Bauchi State Governor, Sen. Bala Mohammed, has called on residents of the
state and Nigerians at large to embrace unity, patience, and sustained support
as the country ushers in the 2026 New Year.
He warned that Bauchi state can no longer be used as a safe
haven for criminals and bandits.
In a New Year message issued by his Special Adviser on Media
and Publicity, Mukhtar Gidado, the governor expressed gratitude to God for
seeing Bauchi State and the nation through the challenges of 2025, describing
the transition into 2026 as an act of divine grace.
Governor Mohammed noted that despite prevailing economic,
political, and social difficulties, the people of Bauchi State remained
resilient, steadfast, and prayerful.
He commended
residents for their patience and perseverance amid economic hardship, assuring
them that his administration would continue to provide palliative support while
working towards long-term economic solutions.
The governor reiterated his administration’s commitment to
fully implementing the outcomes of the recently held Bauchi State Investment
and Economic Summit, describing it as a key strategy to accelerate economic
growth and social development.
He further assured residents that as his government
approaches the end of its second and final tenure, it remains committed to
delivering critical infrastructural and social projects across the state.
Governor Mohammed also emphasized consultation, stakeholder
engagement and community participation as core principles of his
administration, reaffirming the right of citizens to hold leaders accountable
and calling for collective responsibility and mutual care.
On security, the governor warned that Bauchi State would not
serve as a safe haven for criminal elements, pledging continued support for
security agencies, and urging residents to cooperate with law enforcement by
reporting suspicious activities.
As political activities ahead of the 2027 general elections
begin to intensify, he appealed to political parties, aspirants and supporters
to conduct themselves peacefully and in line with the Electoral Act, warning
that the government would apply the law against any actions capable of
disrupting public peace.
The governor called for sustained prayers and cooperation
from traditional rulers, religious leaders, stakeholders and politicians across
party lines to ensure lasting peace, unity and prosperity in Bauchi State and
Nigeria.
He concluded by wishing the people of Bauchi State and
Nigerians a happy and prosperous 2026.
Source: Bauchi cannot serve as safe haven for criminal elements – Bala Mohammed
