PDP Crisis: Gov Bala Mohammed Backs Damagum, Disowns Purported Appointment Of Another Acting Chairman

• Reaffirms commitment to party unity
Bauchi State Governor, Senator Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed, on Friday, received the Acting National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Ambassador Umar Damagun, at the Government House in Bauchi.

The visit, according to Ambassador Iliya Damagun, the Acting National Chairman of the People’s Democratic Party, PDP, was centered on discussions regarding key Party affairs and strategies for strengthening the PDP.

Ambassador Damagun emphasized the PDP’s enduring position as Nigeria’s most resilient and dependable political party praising Governor Bala’s significant contributions to the party’s success, particularly in fostering unity and cohesion within the PDP.

While stating that the PDP remains the only surviving political party that is tested and trusted, Damagun said they were in Bauchi to engage with Governor Bala on critical issues as we move forward as a united front.
Governor Bala, in his remarks, expressed his gratitude for the visit and commended the leadership of the party.

Mohammed highlighted the remarkable political strength of the northeast, emphasizing that the region boasts influential leaders who are pivotal to the party’s success.

Governor Bala added that members of the PDP Governors’ Forum will continue to enhance unity and collaboration within the party, reaffirming that the PDP remains united and committed to the vision of national development.

He further pledged to engage with his colleagues in the PDP Governors’ Forum to ensure the Party continues to chart a forward-looking course, particularly as the 2027 elections approach.

The session had leadership of the PDP and bigwigs from the northeast region present.