Bauchi APC: Prioritizing Credibility Over Consensus
The article examines the political landscape of the Bauchi APC, arguing that credibility must take precedence over consensus in candidate selection. It notes that the consensus process has often been manipulated by elites, leading to candidates lacking grassroots support.
Historical electoral patterns in Bauchi reveal that imposed candidates have frequently failed, as seen in the 2007 and 2015 elections where voters rejected candidates endorsed by elites. Key figures such as H.E.
Barr. M.
Abubakar, the first APC governor in 2015, and H.E. Malam Isa Yuguda, who faced electoral challenges, are mentioned.
The article also discusses the role of Rt. Hon. Yakubu Dogara, a long-serving member of the House of Representatives, and the impact of elite decisions on APC's performance in the 2019 elections.
The narrative emphasizes the necessity for a candidate selection process that genuinely reflects grassroots support rather than elite imposition, which has historically led to electoral defeats for the party.
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