Bala Mohammed Hosts Peter Obi for Unity Talks

Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed hosted Peter Obi, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party and a chieftain of the African Democratic Congress, for a closed-door meeting on Thursday at the Government House in Bauchi. The discussions centered on fostering national unity and exploring political cooperation ahead of the 2027 general elections, amid uncertainties in major opposition parties.

Following the meeting, Mohammed addressed reporters, describing himself as a freelance politician unbound by any single party. He cited ongoing challenges within the Peoples Democratic Party, where he serves as chairman of the governors forum, and the ADC as reasons for his stance. "Neither PDP nor the ADC is standing alone. I am a freelance politician now, and my party is also in limbo. We are looking up to the judiciary," Mohammed said. He emphasized that the talks avoided partisan specifics, focusing instead on strategic realignment to strengthen opposition chances. "We cannot operate without a platform. At the end of the day, the current political situation may even help unify us and strengthen our chances of winning elections," he added. The governor portrayed Obi's visit as...