In a significant development, Bauchi State Governor and Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Governors’ Forum, Bala Mohammed, has expressed his willingness to work with Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, to strengthen opposition politics in Nigeria.
Mohammed made this declaration after a closed-door meeting with Obi at the Government House in Bauchi on Thursday. He praised Obi’s political style, statesmanship, and deep knowledge of the economy and governance, stating that the PDP admires Obi’s vision for the country ¹.
According to Mohammed, “Peter Obi has a clear vision of where politics and politicians should be in terms of bringing good governance, impacting the people, and uniting the country.” He emphasized the need for a strong and knowledgeable opposition to the ruling party, stressing that he is ready to work with Obi to achieve this goal.
Mohammed’s commitment to collaboration is seen as a significant step towards strengthening opposition politics in Nigeria. With the support of his fellow governors, this alliance is expected to send a powerful message and potentially reshape the country’s political landscape.
