The presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress, Atiku Abubakar, has promised to continue oil exploration at the Kolmani oil field in Bauchi State if elected in the 2027 general elections.
Atiku also pledged to restore subsidies on petroleum products and electricity, and to tackle insecurity in the North-East and other parts of the country.
The former vice-president made the promises on Saturday during a campaign rally at the Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Stadium in Bauchi.
He urged voters to support all ADC candidates, from the presidential to the councillorship elections, saying his administration would prioritise the welfare and development of the people.
Atiku thanked the people of Bauchi for their support in previous elections, promising not to take their loyalty for granted.
“Believe me, if you go by the past results, you are the state that has supported me the most with votes. I shall never forget that.
“And if you give me another opportunity, let me tell you three things I can do for you. I have already promised all Nigerians that I will restore the petroleum subsidy. Not only that, I will also restore subsidies on electricity power.
“Thirdly, I will generally restore security in the North-Eastern region and the country,” he said.
On the Kolmani oil project, Atiku said he would continue exploration to boost government revenue.
“I also promise that I will continue the exploration of petroleum in Kolmani so that we will have an additional source of revenue,” he added.
Atiku urged voters to protect their ballots in the forthcoming elections, saying they should ensure their votes were counted and the results transmitted before leaving their polling units.
“I want you to make sure you come out in your thousands, you vote for ADC, you ensure that the votes are counted and you ensure that the results are transmitted before you leave the polling unit.
“You are very well known for protecting your democratic rights. Please do so, from the presidential election up to the state assembly election,” he said.
The former vice-president also thanked the people of Bauchi for welcoming him back to seek their support, and pledged to repay their confidence if elected.
