Initiative Backs Ex-Bauchi Gov Abubakar’s Return Bid

The Youth Forward Initiative (YFI), Bauchi State Chapter, has declared its support for the All Progressives Congress (APC) Bauchi governorship hopeful, Barr. Mohammed Abdullahi Abubakar (SAN), ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Abubakar served as governor of Bauchi State from 2015 to 2019, before losing his re-election bid to incumbent governor Bala A. Mohammed in the 2019 governorship election.

During a press conference in Bauchi, the chairman of YFI, Garba Musa, said the endorsement followed extensive consultations and a careful assessment of the leadership qualities, experience and capacity of those seeking to govern the state.

According to him, the decision reflects the aspirations of young people for competent, responsible, and visionary leadership capable of addressing the state’s developmental challenges.

“We have carefully observed the political landscape, consulted widely across our membership, engaged stakeholders and reviewed the records, capacities and leadership credentials of those aspiring to lead Bauchi State in the coming political dispensation,” Musa said.

“After extensive deliberations, the Youth Forward Initiative (YFI), Bauchi State Chapter, hereby declares its support for the aspiration and candidature of Barrister Mohammed Abdullahi Abubakar, SAN, former Governor of Bauchi State.”

Musa said the former governor possesses practical experience in governance, public administration, policy implementation and resource management, qualities he described as essential for effective leadership.

“At a time when Bauchi State requires tested leadership, we believe experience remains a valuable asset,” he stated.