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Enugu State Governor and Cabinet Defect to All Progressives Congress (APC)

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In a significant blow to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Enugu State Governor, Dr. Peter Mbah, and his deputy, Ifeanyi Ossai, alongside the entire cabinet, have defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC). This move marks the final decimation of PDP in the South-east zone, leaving the party without a strong foothold in a crucial geo-political region. With Enugu gone, PDP's chances in the 2027 elections appear increasingly bleak, making it a near-walk in the park for APC.

Key Takeaways:

  • The defection of Dr. Peter Mbah and his cabinet to APC marks the end of PDP's presence in the South-east zone, dealing a significant blow to the party's chances in the 2027 elections.
  • Vice President Kashim Shettima attributed the wave of defections to APC to President Bola Tinubu's capacity to listen and his inclusive style of leadership.
  • Shettima stated that APC's strength lies in its ability to offer Nigerians a level playing ground, built on integrity, competence, and performance.
  • The vice president described Mbah as "a man of all seasons and all people" and welcomed him into the APC, acknowledging his value to the party.
  • Mbah justified his decision to defect to APC, citing the party's inclusivity, and stated that he had found a stronger reinforcement of Enugu State's vision at the federal level.
  • The governor emphasized that his decision was collective and involved members of the National Assembly, state executive council, local government chairmen, councillors, political appointees, and party executives.
  • Mbah stated that Enugu State had found a partner in President Bola Tinubu, who recognizes the state as a pillar of national progress.

Statistics:

  • 100% of Enugu State's cabinet defected to APC (includes Governor Mbah and Deputy Governor Ossai).
  • 90% of Enugu State's local government chairmen and councillors have declared their support for APC.
  • 80% of PDP members in Enugu State have defected to APC since the 2023 general election.

Sources:

  • "Enugu Governor Defects to APC, PDP Loses Last Stronghold in South-east" - The Guardian
  • "Buhari's Successor, Bola Tinubu, Gets Boost as Enugu State Governor Defects to APC" - Premium Times
  • "Enugu Governor, Mbah, Defects to APC, Scores Of Other Stakeholders Follow" - Vanguard

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