Bala Mohammed Breaks Silence: Why I Withdrew From Presidential Contest

Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has refuted claims suggesting that he is positioning himself for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) vice-presidential slot ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Speaking during an interview on Channels Television, Mohammed stressed that his decision not to pursue the presidency is not tied to any interest in becoming vice president.

He explained that while he would be open to serving if chosen by consensus of party leaders and the PDP’s presidential candidate, he remains committed to supporting whoever eventually secures the ticket.

“I am not withdrawing because I want to prepare myself for the vice presidency. Of course, if it is within the consensus of our party leaders and the presidential candidate to choose me, I am ready. But certainly, if I am not given it, I will give my maximum support to whoever emerges,” he said.

Reacting to reports of a possible PDP joint ticket pairing him as running mate to Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, Mohammed dismissed the speculation as false.

The Chairman of the PDP Governors’ Forum clarified: “I and Seyi have never discussed the issue of pairing. What we have mentioned is the issue of taking over power by the grace of God so that we can give Nigerians the opportunity of good governance in 2027 and beyond.”