Former Bauchi State governor Mohammed Abdullahi Abubakar won the All Progressives Congress primary on Saturday to secure the party's governorship ticket [1, 2].
The victory positions Abubakar as the APC candidate for the 2027 general elections [2], signaling a return to power for the former executive in a highly competitive primary field.
Abubakar defeated several high-profile contenders in the process, including former foreign minister Yusuf Tuggar and Bala Wunti [1, 3]. Party delegates provided a landslide victory for the former governor, ensuring he emerged as the party's choice for the upcoming cycle [1, 3].
Abubakar previously served as the governor of Bauchi State from 2015 to 2019 [1]. His win marks a significant shift in the state's political landscape as he overcomes rivals who held national-level positions within the federal government [3, 4].
The primary results were reported on May 23, 2026, confirming that the former minister and other challengers failed to secure the necessary delegate support to clinch the nomination [3, 4]. The APC now looks toward the 2027 general elections with Abubakar as its standard-bearer for the state's governorship [2].
“Mohammed Abdullahi Abubakar won the All Progressives Congress primary on Saturday”
The victory of a former governor over a former federal minister suggests that local party delegates in Bauchi State prioritize established regional executive experience over national diplomatic or administrative roles. By securing the APC ticket, Abubakar consolidates his influence within the state's political machinery ahead of the 2027 general elections.
