Bauchi NDC gov’ship candidate resigns from party

The Bauchi State governorship candidate of National Democratic Congress (NDC) Ibrahim Muhammad Kashim has resigned his membership of the party.

Kashim who announced his resignation in a letter addressed to Chairman NDC Bauchi Local Government, dated 16 October 2026 saying, “I wish to formally inform you that I have resigned my membership of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), effective 16th October 2026. This decision, which follows careful reflection, does not in any way diminish my commitment to the political struggle for a better Bauchi State.”

The letter reads, “My conviction remains that our dear state deserves purposeful leadership, a stronger economy, greater opportunities for our youths and women, improved security, and a future in which every citizen can live with dignity and hope.

Kashim added that in due course, “we shall communicate to you the next phase of our struggle and the direction we intend to take. Until then, I urge you to remain calm, steadfast, and united in our collective determination to build the Bauchi State of our dreams. Our mission is bigger than any political party; it is about the future of our people and the destiny of our state and Country.”

In a swift reaction, State NDC Chairman in Bauchi, Abdullahi Maigari Misau, said that the party was really shocked and surprised with his resignation especially the timing.

“We are not happy with his resignation particularly at the beginning of the electioneering campaign. We believe that as season administrator and a politician have personal reasons to leave but his exit won’t affect the chances of the party.”

“He has the right to stay or leave the party as an individual and we wish well but we hope and pray that his exit would turned to be a blessing to the party,” he said .

Responding on the fate of NDC governorship ambition in Bauchi, the chairman said, “We will discuss with our legal team to consult the Independent Electoral Commission (INEC) legal team on his replacement since he was nominated alongside a running mate.”

He called on members and supporters of the NDC to remain calm and assured them that the party would continue to pursue both governorship position and all other elected positions in the forthcoming general elections.

Although Kashim did not disclose his next move, sources close him confided that he might likely join the All Progressive Congress (APC) within the week.