The Governorship Election Petition Tribunal sitting in Bauchi State has issued its verdict, upholding the declaration of Senator Bala Mohammed as the duly elected governor of the state. This significant judgment was delivered by a three-man panel, presided over by P.T. Kwahar.
The tribunal’s decision marks a pivotal moment in the state’s political landscape, as it dismissed the petition lodged by the All Progressives Congress (APC) and its candidate, Sadique Abubakar. Notably, Abubakar is a former Chief of Air Staff.
The crux of the petition revolved around challenging Senator Bala Mohammed’s re-election for a second term as governor. However, the tribunal’s ruling unequivocally asserted that there were no valid grounds to nullify the election.
This outcome affirms Senator Bala Mohammed’s status as the legitimately elected governor of Bauchi State and solidifies his position in the state’s political leadership. As the details of this landmark verdict emerge, it is anticipated that it will have significant implications for the political landscape of the state.