In a formal ceremony held at the Lion Building, Enugu, the All Progressives Congress (APC) presented its party membership card to Governor Peter Ndubuisi Mbah, confirming his defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the ruling APC.
The event was announced via the APC’s official X (formerly Twitter) account shortly after Governor Mbah’s public address in which he declared his decision to shift allegiance to the APC under the theme “Charting a New Course: Transition from PDP to APC.”
“The APC National Working Committee has formally presented the Party’s membership card to the Governor of Enugu State, His Excellency, Dr. Peter Ndubuisi Mbah @PNMbah, officially marking his entry into the APC,” read the party’s post.
In his state-wide broadcast earlier in the day, Governor Mbah explained that his decision was not driven by personal ambition or emotion, but was the outcome of months of consultations.
“Joining the APC is about ensuring Enugu’s development aligns more closely with the policies and programmes of the federal government under President Tinubu. We do this for the greater good of our people,” he stated.
He noted that although Enugu and the broader South East have long been loyal to the PDP, the region has often been overlooked during moments that mattered most. He sees this move as a pathway to amplify Enugu’s voice at the national level.
Governor Mbah also praised President Bola Tinubu as not just a political leader, but a “partner in purpose”, one willing to make tough decisions for Nigeria’s advancement.
“This is not a detour; it is a conscious step toward a stronger future for Enugu,” he affirmed.
He gave assurances that existing state projects, such as the Smart Green Schools, health centres, and road works, would continue and be completed on schedule.
“Our Igbo DNA does not change; our destiny does not change. What changes is that our vision now finds stronger reinforcement at the federal level,” Governor Mbah said.
Joining him in the ceremony were his predecessor Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi, members of the State Executive Council, National Assembly delegates, local government chairmen, and various political stakeholders.
The governor said that Enugu will now fully engage with the Renewed Hope Ward Development Programme, which aims to empower 8.8 million Nigerians across 8,809 electoral wards.
