Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, the Plateau State governor, has distanced himself from the expulsion of Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT); Ayodele Fayose, former Ekiti State governor; Senator Samuel Anyanwu; and other key leaders of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).

The governor made his position known in a statement issued by Gyang Bere, his Director of Press and Public Affairs, and made available to journalists on Saturday night in Jos.

Governor Mutfwang explained that the issue of expulsion was never discussed at the PDP Governors Forum nor at the National Executive Committee (NEC) before the motion was introduced.

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“The Executive Governor of Plateau State, Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, has formally distanced himself from the expulsion of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) and former Governor of Rivers State, Nyesom Wike; former governor of Ekiti State, Ayodele Fayose; Samuel Anyanwu alongside other leaders of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP)”; the statement said.

He stressed that the proposal does not in any way represent his stance on the matter.

The governor described the move as ill-advised and poorly timed, particularly at a moment when the PDP is battling internal challenges that require careful and strategic handling. According to him, such an action could further widen cracks within the party rather than aid efforts to restore stability.

He emphasised that expelling prominent party leaders at this delicate period would be counterproductive to the broader objective of reconciliation.

Mutfwang urged stakeholders to focus on actions that foster unity, build trust, and strengthen collaboration within the party.

Reaffirming his commitment to a cohesive PDP, Governor Mutfwang called for dialogue, patience and collective responsibility among members.

He expressed confidence that only through inclusive engagement can the party rebuild, reposition itself and regain its footing ahead of future political engagements.