A prominent socio-political group, The Forum for Northeast Development, has condemned Bauchi State Governor, Senator Bala Mohammed, and Major Hamza Al-Mustapha, former Chief Security Officer to the late General Sani Abacha, for their criticism of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s policies.
The forum, which represents the interests of the Northeast region, expressed strong support for the President’s reforms, particularly his new tax policies, asserting that they will significantly benefit the North in the long term.
In a statement released by the group, which was jointly signed by its Chairman, Alhaji Baba Mala Biu, and Secretary, Comrade Lawan Mohammed, the forum emphasized that it has closely followed the actions of President Tinubu since his inauguration and believes he is committed to the well-being of the nation. The group particularly praised the tax reforms, noting that they would have a positive impact on the entire northern region.
The forum also highlighted the importance of the Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, a member of the Northeast geopolitical zone, in supporting the administration’s policies. They expressed confidence that Shettima, as a trusted political figure, would not betray the interests of his people.
The group further criticized those within the northern political sphere, such as Governor Bala Mohammed and Al-Mustapha, for opposing a President who is working diligently to improve the country’s economy and foster growth. They urged Northerners to remain hopeful and supportive of the Tinubu-Shettima-led government, believing that the President’s economic and tax reforms will lay a solid foundation for sustainable development in the Northeast and beyond.
The Forum for Northeast Development said:
“First, we have no reason to complain because the Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, is from the Northeast geopolitical zone, and we believe he can’t betray us as a people, being one of the trusted individuals we rely upon politically.
“It is really unfortunate that some northerners, such as Bauchi State Governor Senator Bala Mohammed and former Chief Security Officer to the late former Head of State, Major Hamza Al-Mustapha, have raised voices against a President who is working hard to restore the economy and the indices of growth and development.”
