Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State has switched from the Peoples Democratic Party to the All Progressive Congress.
The governor announced this at a press conference on Tuesday in Enugu, the state capital.
The governor stated that he is committed to advancing the state’s interests and is confident that the APC platform will create more opportunity for collaboration and growth.
Mbah indicated that his decision to join the APC stemmed from his ambition to build a strategic partnership that would bring about dramatic change in the state and nation.
Mbah, who was accompanied by his immediate predecessor, Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi, as well as state and federal politicians, stated that the decision to join the APC was not taken lightly, but that it was important to better serve the state’s people and align with the party’s objective for growth and prosperity.
He said, “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 optimism 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 appreciated the PDP for standing by him throughout his election period but lamented that despite the South-East’s loyalty to the party, “our voices were too often disregarded.”
He expressed confidence that his new cooperation with the APC will result in a brighter future for Enugu and the nation.
“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,” he said.
