Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, revealed that he is considering a potential presidential candidacy, but would step aside if former President Goodluck Jonathan chooses to run.
He made these remarks on Thursday in response to a Non-Governmental organization urging him to run for the presidency.
Governor Bala Mohammed expressed his belief that Jonathan’s experience would make him a strong candidate and capable leader if he were to receive the opportunity to lead the nation.
“With regard to your call for me to present myself, I am still contemplating my chances as the leader of the opposition.
“I know there are good leaders within the PDP, especially my boss Goodluck Jonathan.
“I have always said that as long as Jonathan is around, I will not present myself for leadership of this country, unless he decides not to run.
“If we can persuade him to come forward, I will support him with my blood. Out of modesty, he is still not ready. I hope you will meet him and encourage him to run.
“He will do a better job because he has the experience. We know the prices of things; we know the level of inflation.
“During Jonathan’s regime, he was inclusive, addressing issues like the Almajiri system and creating initiatives for unemployed youths.
“His leadership recruitment was exemplary. We need leaders like him—young people with energy, foresight, and drive,” he said.
Bala Mohammed further stated that his criticisms of the administration of President Bola Tinubu are part of his responsibility to help put the country on the right path.
