Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State says the Allied Peoples Movement (APM) is repositioning itself as a credible and constructive opposition party in the country.
Mohammed made the remarks in Bauchi on Friday, while receiving Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State, the party’s presidential candidate.
He said that APM has the capacity to provide quality leadership if given the opportunity.
“APM is steadily emerging as Nigeria’s leading opposition party and remains committed to offering constructive alternatives for national development,” he said.
The governor added that Makinde’s visit reflected the party’s tradition of collaboration and peer review among elected leaders.
According to him, governance required continuous interaction to share ideas and address common challenges.
“It is a continuation of our tradition of peer review, where governance is built on collaboration and interaction with colleagues at the sub-national and national levels.
“This will enable us to exchange ideas and improve service delivery.”
Mohammed expressed his deep respect for Makinde, whom he said has done so much for residents of Oyo.
“The transformation in Oyo is remarkable, with visibly improved road network, airport and other developmental projects. I have learnt a lot from Makinde.
“With him as our presidential candidate working tirelessly, and with the support of the party leadership, APM is well-positioned to take this country to greater heights.
“We have the knowledge, experience and human capital to deliver if given the opportunity,” he said.
Earlier, Makinde explained that the visit was to consult with Mohammed on issues affecting the party, insecurity and the future of democracy in the country.
He thanked the people of Bauchi State for the warm reception saying, “I have no regrets about coming to Bauchi.
“When there are issues, before I run to anybody, I will run to someone I know is of the same ideologies as myself, and that is why I came here this afternoon.
“I have been fully briefed, and I am taking back ideas that I will try to implement in my state,” he added.
