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The Digest: Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed has raised an urgent alarm that over 10,000 heavily armed bandits have invaded several communities in Alkaleri Local Government Area, displacing more than 100,000 residents. The affected communities, including Mansur, Digare, Yelwan Fatuk, and...

The Digest: A public feud has erupted between Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed and FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, with each accusing the other of instigating political persecution and undermining democracy. The exchange comes as the EFCC prosecutes Bauchi’s finance commissioner over alleged...

The Digest: Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has claimed the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) is being weaponized against him because he refused to defect from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Key Points: Mohammed made the...

The Digest: FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has dismissed threats of expulsion from the People's Democratic Party, vowing to resist a faction led by Governors Bala Mohammed and Seyi Makinde. Key Points Wike asserted he has been a foundational PDP member since its inception. He criticised...

The Digest: The Nyesom Wike-led faction of the PDP has expelled Governors Seyi Makinde (Oyo), Bala Mohammed (Bauchi), and Dauda Lawal (Zamfara) for alleged anti-party activities, dramatically escalating the party's internal war just hours after physical clashes at its Abuja headquarters. Key...

The Digest: Security operatives prevented Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed and Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde from accessing the Peoples Democratic Party headquarters in Abuja, sparking clashes among security aides and deepening the party's internal crisis. Key Points: Governor Bala...

The Digest: Supporters of former President Goodluck Jonathan made a symbolic appearance at the PDP's national convention, openly advocating for his political comeback with a ready-made ticket. According to Daily Post, the group displayed flags featuring Jonathan alongside Bauchi Governor Bala...

The Digest: Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed has signed a landmark chieftaincy law creating 13 new emirates and over 111 district headships, marking one of Nigeria's most significant traditional institution reforms in recent years. The governor simultaneously repealed the Sayawa Chiefdom...

The Digest: The Bauchi State Governor asserted that despite the "coercive" tactics of the ruling APC, the PDP is quietly stabilizing its ranks and is poised to reclaim Aso Villa in the next general elections, banking on grassroots loyalty and its legacy of achievements. Key Points: Governor...

The Digest: A show of force from within the opposition. The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Governors’ Forum has reaffirmed its support for the party's November national convention, directly rejecting the demands of a group led by Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike...

The Digest: In the run-up to its November convention, the People's Democratic Party faces a deepening internal battle. According to reports in Vanguard and Channels TV, Nyesom Wike’s camp has tabled six demands, while the party leadership insists it will not be held hostage. Key Points...

The Digest: Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed has stated that the PDP’s loss in the 2023 presidential election was a result of its failure to zone the presidential ticket to the South. He described the defeat as A Costly Lesson for the party. Key Points: Governor Bala Mohammed says the...

The Digest: Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State has revealed that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is considering former President Goodluck Jonathan and Peter Obi for its 2027 presidential ticket. This move is part of a larger game of Political Chess by the party. Key Points: The PDP...

The Digest: In a show of support for the Peoples Democratic Party's (PDP) recent decision, Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State has said he gave up his presidential ambition to allow the party to zone its 2027 ticket to the South. The move, which he says was driven by the need for unity and...

The Digest: Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed has appointed a Chinese national, Li Zhensheng, as his Economic Adviser and signed a global cooperation deal. This strategic move marks a Gateway's Dawn for Bauchi, as the state aims to attract foreign investment and infrastructure development...

The Digest: In a significant move toward opposition unity, Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed, who is also the Chairman of the PDP Governors Forum, has publicly invited Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 election, to return to the Peoples Democratic Party...

The Digest: Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed has voiced strong frustration, accusing the Federal Government of political bias and discrimination against states led by opposition parties. He alleges that Bauchi has been systematically sidelined in the distribution of crucial financial...