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Governor Peter Mbah has justified the political movement to the All Progressives Congress, APC, in the South East as well as the decision of the South East to endorse President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to continue in office till 2031.

Mbah said that Tinubu’s endorsement and the massive movement to the APC, which now controlled three out of the five South East states were a paradigm shift grounded in pragmatism, noting that the region was already reaping the benefits of aligning with the centre.

The governor spoke at the South East APC Stakeholders meeting, which held at the Presidential Hotel, Enugu, on Saturday, saying, “it means that we are not standing at the crossroads of history; we are shaping history itself.”

On Tinubu’s endorsement, Mbah said, “I am thrilled even more so by the major goal of this meeting, which is to stamp a seal of endorsement on the President’s bold reforms and his candidacy in the 2027 election.

“This is no whimsical decision; it is rooted in facts – and the understanding that success as a region comes from vision that is clear enough to guide action, discipline strong enough to withstand pressure, strategy grounded in reality, and delivery that is relentless.

“Politics is nurtured by partnership; the willingness to trust each other, to align, and to work together even when the path is challenging.

“Enugu State has become a bastion of the APC. Under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s leadership, Nigeria has begun the difficult work of repositioning itself for long-term strength. Hard choices have been made for sustainability.”

Continuing, he stressed, “The Renewed Hope Agenda is beyond political slogan. This endorsement is a clear decision to stand together and push this momentum further.

“It is about understanding that the ambitions we hold for our people, for our economy, for our future, are best served when vision at the centre aligns with delivery at the states and vice versa.”

Mbah emphasised that for the South East, “there has been a clear recognition from the federal government that national progress cannot be achieved with any region standing at the margins.”

“We are seeing that recognition translate into action as our common aspirations are connected to national opportunities.

“For a region teeming with entrepreneurial zest, it is ironic that energy development and gas prospecting across the South East have long seemed a distant prospect. But this is becoming an active priority, laying the groundwork for industrial growth and jobs.

“The Eastern Rail Line, connecting Port Harcourt through Aba, Umuahia, Enugu and beyond, is back on the national map, restoring the arteries of trade and mobility that once defined this region.

“Equally heartwarming is the approval of the Enugu airport concession. This is a turning point that has positioned Enugu as an international gateway for the South East, given how it opens direct access to Africa and the wider world.

“These are not symbolic gestures. They are strategic decisions in support of our region. And they reflect something deeper: a federal leadership that understands the value of decentralised execution, of strong states delivering strong outcomes, and of partnership as a tool for national renewal,” he stated.

He emphasised that going forward, the South East would pursue unity of purpose, rather than fragmented politics, which he said had undermined progress.

“Our region’s chequered history reminds us how easily progress can be undone when unity gives way to fragmentation. But it also reminds us of what is possible when purpose is shared and direction is clear. What is emerging now is the influence of sustained coordination.

“In collectively affirming an end to decades of fragmented politics in the South East, we’re saying that the South East will no longer stand as a divided political unit.

“This is a moment to think clearly and act strategically, and to remain focused on outcomes. Let us lean into partnership, not retreat into suspicion.

“Let us build, rather than fracture. And let us protect and extend the progress already in motion. That is the work before us. And that is why this endorsement matters,” he concluded.

Sheuns:
You guys know your people well, still you choose to tell lies of delivering your states to APC and Tinubu.

You all know it won’t happen ever. Imo and Ebonyi that were APC in 2023 elections, how did they fare in the presidential elections?

Tenses:
I know tinubu is not that stewpid. If they are sincere and believe the president is doing well they should preach to their people how this administration is solving the problems peculiar to the SE. They should as a matter of fact tell SE people how much they have received both officially and nonofficially from the president.

These governors are doing the president great disservice.

Sheuns:
You guys know your people well, still you choose to tell lies of delivering your states to APC and Tinubu.

You all know it won’t happen ever. Imo and Ebonyi that were APC in 2023 elections, how did they fare in the presidential elections?

Tabithatim:
... Says "We've moved from crossroads of history to shaping history



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AMINDA:
Why should a president be doling out money "unofficially" to governors? What is he trying to hide? You remove all subsidies, tax the citizens and then proceed to give the money to governors with immunity who are in your party and then turn around to tell the citizens to hold their governors accountable.

Sheuns:
You guys know your people well, still you choose to tell lies of delivering your states to APC and Tinubu.

You all know it won’t happen ever. Imo and Ebonyi that were APC in 2023 elections, how did they fare in the presidential elections?

Sheuns:
You guys know your people well, still you choose to tell lies of delivering your states to APC and Tinubu.

You all know it won’t happen ever. Imo and Ebonyi that were APC in 2023 elections, how did they fare in the presidential elections?

reddingtonblack:
Can this rogues just mechonu and stop insulting our intelligence,

Allign with the centre .... what does that even mean

Lagos did not align with PDP 99 -2014 .. today which pdp state is better than lagos

Rivers did not align with APC 2015 - 2025 ... that is the 3rd richiest state in Nigeria, Wike commissioned project back to back

Is an insult when sycophants play this foul tune " align with centre" Delta governor oruwa after using 8yrs defected to APC to cover his sins Buh chanted align to center what more are they getting

Since Delta aligned with centre are they doing better than Oyo state, have they gotten more infrastructure

We say we practice Democracy ... irrespective of party every state as appropriated allocations and entitlement. Tinubu was only opposition yet centre sent allocation, even the one OBJ held down GEJ released it

if you want to defect to Apc to cover tracks do it, dont cumma n feed us bvllshit .. kini align with centre

KomonSense:
Peter Mbah you are digging your own political grave

If not for greedy Rochas Okorocha,

APGA would have been a dominant party in all 5 states of South East.

As far as the Whole South East is concerned,

APC is not acceptable and can never be accepted

Chucks13:
Mbah pls no meed to tell them infact even more than Obj and Gej Tinubu gave more to SE with no sentiment than any govt in the past yet they are not satisfy so its obvious even Jesus can not and never satisfy SE so no need telling them to align with the center because we are not going to give obi any chance to even come 4th position in 2027 its a promise we made after 2023 election and we will keep it if even heaven falls.