Bala Mohammed, Bauchi PDP end defection talks with APC over 60-40 power-sharing formula’s rejection

The Bauchi State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has discontinued discussions with the All Progressives Congress (APC) over the defection of Governor Bala Mohammed.

The Bauchi PDP Chairman, Sama’ila Adamu-Burga, disclosed this at a press conference in Bauchi on Saturday, April 18, 2026.

The APC National Chairman, Nentawe Yilwatda, and Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf recently visited and urged Mohammed to join the party.

Adamu-Burga said the PDP terminated the discussions after the APC rejected the conditions presented to it to pave the way for the defection of Mohammed and other PDP elected officials in Bauchi State.

Adamu-Burga listed some of the conditions rejected during the discussions to include a 60/40 sharing formula for the APC’s leadership, and a request for the reimbursement of funds spent on federal government’s projects executed by the PDP administration in the state.

He said: “We wish to clarify that the initiative for these discussions came from the APC. His Excellency graciously responded out of respect for the eminent personalities involved and in keeping with his commitment to dialogue and inclusiveness.

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“However, after extensive consultations with PDP stakeholders and careful consideration, it became clear that the conditions collectively advanced for such a political realignment were not accepted by the APC leadership.

“In light of this, we want to announce that the discussions have not yielded a conclusive outcome and are hereby formally discontinued.

“Consequently, the PDP in Bauchi State, in consultation with His Excellency and other critical stakeholders, is actively considering all available political options and political parties other than the APC.

“This is with a view to determining the most suitable path forward in line with the aspirations and best interests of the people of Bauchi State.”

While dismissing an alleged faction, Adamu-Burga said the PDP remained united and committed to strengthening internal democracy for sustainable development of Bauchi State.

“We remain committed to responsible leadership, inclusive governance, and the continued progress of our dear state,” he assured.