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The Peoples Democratic Party and former Vice President Atiku Abubakar have congratulated the Governor of Bauchi State and Chairman of the PDP Governors’ Forum, Senator Bala Mohammed, on his 67th birthday.
In a statement issued on Sunday via its X handle, the PDP described Mohammed as a visionary leader who embodies the party’s core values of integrity, service, and dedication to the welfare of Nigerians.
The party said the Bauchi governor’s administration has recorded “remarkable strides in infrastructure, education, healthcare, and economic empowerment,” in line with its manifesto.
The statement read, “Born on October 5, 1958, in Duguri Town, Alkaleri Local Government Area of Bauchi State, Senator Bala Mohammed exemplifies the PDP’s core values of integrity, service, and unwavering commitment to the welfare of the Nigerian people.
“On this auspicious day, we celebrate Governor Mohammed’s enduring contributions to our great party and the nation. We pray for continued good health, divine wisdom, and renewed vigour as he leads Bauchi State towards greater heights,” it prayed.
PDP reaffirmed its solidarity with the governor and the people of Bauchi.
Also in a personal message on X, Atiku lauded Mohammed’s “visionary leadership” for transforming Bauchi’s development trajectory.
He cited the governor’s achievements in the road sector, which he said had boosted commerce and connectivity, and the completion of the state’s International Conference Centre, which will host the upcoming Bauchi Investment Summit 1.0.
“On your 67th birthday. Your visionary leadership has redefined Bauchi’s trajectory, most notably through the revolution of the road sector, which has opened up communities and enhanced commerce, and the completion of the iconic International Conference Centre, now set to host the maiden Bauchi Investment Summit 1.0.
“These landmark achievements, alongside your broader infrastructural strides, have transformed the landscape of the state and improved countless lives. On behalf of my family, I wish you continued success and a very happy birthday,” said Atiku, who has defected from PDP to the African Democratic Congress.
Born in Duguri Town, Alkaleri Local Government Area of Bauchi, Mohammed began his career as a journalist as News Editor for The Mirage Newspaper in Jos from 1982 to 1983.
He later worked with the News Agency of Nigeria.
He transitioned into public service in 1984 when he was appointed as an administrative officer in the Federal Ministry of Internal Affairs, Abuja.
Over the years, the governor has held several political roles, including Principal Administrative Officer in the Cabinet Secretariat of the Presidency (1994), Chief Supplies Officer at the Federal Ministry of Solid Minerals (1995–1997), and Assistant Director at the Federal Ministry of Power and Steel (1997–1999).
He has pivoted from Deputy Director and Special Assistant to the Minister of Transport to Senator representing Bauchi South Senatorial District, and later to Minister of the Federal Capital Territory.
As a PDP member, he became Bauchi governor in 2019 and was re-elected in 2023 for a second term.
