By: Monday Danladi, Bauchi
Senator Shehu Buba Umar, representing Bauchi South Senatorial District in the National Assembly and the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) governorship candidate for Bauchi State in the 2027 general elections, has dedicated the recent dismissal of a suit challenging his candidacy to all PRP members and supporters across Bauchi State.
On Wednesday, 23 September 2026, the Federal High Court sitting in Bauchi dismissed the suit instituted by Barrister Idris Gambo, bringing an end to the prolonged legal challenge.
Senator Shehu Buba described the ruling as a clear vindication of the party’s gubernatorial primary election held in May 2026, while reaffirming his confidence in the legitimacy of the process that produced him as the PRP governorship candidate.
He noted that the court’s decision provides a timely opportunity for party members to put their differences aside and focus on strengthening the party ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Shehu Buba extended an olive branch to the claimant, stating that if he genuinely desires the progress and development of Bauchi State, there is still ample opportunity for everyone to work together in the larger interest of the state.
He also commended his legal team for their dedication, patience, and professionalism throughout the various stages of the litigation.
The legal dispute had previously been heard at the State High Court No. 2, where Justice Hamidu Kunaza dismissed the case for lack of merit, before it proceeded to subsequent legal channels.
The Senator expressed specific gratitude to members of his legal team—including Jibrin S. Jibrin, Esq., M. M. Usman, Esq., F. D. Buwala, Esq., H. B. Pali, Esq., I. G. Agwam, Esq., and G. J. Dajot, Esq., along with other team members—for their steadfast efforts in defending the party’s position.
Furthermore, Senator Shehu Buba conveyed his profound appreciation to PRP executives at all levels, party stakeholders, supporters, friends, relatives, and people of goodwill who stood firmly by him throughout what he described as a challenging period.
According to him, this latest verdict should put to rest all doubts regarding the authenticity and legitimacy of the PRP primary elections conducted for various elective positions in Bauchi State.
He therefore urged all PRP members to unite and work collectively toward strengthening the party’s structures statewide, mobilizing supporters at the grassroots level, and presenting the party’s candidates and platform to the people of Bauchi State ahead of the 2027 elections.
Senator Shehu Buba emphasized that the PRP offers credible candidates and a platform built on progressive ideals, adding that unity, discipline, and grassroots mobilization will be essential to achieving the party’s objectives.
He reaffirmed his commitment to working alongside party leaders, candidates, stakeholders, and supporters to build a formidable political movement—one capable of engaging the people of Bauchi State on key issues of development, good governance, accountability, and expanded opportunities for all citizens.
Finally, he urged PRP members to remain peaceful, focused, and committed to the democratic process, stressing that political differences must not override the collective interest of Bauchi State, as contained in a statement signed by Comrade Sabo Mohammed, Special Adviser on Media and Communication to Senator Shehu Buba Umar, made available to Journalists on Saturday.
