Enugu governor, Mbah finally defects to APC

Enugu State Governor, Dr. Peter Mbah, has finally announced his defection from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress after months of speculation.

The governor made this known at a press conference on Tuesday in Enugu saying that the aspirations of his administration align with those of the Bola Tinubu administration. He then blamed the PDP for not allowing a level-playing field for all stakeholders.

The governor said that he is committed to advancing the state’s interests and expressed confidence that the APC’s platform would provide greater opportunities for collaboration and growth.

Mbah stated that his decision to join the APC was his desire for a visionary partnership that would bring about transformative change to the state and the nation.

Mbah was accompanied by his immediate predecessor, Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi, state and federal lawmakers, among others. He said the decision was not taken lightly, but was necessary to join the APC to better serve the people of the state and align with the party’s vision for development and progress.

The Punch quotes Mbah as saying, “Today, after a long period of reflection, we have decided to leave the PDP and join the APC. We share a vision that transformation must be disruptive.

“I have found in His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, a partner in purpose, a man with the courage to look beyond today and make the tough choices that secure lasting prosperity for tomorrow.”

Mbah expressed confidence that his decision would bring about a new era of development and progress to Enugu State, saying, “The voice of Enugu people and indeed that of the South-East people would now be heard in Abuja.

“This is no whimsical decision. It is a collective move by the political family in Enugu state, comprising members of the National Assembly, members of the State House of Assembly, the State Executive Council, all the local government chairmen, all councilors, all political appointees, and over 80% of party executives.”

Mbah added: “To the Peoples Democratic Party which provided us the platform on which we campaigned and won, I extend deep gratitude. The PDP supported us through a demanding campaign and joined us in celebrating the victory.”