Yakubu Dogara, the former Speaker of the House of Representatives, disclosed that Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, played a pivotal role in Bala Mohammed’s win in the 2023 Bauchi State governorship election, SAVANNAH NEWSNOW REPORTS.
Dogara alleged in an open letter titled ‘Gov. Bala vs Wike: Let the Truth Be Told’ that Wike facilitated Mohammed’s emergence as the PDP candidate and provided financial support for his campaign.
Dogara’s revelations have surfaced amid the ongoing feud between Wike and Mohammed over the PDP’s internal crisis, with Dogara criticizing Governor Mohammed for his ingratitude and betrayal, saying he was not surprised by the governor’s recent comments against Wike.
The revelation introduces a new layer of complexity to the PDP’s internal strife, as members grapple with ongoing power struggles in the lead-up to future elections.