The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has affirmed the immediate past secretary to the Bauchi State Government, Barr. Ibrahim Kashim Muhammad, as its governorship candidate for the 2027 general elections in the state.
The affirmation was announced on Friday by the chairman of the Electoral Committee for the party’s governorship primary in Bauchi State, Paul Daniel, who said Kashim emerged through a consensus arrangement.
In his acceptance speech, Barr. Ibrahim Kashim expressed gratitude to the party leadership, delegates, and supporters for the confidence reposed in him, describing the nomination as a collective responsibility to the people of Bauchi State.
“This honour is not mine alone, it belongs to every young person searching for opportunity, every farmer striving to make a living, every mother hoping for a better future for her children, and every community yearning for development,” he said.
He noted that Bauchi State is richly endowed, from the fertile lands of Katagum to the communities in Bauchi Central and the resilient people of Bauchi South, adding that the state has the potential to thrive if properly harnessed.
However, he lamented persistent challenges affecting citizens across the state, including unemployment, poverty, weak infrastructure, and underperforming public services.
“Our youths are eager to work but lack opportunities. Our farmers work hard but earn too little. Our schools exist, but many do not equip our children for the future,” he said, adding that the current situation does not reflect the Bauchi people deserve.
