The All Progressives Congress (APC) has formally received Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang into the party, describing the move as a historic political development that reinforces the ruling party’s growing national strength and unifying appeal.
At the reception ceremony, APC National Chairman, Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, said Governor Mutfwang’s decision represented more than a political realignment, describing it as a collective step towards peace, stability and progress in Plateau State.
He disclosed that following the governor’s defection, key political actors and structures from other parties in the state had collapsed into the APC, positioning it as the dominant political platform in Plateau.
“Today, my joy knows no bounds. This convergence reflects the confidence of the people in the APC as a party of unity and action. Plateau State is now firmly on the path of political stability and collective purpose,” Yilwatda said.
He stressed that the party’s objective was not intimidation or exclusion, but responsible leadership anchored on unity and development.
“Our coming together is not driven by sentiment. It is about moving Plateau State in the right direction. Unity brings peace, and peace is the foundation of development. With this renewed unity, peace will permeate every community across Plateau State,” he added.
Yilwatda said the APC’s strength lay in its ability to unite people across political, ethnic and religious divides, adding that the party’s broom symbolised its resolve to sweep away division and political fragmentation.
He also highlighted the APC’s growing national footprint, noting that the party currently governs 29 states, with prospects of further expansion.
He attributed this to the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, whom he described as a reformer committed to economic stability and national development.
“Before President Tinubu assumed office, nearly 30 states were struggling with unpaid salaries. Today, states are meeting their salary obligations, and there is renewed capacity for infrastructure development across the federation,” he said.
The APC chairman assured Governor Mutfwang of the party’s full backing, expressing confidence that he would secure a second term based on performance, unity and popular support.
He concluded by calling on remaining political stakeholders in Plateau State to embrace the APC, describing it as a platform of opportunity, inclusion and sustainable development.
