The All Progressives Congress (APC) caucus from Bauchi State in the National Assembly has agreed to form a special committee to handle issues surrounding Governor Bala Mohammed’s possible move into the party.
The decision followed a tense meeting in Abuja, where members disagreed sharply over the political impact of the governor’s planned defection.
Speaking after the meeting, the acting secretary of the caucus, Dabo Ismail, said the committee would outline the group’s conditions and expectations if the governor eventually joins the APC.
He explained that the team would also meet with key stakeholders and represent the caucus in all talks related to possible defections from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)-led government.
According to him, “the committee will also keep members updated on the progress of discussions.”
Ismail stressed that the governor is welcome in the APC, but urged the party’s national leadership to involve state stakeholders in the process.
He described the move as a “democratic mechanism” meant to manage differing opinions while keeping the party united.
However, concerns were raised about how the issue has been handled so far.
The senator representing Bauchi North and chairman of the caucus, Sama’ila Dahuwa, criticised the APC national leadership for failing to consult them before taking steps on such an important matter.
He said the lack of consultation is “unacceptable” and warned against forcing decisions on party members without proper engagement.
He added that the newly formed committee includes senior party figures such as a serving minister, former governors, and two senators.
The caucus also agreed to officially present its concerns to the party’s national leadership, insisting that due process must be followed.
