Bauchi Senator Shehu Buba Withdraws from APC Governorship Race
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- •Senator Shehu Buba announced his withdrawal from the APC Bauchi governorship primary on May 20, 2026.
- •The APC governorship primary in Bauchi is part of the preparations for the 2027 state elections.
- •Other notable APC candidates, including Tonye Cole and Siminalayi Fubara, have also withdrawn from their respective governorship primaries in 2026.
- •The APC presidential primary was held recently, with Bola Tinubu winning by a large margin in Bayelsa on May 23, 2026.
- •Senator Buba's withdrawal reduces competition within the APC Bauchi governorship primary.
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If the APC selects a consensus candidate after Buba's withdrawal The party may present a united front in Bauchi, improving its chances in the 2027 governorship election.
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