Sh*ck Exit! Ex-Bauchi SSG Kashim Dumps PDP Amid Political Tensions

Barrister Ibrahim Muhammad Kashim, former Secretary to the State Government (SSG) of Bauchi State and the 2023 governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has formally resigned his membership from the party.

His resignation was conveyed in a letter dated July 21, 2025, and made available to the media on Monday.

In the letter addressed to the party leadership, Kashim expressed heartfelt appreciation for the trust placed in him over the years, especially during the build-up to the 2023 general elections.

“I wish to express my deep appreciation to the leadership of the party at all levels and my ward executives for the trust and opportunity to serve,” he stated.

Kashim was initially selected as the PDP’s governorship flagbearer in 2023 but voluntarily stepped down in favour of Governor Bala Mohammed. Mohammed had first pursued the PDP presidential ticket but later returned to seek re-election as governor.

Reflecting on the political developments of that period, Kashim described his withdrawal as an act of loyalty, adding that he campaigned vigorously alongside Governor Mohammed throughout Bauchi Local Government Area.

“Together, we confronted the challenges of a second-term campaign and secured re-election,” he noted.

Following the governor’s re-election, Kashim was reappointed as Secretary to the State Government — a position he held until January 2025, when he resigned in accordance with a directive from Governor Bala Mohammed.

Though he has not disclosed his next political move, Kashim hinted that he remains active in politics and intends to continue serving the people.

“After thoughtful consideration, I hereby formally resign my membership of the PDP, effective from the date of this letter,” he wrote.

“I intend to explore new platforms to pursue the mandate of our people and serve with dedication, integrity, passion, and above all, the fear of Allah (SWT).”