supporters in Bauchi are hopeful he will remain in the party.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe believe the people of Bauchi State will be glad if His Excellency makes the right decision,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<p>He also congratulated Haruna Mohammed Jungudo, who recently emerged as the National Publicity Secretary of the party, adding that Wike has brought stability to the party.<\/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. The Publicity Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Bauchi State, loyal to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, Mannasseh Marti, has dismissed concerns over an internal crisis, insisting that the party remains strong and well positioned to retain power in the 2027 governorship election. 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