Enugu leaders pledge Tinubu 2027 support citing state progress after State House meeting
Enugu State political leaders, led by Governor Peter Mbah, pledged unalloyed support for President Bola Tinubu's 2027 re-election bid during a State House meeting on Tuesday, April 21, 2026. The delegation represented Enugu's seven million citizens and included Minister of Innovation Science and Technology Dr Kingsley Udeh, Chief of Air Staff Air Marshal Sunday Aneke, former Senate President Ken Nnamani, ex-governors Sullivan Chime and Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi, and former military officials.
Representing Enugu's seven million citizens, the delegation thanked Tinubu for federal investments in infrastructure, security, healthcare and education during his January 2025 state visit. Tinubu praised Enugu's development under Mbah, noting the governor's APC alignment followed sustained federal support. He stated economic reforms are yielding real outcomes nationwide, with governors across parties now partnering effectively with Abuja.
Mbah emphasized the delegation represents 'excited and grateful voices' of Enugu's population, declaring unambiguous support for Tinubu's January 2027 election bid. Former Senate President Nnamani affirmed Enugu will back the President, citing his role in bridging regional-federal divides. The pledge signals Enugu's political shift from its traditional PDP stronghold status in the South East.
With Enugu - a core PDP state - now aligning with APC ahead of 2027, what does this realignment mean for opposition strategy in the South East, and how might it affect your calculations about Nigeria's evolving political map?