Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah, yesterday officially declared for the APC.
In his address to Ndi Enugu, the governor stressed that the decision was taken in the best interest of the people, describing it as “a conscious step towards fairness, partnership, and accelerated growth for our people.”
Why Enugu has left the PDP
Governor Mbah expressed gratitude to the PDP for providing a platform over the years, noting however that the loyalty of the South East to the party had not been reciprocated.
He regretted that despite nearly three decades of committed support, the region’s voice was consistently ignored in critical national decisions.
According to him, the PDP no longer represented a viable vehicle for advancing the aspirations of Enugu and the South East.
“Leadership demands tough choices,” he said, “and there comes a time when we must make bold decisions to secure the future and protect the interests of our people.”
Why Enugu is moving to APC
Governor Mbah explained that joining the APC was not about personal ambition but about ensuring Enugu’s progress and aligning the state’s destiny with the centre of national power.
He identified President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as “a partner in purpose – bold enough to make tough reforms, visionary enough to drive inclusive growth, and deeply committed to the South East.”
He highlighted shared convictions with President Tinubu, including disruptive reforms in the economy, decentralised development, and the Renewed Hope Ward Development Programme designed to uplift communities nationwide.
He stressed that the move is about fairness, respect, and integrity, and that the APC offers Enugu the partnership it deserves to deliver more to the people.
Assurance to Ndi Enugu
Governor Mbah reassured Ndi Enugu that the decision would not derail progress at home, stating:
“Our Igbo identity does not change, our destiny does not change. What changes is that our vision now has stronger reinforcement at the federal level. The projects you see today will not stall – they will be completed, and our momentum will only grow stronger. This move is, above all, about the people of Enugu and their future.”