The Arewa Youths for Peaceful Coexistence has condemned Bauchi State governor, Bala Muhammed, over his alleged interference in the political crisis in the Rivers State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
In a statement issued by its National Chairman, Haruna Bature, the group accused Gov. Muhammed of orchestrating a gang-up against the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike and the Acting National Chairman of the PDP, Amb. Illya Damagun.
They criticised Muhammed’s efforts to support Rivers State governor, Sim Fubara, in taking control of the state’s PDP structure, which they described as an overreach.
The youths questioned Muhammed’s basis for getting involved in Rivers PDP matters and warned that his actions could create political unrest.
They also accused him of trying to remove Amb. Damagun from his position, suggesting that the move was politically motivated to pave the way for Muhammed or former Vice President Atiku Abubakar’s potential 2027 presidential candidacies.
The group called on Governor Muhammed to cease his interference in the Rivers State PDP affairs and respect political boundaries.