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2023 Presidency: My endorsement by northern elders doesn’t stop others from contesting – Bala Mohammed

 


Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State has asked former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar to shelve his presidential ambition in order to pave way for him.


The governor spoke when he appeared on Channels TV’s Daily Politics Sunday.


He averred that he has acquired the experience needed to manage the affairs of the country if elected president of Nigeria in 2023.


Mohammed also touched on the contentious issue of consensus that has blighted the party for weeks on end.


He said that the recent endorsement of his presidential ambition by the Northern Elders Forum does not sideline any contender from the race.


The former FCT minister said he is more prepared as he is young, strong, and agile.


“I’m more prepared to run for the first seat under the platform of the PDP. I’m strong and agile. I’ve built bridges and I’ve good will across the country.


“The only thing that will make me step down for anybody is when Nigerians or party leaders reject me.”


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Bala Mohammed said if the contest is made to be a north versus south affairs, it would not be healthy for the PDP.


He added that he has friends in the south and he believes if given the ticket, his friends in the region will support him.

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