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Africa-Press – Nigeria. <\/strong><\/span>Former Foreign Affairs Minister Yusuf Maitama Tuggar has announced he will run for governor of Bauchi State in the 2027 general election.<\/p>\n

He thanked President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for giving him the opportunity to serve as a minister, saying the role helped him understand governance better and prepared him to serve the people of Bauchi more effectively.<\/p>\n

Tuggar, who once represented Gamawa in the House of Representatives, said he has stepped down from his government position in line with rules for political appointees seeking elective office.<\/p>\n

Announcing his ambition, he said he is not running for personal gain but to improve the state.<\/p>\n

\u201cOur state stands at a crossroads. Despite our abundant resources, many people remain poor and lack access to quality education and healthcare. This must change,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

He explained that his experience in business and farming gives him insight into the struggles of entrepreneurs, farmers, and herders.<\/p>\n

Tuggar, who previously contested the governorship but lost, said those experiences taught him resilience and the realities of elections. He also stressed the importance of paying workers\u2019 salaries on time.<\/p>\n

He promised to build on past achievements while addressing earlier shortcomings, with a focus on agriculture, rural development, and economic growth.<\/p>\n

He said his plan includes investing in farming, livestock, agro-processing, rural roads, and storage to make agriculture more profitable.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe will support farmers with incentives and improve our weekly markets, which sustain millions of livelihoods across the state,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

On security, Tuggar pledged to address rising insecurity through community policing, dialogue, and stronger ties with traditional leaders.<\/p>\n

\u201cNo farmer should fear going to the farm, no business person should fear travelling on our roads, and no child should be afraid to go to school,\u201d he stated.<\/p>\n

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