By Suzan Edeh, Bauchi
A coalition of support groups has called for a peaceful All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship primary in Bauchi State, urging members to unite behind aspirant Dr. Bala Maijama’a Wunti ahead of the 2027 election.
Architect Muktar Ahmad Jarmajo, CEO of the Bala Wunti Support Organisation, led the joint press conference at the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Press Centre in Bauchi.
They described Bala Wunti as a compassionate leader whose humanitarian interventions and grassroots empowerment programmes distinguish him from other aspirants contesting the governorship ticket of the All Progressives Congress in Bauchi State.
The Speakers noted that despite never holding elective office in the state, Wunti has positively impacted more lives than many long-term politicians through his humanitarian work.
The coalition highlighted Wunti’s track record of providing business grants, vocational training, mentorship schemes, and job placement support.Healthcare & Welfare.
The aspirant was commended for funding medical assistance for vulnerable patients and distributing relief materials to widows, orphans, and the less privileged.
“To boost party unity and mobilisation, Wunti recently donated 24 fully air-conditioned buses to assist APC members across Bauchi State” They stated.
The coalition concluded that Wunti possesses the unique capacity to unite the APC’s diverse internal factions and secure a party victory in the upcoming 2027 gubernatorial race.
Group leaders strongly cautioned supporters against violence, political thuggery, intimidation, and hate speech.
They also requested that security agencies and party administrators guarantee a free, fair, and transparent voting process for all delegates.