…Says Enugu Residents Ready to Re-Elect Gov Mbah in 2027
Barr Josh Ejeh, a political analyst and public affairs commentator, says many residents of Enugu State are ready to support Governor Peter Mbah for a second term while pushing for stronger political alignment between the South-East and the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).
Speaking on political developments in Enugu and the wider South-East region, Ejeh argued that the outcome of the 2023 governorship election reflected growing dissatisfaction with the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) after years of leadership in the state.
According to him, Mbah’s emergence was driven more by public confidence in his competence, integrity, and administrative capacity than by party loyalty.
Ejeh, who is the Special Assistant to Gov. Mbah on Research and Publication, also claimed that the APC-led Federal Government and APC-controlled states had delivered notable developmental projects in the South-East, insisting that governance indicators support closer cooperation between the region and the ruling party at the centre.
The lawyer maintained that many residents of Enugu now favour continuity in governance because of the administration’s ongoing infrastructure projects and policy reforms.
“Governor Peter Mbah has transformed the fortunes of Enugu State and restored confidence in governance. Many people now believe continuity is necessary for sustained development,” he stated.
He further criticised the PDP, describing the party as being embroiled in deep internal crisis, while accusing some unnamed politicians of lacking credibility and effective leadership capacity.
He also referenced the political trajectory of former Anambra State governor, Peter Obi, noting his movement across different political platforms over the years, including APGA, PDP, and the Labour Party.
Ejeh said political realignments remain part of Nigeria’s evolving democratic process and urged political leaders to prioritise governance, economic growth, and policies capable of improving citizens’ welfare.