Governor Caleb Muftwang of Plateau State is set to defect from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).
The governor’s Political Adviser, Istifanus Nwansat, disclosed this on Monday in Abuja, explaining that the decision was driven by the deepening crisis within the PDP.
He said the internal turmoil in the opposition party has made it an unreliable platform for political actors seeking stability ahead of future elections.
Nwansat noted that after weighing all available options, the governor and his team concluded that joining the APC posed the least political risk.
He added that the move would also position Plateau State in alignment with the political direction and governance agenda of President Bola Tinubu.
According to him, the governor believes it is in the best interest of the state to align more closely with the Federal Government, especially in view of ongoing national reforms.
He stressed that while Muftwang remains appreciative of the PDP, the prevailing circumstances within the party have made continued membership impractical.
“This decision is based on our assessment of the political environment. Given the uncertainty within the PDP, moving to the APC is the safest option with the least risk,” Nwansat said, adding that the governor sees the alignment with the President as a responsible step for leadership and development.
Meanwhile, the Senator representing Ondo Central Senatorial District, Adeniyi Adegbonmire, has declared that there is currently no formidable opposition capable of unseating President Tinubu in the 2027 general election.
He described the APC as firmly positioned ahead of future polls, insisting that supporters of the President are already mobilising nationwide to secure his re-election.
Adegbonmire made the remarks during the Renewed Hope Mega Empowerment programme in Ondo Central, where about 900 beneficiaries received various forms of support.
He said the initiative was part of efforts to strengthen grassroots backing for both the President and the APC, which he described as Nigeria’s most viable political platform.
