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My ambition won’t divide Bauchi APC – Tuggar

From The Punch · (2h ago) English

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TLDR

  • Yusuf Tuggar, former Minister of Foreign Affairs, has declared his intention to contest the 2027 governorship election in Bauchi State.
  • Tuggar stated his ambition will strengthen the APC's chances in the state and pledged loyalty to whoever emerges as the party's flag bearer.
  • His platform focuses on addressing developmental challenges such as poverty, unemployment, insecurity, and improving education and healthcare.

From the perspective of Bauchi State's political landscape, Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar's declaration for the governorship in 2027 is a significant development. As the immediate past Minister of Foreign Affairs, his entry into the gubernatorial race brings a national profile and considerable experience to the contest. His assurance that his ambition will not divide the All Progressives Congress (APC) but rather strengthen it speaks to a desire for internal cohesion, a crucial element for any party seeking to maintain power.

My political philosophy is that whoever emerges as the party’s flag bearer, I will not take my fellow party member to court. I will support and wish the person well.

— Yusuf TuggarStating his commitment to party unity and loyalty.

Tuggar's emphasis on party loyalty, stating he will support the eventual flag bearer, is a welcome message in a political environment often marked by internal strife. His commitment to addressing the state's pressing issues—poverty, unemployment, insecurity, and deficits in education and healthcare—resonates with the needs of the populace. His proposed focus on agriculture, SMEs, and solid minerals as growth drivers, alongside promises of improved governance and social services, outlines a comprehensive agenda.

I approached the party office before moving to the declaration ground because the party is the first point of call.

— Yusuf TuggarEmphasizing the importance of the party structure in his political process.

What makes Tuggar's bid particularly interesting from a local standpoint is his understanding of the challenges unique to Bauchi. His plans to tackle insecurity by strengthening community-police collaboration and addressing youth unemployment and drug abuse are direct responses to observable problems. Similarly, his focus on out-of-school children and vocational training targets specific demographic needs. His pledge for transparency and inclusive policies signals a desire for a more responsive government, which is precisely what many citizens hope for. His campaign is framed not just as a personal ambition but as a 'collective mission' to move Bauchi State forward.

We will ensure that no farmer fears going to the farm, no trader fears the road, and no child fears going to school.

— Yusuf TuggarOutlining his vision for improved security in the state.
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