In a striking departure from conventional party loyalty, Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed has declared himself a “freelance politician,” signaling a potential shift in the nation’s political landscape.
During a high-profile meeting with African Democratic Congress chieftain Peter Obi and a delegation of prominent South-East stakeholders, Mohammed suggested that the fluid nature of current legal and political challenges has placed many actors in a state of transition.
He noted that with various parties currently navigating judicial scrutiny, the traditional boundaries of the PDP and ADC have become secondary to the broader goal of national realignment.
The discussions, which included notable figures such as former Imo State Governor Achike Udenwa and Senators Enyinnaya Abaribe and Victor Umeh, focused heavily on cross-regional cooperation and the necessity of building bridges.
Governor Mohammed characterized the current political climate as an opportunity for the opposition to unify, suggesting that while specific strategic details remain confidential, the ultimate objective is to establish a strengthened platform capable of winning future elections.
He framed the encounter not as a partisan maneuver, but as a symbolic step toward a more cohesive national identity.
Echoing this sentiment, Peter Obi clarified that the visit was centred on a collective mission to rebuild Nigeria rather than simple party recruitment.
He dismissed rumours of immediate defections, emphasizing that the engagement sought to foster a spirit of collaboration among stakeholders from different backgrounds.
