Opposition can’t rely on federal backing to win elections – Bala Mohammed

Bauchi State Governor, Senator Bala Mohammed, has cautioned opposition politicians against relying on federal support for electoral success, asserting that the practice of political imposition is no longer valid in Nigeria. Addressing the ongoing state local government elections on Monday at Model Central Primary School in Alkaleri Local Government Area, Mohammed highlighted recent electoral events, specifically the Osun State governorship election, to underscore the diminishing federal influence on poll outcomes.

He criticized opposition parties for boycotting the council polls, arguing that such a move was a blunder, as testing their popularity among voters would have been a wiser strategy. "If they had listened to me, my advice was that they should have gone ahead to test their popularity," Mohammed remarked. He pointed out the Osun election as proof that voters now wield significant power in determining election results.

Mohammed emphasized the country's shift towards democratic governance, where no individual can impose their will through monarchy-like practices. He urged political parties and candidates to engage directly with the electorate, rather than relying on external backing. Mohammed also reiterated his administration's dedication to a transparent, fair, and competitive electoral process in Bauchi State.