Members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Enugu State have erupted in jubilation following the confirmation that Governor Peter Mbah will officially join the ruling party next week.
The announcement was made by the APC National Chairman, Professor Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda, who revealed that the defection ceremony will take place in Enugu on Tuesday.
He added that Mbah will be joined by his aides, political allies, and several loyal followers in what is expected to be a high-profile event.
According to Yilwatda, the governor’s defection is part of a broader effort by the APC to strengthen its base in the South-East and prepare for future elections.
The move is already being described as one of the most significant political realignments in recent times within Enugu State.
Reacting to the development, Barrister John Diara, a prominent APC chieftain in Enugu, described Mbah’s entry into the party as a “welcome and strategic development.”
He expressed confidence that the governor’s presence would inject new energy and credibility into the party, positioning it for greater electoral success in the coming years.
“This is the best thing that has happened to Enugu APC in recent memory,” Diara said. “Governor Mbah’s defection is a signal that the APC is ready to take over the state in the next election.”
He noted that the APC’s poor performance in past elections was largely due to internal leadership crises and the selfish interests of some party stakeholders.
However, he expressed optimism that with Mbah’s influence and political network, the party would now be repositioned to win future elections convincingly.
“The truth is that before now, we were ashamed to identify with the APC in Enugu because of how the party was being managed.
But now, we are proud to say we belong to a ruling party that is attracting quality leaders,” he added.
Political observers believe Mbah’s defection could reshape the political landscape of Enugu State ahead of the 2027 elections.
Many see his move as a calculated decision to align with the ruling party at the federal level and secure stronger political leverage for the state.
As preparations intensify for the formal event, expectations are high among APC supporters who see this as a new dawn for the party in the South-East.
The ceremony next week is expected to attract top national and regional leaders of the APC, signaling the party’s renewed focus on the zone.
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