Bauchi: PDP bolts out of realignment talks with APC

By: Ajiya Ayuba, Bauchi 

The Bauchi State chapter of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), has boilt out of realignment talks with the All Progressive Congress APC.

The statement was disclosed to the members of the journalists by the state chairman of the PDP, Sama’ila Adamu Burga, during a press conference held at the party secretariat.

According to the state chairman of the PDP, Said “We wish to clarify that the initiative for these discussions came from the APC. 

“His Excellency graciously responded out of respect for the eminent personalities involved and in keeping with his commitment to dialogue and inclusiveness. 

The Governor, the PDP, and the people of Bauchi State participated in the engagements in good faith”

He said that after extensive consultations with PDP stakeholders and careful consideration, it became clear that the conditions collectively advanced for such a political realignment were not accepted by the APC leadership. 

He further said that “We want to announce that the discussions have not yielded a conclusive outcome and are hereby formally discontinued”

“We appreciate the outreach and engagement by the APC, we wish to state unequivocally that the process has now been brought to a close”

Burga said that they are in a consultation with the state governor, senator Bala Mohammed Abdulkadir and other critical stakeholders.

Considering all available political options and political parties other than the APC, in order to determine

the most suitable path forward in line with the aspirations and best interests of the people of Bauchi State.

The state PDP chairman, Sama’ila Adamu Burga said that they remain committed to responsible leadership, inclusive governance, and the continued progress of Bauchi State.