The Bauchi State chapter of the People’s Democratic Party has ended discussions on a possible political realignment with the All Progressives Congress.
State PDP Chairman, Pharmacist Sama’ila Burga, announced the decision during a press conference at the party’s secretariat in Bauchi on Saturday.
Burga explained that the APC initiated the talks and extended invitations to Governor Bala Mohammed, PDP members, and elected officials in the state, including National Assembly members, State House of Assembly members, and local government council officials, to consider joining the APC.
He said the governor and the PDP participated in the engagement out of respect for those involved and in line with commitments to dialogue and inclusiveness.
However, after consultations and careful consideration, Burga said it became clear that conditions put forward for the realignment were not accepted by the APC leadership.
“In light of this, we want to announce that the discussions have not yielded a conclusive outcome and are hereby formally discontinued,” Burga stated.
While appreciating the APC’s outreach, he said the process has now been brought to a close.
Burga added that the PDP in Bauchi, in consultation with its stakeholders, is actively considering all available political options and other political parties, apart from the APC, to determine the most suitable path forward in line with the aspirations and best interests of the people.