Enugu State Governor, Dr. Peter Mbah, has formally defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).
Governor Mbah announced his defection during a state-wide broadcast on Monday, describing the move as a strategic decision aimed at aligning Enugu State with the federal government for greater development opportunities.
Explaining his decision, the governor said his administration’s priority is to ensure that Enugu remains connected to the “centre of power,” adding that the state has already begun to feel the positive impact of President Bola Tinubu’s leadership.
“I believe that for us to continue to deliver on our promises to the people of Enugu, it is important that we align politically with the federal government. President Tinubu’s policies have been progressive and supportive of our state’s development efforts,” Mbah said.
The governor’s defection was accompanied by members of the Enugu State House of Assembly, local government chairmen, councillors, and other key political figures in the state, all of whom also joined the APC.
Mbah’s exit marks another major shift in the political landscape of the South-East, following earlier defections by Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and Akwa Ibom State Governor Umo Eno to the ruling party.
Meanwhile, reports indicate that Bayelsa State Governor, Duoye Diri, may also formalize his defection to the APC in the coming days.
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