BAUCHI, Nigeria – Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has accused President Bola Tinubu and the APC-led federal government of weaponizing state institutions, such as the courts and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), to persecute political opponents.
Speaking at a press conference, Governor Mohammed alleged that the federal government is attempting to criminalize Nigerians who refuse to align with the ruling party. “The APC-led federal government thinks they can use the court and the EFCC to prosecute Nigerians who are not in their party,” he stated.
Okay News reports that the Governor issued a stern warning against continued pressure, declaring a readiness to resist these actions openly. “If they don’t stop, we are prepared to declare a war. I assure you, we will not keep quiet any longer,” he said. He further emphasized his personal resolve, adding, “I will not allow anybody to criminalize me because I refuse to join their party.”
Reiterating his commitment to remain in the opposition, Governor Mohammed vowed to continue speaking out against any perceived abuse of power or the use of federal agencies to settle political scores.
