By Sule Aliyu Bauchi
As political activities ahead of the 2027 general elections begin to gather momentum, Senator Bala Abdulkadir Muhammad appealed to political parties, aspirants and their supporters to conduct themselves peacefully and in accordance with the Electoral Act.
In a New Year message signed and issued by Mukhtar Gidado, Special Adviser, Media and Publicity to Governor.Bala Abdulkadir Muhammad
expressed gratitude to God for seeing Bauchi State and Nigeria through the challenges of 2025.
He warned that the government will not hesitate to apply the law against any individual or group found engaging in acts capable of breaching public peace.
The governor commended the people of the state for their resilience, steadfastness and prayers despite prevailing economic, political and social challenges
The Governor called for sustained prayers, cooperation and understanding from traditional rulers, religious leaders, stakeholders and politicians across party lines to ensure lasting peace, unity and prosperity in Bauchi State and Nigeria as a whole.
The Governor wished the people of Bauchi State and Nigerians a happy and prosperous 2026, also felicitated with the people of Bauchi State and Nigerians at large on the occasion of the 2026 New Year, expressing gratitude to God Almighty for seeing the State and the nation through the challenges of 2025.
Bala Muhammad described the successful passage into 2026 as an act of divine grace, noting that despite economic, political and social challenges, the people of Bauchi State remained resilient, steadfast and prayerful.
The Governor commended citizens for their patience and perseverance in the face of economic hardship, assuring them that his administration will continue to provide palliative support while working towards lasting economic solutions.
He reiterated the commitment of the State Government to vigorously implement the outcomes of the recently held Investment and Economic Summit as part of efforts to accelerate economic growth and social development in Bauchi State.
Bala Muhammad further assured residents that even as his administration approaches the end of its second and final tenure, it remains fully committed to the delivery of key infrastructural and social projects.
He highlighted ongoing interventions in road reconstruction, mass housing, urban renewal, education, agriculture, economic empowerment and youth development, stressing that the government will continue to push the frontiers of progress across all sectors.
The Governor emphasized the importance of consultation, stakeholder engagement and community participation in governance, noting that accountability to the people remains a fundamental principle of his administration.
He reaffirmed the government’s belief in citizens’ rights to hold leaders accountable and reiterated the commitment to fostering a culture of collective responsibility and mutual care.
On security, Bala Muhammad reassured residents that Bauchi State will not provide safe haven for criminal elements.
He pledged continued support to security agencies and called on citizens to cooperate with law enforcement by reporting suspicious activities, stressing that security is a collective responsibility.
