Fresh cracks have emerged within the All Progressives Congress over the anticipated defection of Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, as consultations intensify ahead of a possible switch from the Peoples Democratic Party.
Findings indicate that while some stakeholders within the ruling party are quietly backing the governor’s move, others—particularly within the Bauchi chapter—are pushing back, citing political, strategic and trust concerns.
The development comes as Mohammed continues a series of high-level engagements with key APC figures at both state and national levels, fuelling speculation that his defection may only be a matter of time.
A member of the House of Representatives from Bauchi State, who spoke on condition of anonymity because he was not authorised to comment publicly, confirmed that the governor had sustained consultations following a recent meeting with APC lawmakers from the state.
“Nothing is certain yet and we can’t discuss agreements and concessions for now,” the lawmaker said.
“But what I can tell you is that he is still speaking with APC stakeholders both at the Senate and national levels.”
He disclosed that federal lawmakers from Bauchi who recently met Mohammed at his Abuja residence had expressed readiness to work with him should he eventually cross over to the ruling party.
