Bala Wunti: Building momentum for PBAT Door-to-Door Movement

The PBAT Door-to-Door Movement is a grassroots political mobilisation platform established to strengthen support for President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, and advance the electoral fortunes of the All Progressives Congress (APC) across Nigeria. Founded by High Chief Dr. Government Oweizide Ekpemupolo, popularly known as Tompolo, the movement is driven by the conviction that electoral victories are built through direct engagement with citizens, sustained grassroots mobilisation, strategic coordination, and genuine commitment to the party’s vision. Its central mandate is to mobilise 10 million votes for President Tinubu’s re-election, transforming political support into measurable grassroots action rather than leaving the ambition as a mere slogan.

In Bauchi State, the movement is steadily establishing itself as a formidable platform for political engagement, unity, and mobilisation. However, behind its growing momentum are individuals whose contributions extend beyond titles and public recognition. One name that has continued to echo throughout the visit is Dr. Bala Maijama’a Wunti, a respected political figure, one of the movement’s conveners, and a member of its Board of Trustees in Nigeria. His involvement reflects a strong commitment to strengthening the APC, advancing its electoral interests, and ensuring that the movement’s objectives translate into tangible results at the grassroots.

Dr. Bala Maijama’a Wunti’s political journey deserves particular recognition. Despite being an aspirant for the APC governorship ticket in Bauchi State and not securing the party’s nomination, he has remained consistent in promoting and supporting the APC. Rather than allowing the outcome of the primaries to diminish his commitment, he has continued to hugely invest his energy, time, influence, and resources in advancing the party’s interests. His conduct demonstrates that genuine party loyalty is tested not only when political opportunities favour an individual but also when the outcome falls short of personal expectations. His continued engagement sends a powerful message about discipline, perseverance, and commitment to a collective political objective.

As a convener and member of the Board of Trustees of the PBAT Door-to-Door Movement, Dr. Wunti’s contributions are not merely symbolic; they are reflected in the practical efforts to strengthen the movement and expand its reach. His commitment was particularly evident during the Bauchi State programme held on Saturday, October 10, 2026, at the Games Village in Bauchi. The event marked a significant milestone in the movement’s activities, bringing together APC stakeholders, party leaders, the movement’s national leadership, and supporters from across the state. It was more than a flag-off ceremony; it was a demonstration of political organisation, collective purpose, and the determination to build a formidable grassroots mobilisation structure ahead of the 2027 general elections.

One of the highlights of the ceremony was the distribution and handover of 31 branded campaign vehicles donated by the movement’s founder, High Chief Dr. Government Oweizide Ekpemupolo, popularly known as Tompolo. The vehicles, nevertheless, were handed over to coordinators and the Bauchi State APC governorship candidate, Mohammed Abdullahi Abubakar, SAN, to strengthen mobilisation, facilitate coordination, and extend the movement’s operational reach. Such a logistical support provides an important foundation for sustained political engagement across communities.

The success of an initiative of this magnitude depends not only on the availability of resources but also on the ability to mobilise stakeholders, coordinate participation, and create an environment in which the movement’s objectives can be pursued effectively. Dr. Wunti’s active participation and support were significant elements of the collective effort that made the Bauchi programme a success.

Anyone who attended the Bauchi State flag-off ceremony could appreciate the scale of the mobilisation and the enthusiasm surrounding the movement. The gathering demonstrated the importance of collaboration between the national leadership, state coordinators, party stakeholders, and grassroots supporters. Dr. Wunti’s contribution should be understood within this broader framework of collective action. 

As someone who has continued to support the APC both within Bauchi State and nationally, he has demonstrated a willingness to deploy his influence and personal resources towards a common cause. His role reinforces the principle that successful political mobilisation requires more than speeches, press statements, and newspaper headlines; it requires visible commitment, practical support, and sustained engagement with the people who ultimately determine electoral outcomes.

The APC, both at the state and national levels, has reason to recognise individuals who continue to demonstrate this level of dedication to the party’s growth and electoral success. Dr. Bala Maijama’a Wunti’s record of public service, combined with his continued political engagement beyond the civil service, reflects a commitment to contributing to national development through different avenues.

His support for the PBAT Door-to-Door Movement also illustrates an approach to politics that prioritises collective interests over individual disappointments. Importantly, his commitment cuts across political interests at different levels, with the broader objective of strengthening the APC’s chances of winning elections and consolidating its presence across the country. This consistency is a valuable asset in a political environment where enduring commitment is often measured by actions rather than declarations.

As the Coordinator of the PBAT Door-to-Door Movement in Bauchi State, I consider it both appropriate and necessary to acknowledge Dr. Bala Maijama’a Wunti’s contributions to the successful flag-off ceremony and the distribution of the campaign vehicles. Recognition should be given where it is deserved, particularly when individuals commit their time, energy, influence, and resources to advancing a collective vision. The ultimate task before the movement is to ensure that the ambition of mobilising 10 million votes for President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, becomes a practical and measurable achievement. That responsibility demands sustained grassroots engagement, effective coordination, voter outreach, and the involvement of committed stakeholders across all communities. 

Dr. Wunti’s contributions represent the kind of commitment required to move this objective beyond paper headlines and into meaningful political action. His efforts deserve acknowledgement, and the movement must continue to build on this spirit of cooperation, ensuring that no community is overlooked and no viable opportunity for mobilisation is left unexplored. Ultimately, the strength of the PBAT Door-to-Door Movement will be determined by the collective resolve of its leaders and members to translate their commitment into electoral results for the APC at every level suggested publication credit by the Coordinator, PBAT Door-to-Door Movement, Bauchi State Chapter.

The momentum of the political atmosphere that Bala Wunti generated through his massive supporters is strong enough to be given his flowers. This is because the name that people continue to chant “Bala Wunti, Bala Dai” from the Airport to the groundbreaking event says a lot about how impactful Bala Wunti does for the good people of Bauchi State, and at the same time, speaks more about his contribution to the party.

Auwal, State Coordinator, PBAT Door-to-Door Movement, Bauchi State Chapter, writes via [email protected]