The Bauchi State Chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has called on the Federal Government to address the economic challenges affecting Nigerians. In a communique signed by its Chairman, Muhammad Hassan, following a stakeholders’ meeting, the APC expressed concern over the growing hardships faced by citizens and urged the government to take action to alleviate their suffering.
The communique stated, “On the current hardship being faced in the country, we call on the Federal Government to make further effort to alleviate the suffering of citizens, while the citizens shall pray for our leaders to deliver on their mandates.”
The APC also urged the Federal Government to revive and complete the Bauchi-Gombe Oil Project, emphasizing its potential benefits for the region. Additionally, the party recommended that all palliatives allocated to Bauchi State be distributed through elected or appointed representatives from the state to ensure transparency and reach.
In addressing internal party matters, the APC resolved to establish a disciplinary framework for addressing members who act against party values. The communique added, “The Party shall ensure justice, equity, and fairness in all future congresses, primaries, and general elections. We shall stand firm in support of all APC candidates in upcoming elections.”
The party also expressed full support for President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda and the two federal ministers from Bauchi State, Health and Social Welfare Minister Professor Ali Pate and Foreign Affairs Minister Amb. Yusuf Tuggar.
The stakeholders’ meeting included key attendees such as Bauchi South Senator Shehu Buba, former Governor Isa Yuguda, House of Representatives members, current and former state assembly members, and other prominent APC leaders in the state.