Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, has formally crossed over to the All Progressives Congress, marking a significant political realignment that could reshape the state’s power dynamics ahead of future electoral contests.
The development was confirmed on Friday through a public statement issued by APC National Chairman, Nentawe Yilwatda, who disclosed the governor’s entry into the ruling party via a social media announcement.
According to Yilwatda, Mutfwang’s decision strengthens the APC’s national profile and signals a growing acceptance of the party’s governing philosophy across strategic regions of the country.
“Governor Mutfwang’s decision reflects a deliberate choice to align with a platform he believes can accelerate development and stability for Plateau State,” Yilwatda stated, describing the defection as both timely and consequential.
Furthermore, the APC chairman portrayed the move as more than a routine party switch, insisting it represents a commitment to broader national cohesion and inclusive governance.
He assured that the party’s leadership would work closely with the governor to translate political unity into tangible outcomes for residents of the state.
“We see this as a partnership anchored on shared responsibility and results-driven leadership,” Yilwatda added.
“Our focus now is to ensure that Plateau State benefits fully from this renewed political direction.”
However, specific details surrounding the negotiations or internal deliberations that led to the defection were not immediately made public, leaving room for further political speculation.
Notably, reports before Friday had indicated that Mutfwang was considering exiting his former party, fueling weeks of political uncertainty. His formal defection now confirms those suspicions and places him firmly within the APC fold.
Meanwhile, political observers suggest the move could trigger fresh realignments within Plateau State, especially among lawmakers and party stakeholders weighing their own political futures.
As events continue to unfold, attention is expected to shift to how the governor’s new affiliation will influence governance, party structures, and electoral calculations both within the state and at the national level.