The coordinator of Concerned Professionals for Good Governance, Okechukwu Nwafor, has praised Governor Peter Mbah's decision to join the All Progressives Congress (APC), describing it as a bold step that will accelerate Enugu state's development.
Nwafor commended the governor's leadership and vision, noting that his defection reflected a commitment to progress and effective governance.
He said Mbah's track record in infrastructure, education, and healthcare had already positioned Enugu as one of the fastest-growing states in the South-East.
Governor Mbah, who officially defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the APC on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, said the move was the outcome of deep reflection and wide consultation with political stakeholders.
"This is no whimsical decision. It's a collective move by the political family in Enugu State, comprising members of the National Assembly, members of the State House of Assembly, the State Executive Council, all the Local Government Chairmen and Councillors, all political appointees, and over 80% of Party Executives," Mbah stated.
He explained that the defection was aimed at aligning Enugu State with the APC's development vision and further advancing the state's transformation agenda.
The governor highlighted key achievements under his administration, including the completion of smart green schools, primary healthcare centers, and roads, as well as a 600% increase in internally generated revenue.
Mbah assured residents that his switch to the APC would not disrupt ongoing projects but would instead enhance his administration's capacity to deliver more effectively on its promises.