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Gov Bala Mohammed prophesies, says” we’ll return to Aso Rock in 2027, defections won’t affect us”
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Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Governors’ Forum and Governor of Bauchi State, Bala Mohammed, has expressed confidence that the opposition party will remain strong and reclaim power in 2027, despite ongoing defections to the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC.
Speaking with journalists on Saturday in Abuja, Mohammed, who also serves as Chairman of the PDP National Convention Publicity and Communication Subcommittee, said the party was working quietly to stabilise its ranks and rebuild public trust.
He admitted concern over the recent defections of some governors and lawmakers to the APC but noted that efforts were ongoing to strengthen the party.
“I am more than concerned about our governors leaving for the APC. But leadership is a burden. A lot of work is being done behind the scenes to keep the party united,” he said.
Mohammed accused the APC-led federal government of using coercive tactics to weaken the opposition and push Nigeria towards a one-party system.
“You know the style of leadership of the APC-led federal government in trying to make this country a one-party state. They have the power of coercion; they have the power of everything,” he said.
The governor, however, maintained that defections would not derail the PDP’s resurgence, saying the party still enjoyed massive grassroots support.
“Even those who left are not finding it easy because most of the people at the grassroots are PDP and are not happy with the defections. I assure you I am not going anywhere. My state has no element of division,” he said.
Mohammed acknowledged that more defections could happen, including among lawmakers in Bauchi State, but stressed that the PDP structure remained intact.
“Even today, I saw in the news that one of my senators is going. They are being controlled, they are being bought, but certainly, the state is PDP. Nigerians want change, and they believe they can get it through the PDP,” he said.
He added that the PDP remained the only credible platform capable of rebuilding the nation, noting that most of the federal government’s major achievements were recorded under PDP administrations.
“Most of the measurable achievements by the federal government were done by PDP regimes. By the grace of God, if we stand firm, we will deliver. Some of us who won as governors were not even considered capable, and here we are. That’s what will play out in 2027,” he said.
On the forthcoming PDP convention, Mohammed said the party leadership was working to resolve internal disputes and court cases aimed at destabilising preparations.
“Many litigations are artificially created to undermine us, but we don’t have any faction in the PDP. Comparatively, most of the other parties are not better off than us. We are better organised, with one National Secretary, one National Chairman, and one Publicity Secretary,” he said.
Responding to speculation about possible defections by some PDP governors, Mohammed said Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah had not communicated any decision to leave the party.
“Governor Mbah has not told us his position. It is a personal decision. Up till now, he has not told me he’s leaving,” he said.
He also dismissed claims that Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara had left the PDP, describing him as a loyal member who had weathered significant challenges.
“He has not left the party. He is a humble young man who has gone through a lot and is managing the situation well,” he said.
Commenting on speculations linking former President Goodluck Jonathan to a possible 2027 presidential project, Mohammed said the PDP remained open to welcoming prominent figures who wished to associate with the party.
“People are still interested in this party, and these big names being associated with us make us happy. We are united and will come up with leadership that will be the best choice for Nigerians to put in Aso Rock, inshallah,” he said.
Mohammed reaffirmed his commitment to the PDP, expressing optimism that visionary leaders would emerge from the party in 2027 to challenge what he described as the APC’s “deceptive” politics.
“If somebody goes, just like a bird, they go, they come. Please don’t blame anybody at the governor’s level; we are doing our best, but it is beyond our control,” he said.
The All Progressives Congress, APC, has postponed the House of Representatives Primary Election for the 2027 general elections to Saturday, May 16, 2026.
This was contained in a statement by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, on Thursday.
Morka said previously announced primary election dates for the senate, state houses of assembly, governorship and presidential primaries remain unchanged.
According to the statement, the primary elections will now be held as follows:
House of Representatives – Saturday, 16th May, 2026
Senate – Monday, 18th May, 2026
State House of Assembly – Wednesday, 20th May, 2026
Governorship – Thursday, 21st May, 2026
Presidential – Saturday, 23rd May, 2026.
The National Working Committee, NWC of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP has approved the 2026 gubernatorial aspirants screening committee.
Naijablitznews reports this was contained in a release on Wednesday evening signed by Adm Chinwe I. Nnorom (Pst.)
National Director of Publicity
for: The NPS stating that:
“The National Working Committee (NWC) of our Great Party, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has approved the constitution of a screening committee that will screen all Gubernatorial Aspirants for the upcoming 2026 Primaries ahead of the 2027 Governorship General Elections.
The Committee is made up of the following:
1. H.E. Ahmed Mohammed Makarfi, CON – Chairman
2. Dr. Ibrahim Umar – Member
3. Professor Aisha Madawaki – Member
4. Hon. Tajudeen Yusuf – Member
5. Dr. Abdulganiyu Oloyin – Member
6. Hon. Babangida Modibbo – Member
7. Alhaji Buba Biri – Member
8. Hon (CH) Olaniyi Ogungbuji – Member
9. Hon. Mike Ahumibe – Member
10. Barr. Gabriel Igboko – Member
11. Pastor Tony Effiong – Member
12. Mrs. Ojelabi Precious – Member
13. Barr. George Ariolu – Secretary
On: Thursday, 14 May, 2026
At: The PDP Legacy House, Maitama, Abuja.
By: 12:00 pm
PDP-Power to the People!
Members of the caucus of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, in the House of Representatives on Wednesday reaffirmed their loyalty to the party and pledged to hold the Federal Government accountable as the opposition bloc positions itself ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The lawmakers, led by the House Minority Leader, Honourable Victor Afam Ogene, paid a courtesy visit to the National Leader of the NDC, Senator Henry Seriake Dickson, at his residence in Abuja.
Among those in the delegation received by the NDC National Leader were Honourable George Ozodinobi, Honourable Okey-Joe Onuakalusi, Honourable Lillian Orogbu, Honourable Atta Thaddeous Achief, Honourable Engineer Chijioke Okereke, Honourable Peter Ozokwe, Honourable Murphy Osaro Omoruyi, Honourable Engineer Emeka Idu, Honourable Manuchim Omezuruike, Honourable Muktar Umar Zakari, Honourable Yusuf Umar Datti, Honourable Peter Aniekwe, and Honourable Uchenna Harris Okonkwo.
Also on hand to receive the lawmakers alongside the National Leader were the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Mr Peter Obi; former Kano State Governor, who also flew the flag of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) in the 2023 presidential poll, Dr Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso; and other leaders and members of the NDC.
Addressing the gathering on behalf of the caucus, Hon. Ogene said the visit was aimed at reassuring the leadership of the party of the lawmakers’ commitment to the ideals of the NDC and their determination to serve Nigerians through effective opposition politics.
“This evening, we are here as members of the House of Representatives Caucus of the NDC to reassure you of our commitment to serve the people of Nigeria in keeping with the motto of our party, ‘Service to the People,’” Ogene stated.
The Minority Leader stressed that the caucus would remain focused on ensuring accountability and democratic governance in the country.
“In rendering this service, we will hold the government of the day accountable to the people so that they would render to the Nigerian people the basic necessities associated with democracy and civil rule,” he said.
Ogene described the NDC as the leading opposition force in the National Assembly, particularly in the House of Representatives, adding that the party’s growing numbers would strengthen its voice nationally and internationally.
“Your Excellencies, we are now the major opposition party in Parliament, especially the House of Representatives from where we operate, and with this number our voice will be strengthened. It will be heard, it will reverberate across not just Nigeria but across the world to hold the government to its responsibilities,” he declared.
He further assured the party leadership of the caucus’ unwavering allegiance to both the NDC and the Nigerian people.
“We assure you of our commitment, we assure you of our loyalty to the party, and we assure you of our loyalty to the Nigerian people. Thank you for receiving us, Your Excellencies,” Ogene added.
Responding on behalf of Senator Dickson and other party leaders, Engr. Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso commended the lawmakers for their loyalty and dedication to the party, describing loyalty as a rare virtue in contemporary Nigerian politics.
“Your Excellency, the leader of our party, the NDC, Senator Dickson; Your Excellency, the former Governor of Anambra State, Chief Peter O’Dea; Honourable members, Your Excellencies, distinguished ladies and gentlemen, members of the press, on behalf of my humble self, the leader, and of course the former Governor of Anambra State, and all other leaders, the young men and women who are here, I would like to welcome you to the Leader’s House,” Kwankwaso said.
He thanked the caucus members for identifying with the leadership of the party and praised their steadfastness.
“We have to thank you for the loyalty, which of course is a very rare commodity these days. We appreciate you and we want to assure you on behalf of the leader and the party that we’ll continue to do whatever it takes to carry you with us so that together we can succeed,” he stated.
Kwankwaso also used the occasion to call on Nigerians to register with the NDC and participate actively in the electoral process ahead of the next general elections.
“Let me take the opportunity also to urge Nigerians to ensure that they register with the NDC and also register with INEC as voters. That will give everybody the opportunity to bring about the required positive change that is coming, by the grace of God, in 2027,” he said.
The former Kano governor further charged party members to intensify grassroots mobilisation across their constituencies, particularly among youths and supporters of political change.
“I also want to urge our members, all of you, to go back to your constituencies, mobilise our people, especially the young men and women, and of course the nationalists who are supporting the change we are talking about in this country,” Kwankwaso added.
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