Bauchi: Governor Abubakar congratulates Bala Mohammed, governor-elect 

In a press statement signed by the Special Adviser, Media and Publicity, Ali Mohammed Ali, the Governor states: “I congratulate my brother, Sen Bala on this victory at the polls. I am delighted to note that inspite of the intensity of the campaigns in our dear state, a peaceful election took place without bloodshed.”

The statement further states: “Let me, therefore, invite the governor-elect to join me in working out the process of a smooth  transition. I sincerely thank the entire people of Bauchi state for their support to my administration and urge them to extend the same to the incoming administration.

“I also urge governor-elect to caution his supporters to be law abiding while celebrating  since the period of campaigns is now over.”