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Gov Mohammed Clarifies Criticism of Tinubu’s Policies, Emphasizes Constructive Intent

Bauchi State Governor, Senator Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed, has clarified that his recent critique of certain federal government policies is not politically motivated.
In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mukhtar Gidado, Governor Mohammed reaffirmed his support for policies that benefit Nigerians while offering constructive feedback on areas requiring improvement.
The governor cited his extensive experience as a former Federal Capital Territory Minister, a two-term governor, and Chairman of the PDP Governors Forum as the basis for his insights into governance and policy-making.
“Governor Bala’s critique of the Tax Reform Bills stems from a commitment to inclusive governance and the understanding that effective reforms require broad-based consultation,” the statement read.
Governor Mohammed also highlighted President Tinubu’s legacy as a pro-democracy advocate and reiterated his respect for the presidency. However, he emphasized that respect in a democracy does not preclude constructive criticism.
The statement further addressed remarks made by Sunday Dare, Special Adviser to the President on Media and Public Communication, urging professionalism and diplomacy in public discourse to foster unity and focus on critical national issues.
Governor Mohammed called for collaborative efforts toward addressing Nigeria’s challenges while maintaining respect and accountability in democratic governance.
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Opposition no longer safe with recruitment of Osun PDP members into Amotekun – APM

The Allied Peoples Movement (APM) in Osun State has raised concerns over the alleged recruitment of members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) into the state’s Amotekun Corps, claiming it threatens the safety of opposition members.
In a statement issued on Friday, APM Chairman, Mr. Adewale Adebayo, criticized the recruitment process, alleging that non-PDP applicants were deliberately screened out. He warned that Amotekun, originally created to enhance security, was being turned into a political tool.
“We are disturbed by the protest by well-meaning Osun residents who applied but were deliberately excluded because they are not PDP members,” Adebayo stated.
He further alleged that over 1,000 PDP members had been recruited into the corps, describing it as an attempt to silence opposition voices. According to him, the recruitment exercise was merely a formality to cover up a pre-arranged selection process favoring ruling party members.
APM has called for the resignation of the Corps Commandant and Field Commandant of Amotekun, demanding an apology to the affected applicants and the people of the state. The party insisted that the security outfit must remain apolitical to maintain public trust.
Neither the Osun State Government nor the leadership of Amotekun has responded to the allegations as of the time of this report.
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