“Why I visited Gov Bala Mohammed in Bauchi” – Peter Obi [PHOTOS]

An African Democratic Congress (ADC) chieftain, Peter Obi has explained the reason behind his meeting with the governor of Bauchi State, Bala Mohammed on Thursday.

The 2023 presidential candidate for the Labour Party said he was in Bauchi for consultations and political collaborations ahead of the 2027 general election.

According to Obi, he visited Buachi State alongside notable leaders from the Southeast region.

He also said that his mission for the visit is to ensure a united, secure and progressive Nigeria that would benefit the citizens, especially the masses.

Obi wrote in a photo post on X, “Today, in continuation of our consultations and collaboration efforts, I was in Bauchi state with some notable Igbo Leaders where we had a very insightful discussion with Governor Bala Mohammed.

“The mission is aimed at a United, Secured, productive and progressive Nigeria that cares for all, especially the less privileged,” Obi said.

Also speaking about the meeting, Mohammed said he received Obi at the Bauchi State Government House.

He also stated that their discussions centred on critical national issues, including economic recovery and the welfare of our citizens.

Commending Obi for the gesture, Mohammed said, “I commended him for the visit, as engagements of this nature foster mutual understanding and help drive practical, people-focused solutions.

“We also took time to review the evolving political landscape and emphasised the urgent need to strengthen our democratic institutions.

“We jointly urged all stakeholders to rise above partisanship and place the national interest at the forefront of all decisions,” Mohammed said.