A group under the auspices of Concerned Professionals for Good Governance, has praised Enegu state  Governor Peter  Mbah’s decision to defect from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP)  to the All Progressives Congress (APC), describing it as a step in the right direction for state’s development. 

This was contained in a statement issued by the  coordinator of the group Okechukwu Nwafor and  made available to newsmen on Wednesday

Nwafor commended Governor Mbah’s leadership and vision, citing the state’s progress under his administration. 

Recall that Governor Mbah had on October 14, 2025, announced his defection from the PDP to the APC, marking a major shift in the state’s political landscape.

Governor Mbah who stated that his  decision to defect was made after long reflection and consultation with his team, emphasized that the move was necessary to advance the state’s interests and align with the APC’s vision for development and progress.

“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 per cent  of Party Executives,” Gov.  Mbah said.

The governor highlighted the progress made in Enugu State under his leadership, including the completion of smart green schools, primary healthcare centers, and roads. 

He also noted that the state’s internally generated revenue had increased by 600 per cent,  assuring  the people of Enugu State that the defection would not affect the ongoing projects and that his administration would continue to prioritize service delivery and development.