APC Stalwart Khamis Musa Darazo Urges Party Leadership to Adopt Wunti as Bauchi Consensus Candidate

Khamis Musa Darazo calls on APC leaders to adopt Dr. Bala Mai Jama’a Wunti as the consensus governorship candidate for Bauchi to ensure party unity for 2027.

By: AXL Media

Published: Apr 20, 2026, 9:54 AM EDT

Source: Information for this report was sourced from THISDAYLIVE

The Push for Unified Leadership in Bauchi

An influential All Progressives Congress stalwart and supporter of the current presidency, Khamis Musa Darazo, has formally requested that the party’s national leadership and Bauchi stakeholders unite behind a single governorship candidate. In a weekend interview in Bauchi, Darazo identified Dr. Bala Mai Jama’a Wunti as the ideal choice for a consensus ticket ahead of the 2027 general elections. According to Darazo, this strategic move is essential for the APC to present a formidable and undivided front in its effort to reclaim the state executive office.

Alignment with the Renewed Hope Agenda

The proposal for Wunti’s candidacy is framed as a localized extension of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s federal policy framework. Darazo contended that the Renewed Hope Agenda, which emphasizes economic growth and people centered leadership, requires state level representatives who can effectively translate national goals into grassroots development. He argued that Dr. Wunti possesses the administrative experience and vision necessary to implement these federal objectives within Bauchi State. By choosing a leader who reflects these national values, Darazo believes the party can restore public confidence in local governance.

Mitigating Internal Friction Through Consensus

A primary motivation behind the call for a consensus candidate is the prevention of the internal divisions that often follow competitive party primaries. Darazo warned that friction between different factions can weaken the party’s overall chances during the general election. He emphasized that the philosophy of the Renewed Hope Agenda relies on unity and the prioritization of collective interests over personal political ambitions. Adopting Wunti through consensus, he argued, would serve as a bridge building exercise to unite various party elements and foster a more inclusive political environment.