Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has declared that he has no apologies for his criticism of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s policies.
Recall that Mohammed of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP,
the main opposition party, had criticised the President’s policies in the wake
of the #EndBadGovernance protest saying he is implementing policies that are
inflicting hardship on the people.
Speaking during the State Executive Council meeting at the
Government House in Bauchi on Wednesday, Mohammed said as a leader with
national responsibilities, it is his duty to speak out on issues that may spark
controversy.
He clarified that his intention was not to offend or hurt
anyone but to address the situation accurately.
He highlighted the recent protests as a wake-up call, not
only for the presidency but for all levels of government.
“All of us here, as leaders—members of councils,
commissioners representing local governments—are aware of the situation on the
ground. You represent the people here. It’s crucial that we listen when
Nigerians raise their voices against poor governance, especially in areas where
expectations have not been met,” he said.
The governor pointed out that unfavourable national policies
and global economic conditions have contributed to the hardships faced by the
people.
However, he maintained that his criticism was constructive
and intended to benefit the president, the government and the citizens of
Nigeria.
“Whoever made harsh or critical remarks about me must
understand that it’s the cost of leadership, and I have no apology for that. My
comments were not meant to cause disaffection or insult anyone. This isn’t
about partisan politics—it’s about responsibility,” he concluded.
The governor assured that his administration would continue
to develop policies and programnes aimed at improving the lives of the people,
despite the challenges and limited resources.
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