Senator Ndume Criticizes Daniel Bwala, Calling Him a Political Liability

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Senator Mohammed Ali Ndume, representing Southern Borno, has issued a stern rebuke to Mr. Daniel Bwala, a former aide to Atiku Abubakar and critic of the All Progressives Congress (APC). Ndume labeled Bwala as a "mad dog," asserting that he poses a political liability to President Tinubu.


The tension between the two escalated when Bwala accused Ndume of plotting to incite youth violence against him in Hawul, a claim Ndume vehemently denied. He suggested that Bwala's allegations were a ploy to garner sympathy and attention from President Tinubu.


Expressing his disdain, Ndume questioned Bwala's authenticity as an indigene of Hawul, criticizing his use of social media for personal attacks. Ndume remarked, “I usually avoid engaging with Mr. Bwala, who claims to hail from Hawul, a part of my constituency. Bwala is nothing but a failed lawyer and an empty drum making noise in Abuja.”


Ndume emphasized that his response was necessitated by the serious nature of Bwala’s allegations, which have security implications. He believed that Bwala's accusations were a strategy to gain police protection and possibly a job from the President.


Highlighting the integrity of the people in Hawul, Ndume dismissed Bwala’s relevance in Southern Borno’s political landscape. He noted that Hawul has produced credible leaders, including three former Deputy Governors, all of whom support Ndume. He stated, “Bwala’s attempt to portray the peaceful youths of Hawul as violent is baseless and does not align with their character.”


In his advisory to President Tinubu, Ndume warned against trusting Bwala, describing him as a "mad dog" who could turn against his own benefactor. He recounted Bwala’s history with the APC, noting how he defected to join Atiku Abubakar and began attacking Tinubu publicly.


Ndume concluded by urging Bwala to reconnect with his roots in Borno and reflect on his actions, especially with the upcoming 2027 general elections in mind. He encapsulated his sentiment with a poignant proverb: "If you feel sorry for a mad dog, it will turn around and bite you."

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