Tinubu Support Coalitions Demand APC National Leadership Affirm Disputed Bauchi State Congress Results to Ensure 2027 Stability

Tinubu support groups in Bauchi demand the APC national leadership uphold March congress results for Muhammad Hassan Tilde to secure 2027 election prospects.

By: AXL Media

Published: Mar 23, 2026, 5:10 PM EDT

Source: The information in this article was sourced from Independent

Internal Friction Threatens APC Unity in Bauchi State

Supporters of President Bola Tinubu within the Bauchi State chapter of the All Progressives Congress have raised an alarm over perceived plots to undermine the party's internal democracy. During a high stakes press conference at the Double Four Event Centre on Monday, the groups expressed deep concern regarding efforts by a minority of stakeholders to subvert the will of the broader membership. This friction centers on the outcome of the state congress held earlier this month, which the coalition insists must be protected to prevent a total breakdown of party discipline ahead of future general elections.

Validation of Results Under Regulatory Supervision

According to coalition chairman Barrister Jibrin S. Jibrin, the electoral process conducted between March 3 and March 4 was fully transparent and followed all statutory requirements. The exercise was reportedly monitored by the Independent National Electoral Commission, various security agencies, and media observers to ensure its legitimacy. Jibrin presented a certified true copy of the results, which officially returned Alh. Muhammad Hassan Tilde as Chairman, Alh. Mustapha Zirami as Secretary, and Hon. Yakubu Muhammed as Organizing Secretary, arguing that these figures represent the authentic choice of the Bauchi APC grassroots.

Allegations of Undue Influence by Power Brokers

The coalition has pointedly accused a small group of influential individuals of attempting to replace the legally elected officials with handpicked favorites. These power brokers, described by the coalition as figures who have historically underperformed in previous election cycles, are allegedly seeking to bypass the results of the democratic exercise for personal strategic gain. The group warns that such maneuvers are likely to jeopardize the renewed momentum the party has built in the state, potentially creating a leadership vacuum that would only benefit political rivals.