Nigeria, April 24 -- Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State on Thursday hosted the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, at the Government House, Bauchi.

Governor Mohammed told reporters that both leaders are actively seeking a "viable political platform" ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Following a closed-door meeting with Mr Obi and his entourage, Governor Mohammed also declared that he considers himself a "freelance politician," saying he currently lacks direct ties to any specific political party.

Governor Mohammed said the PDP and the African Democratic Congress (ADC) of Mr Obi are currently facing uncertainties.

"Neither PDP nor [the third-party interests] are standing alone. I am a freelance politician...