Plateau, Bauchi governors reaffirm commitment to PDP’s unity in Jos

Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, a lawyer and Plateau State governor, has reassured supporters of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) that the party’s governors and critical stakeholders are committed to stabilising the party and restoring hope for Nigerians.

Governor Mutfwang made the declaration on Friday during a gala night in Jos, the Plateau State capital, where he hosted the PDP Governors’ Forum for a strategic meeting.

He expressed gratitude to the governors and party faithful who travelled from across the country to ‘The Home of Peace and Tourism’ to support the forum. He emphasised the importance of the gathering in charting a way forward for the PDP and restoring its reputation as the party of choice for Nigerians.

“Even though this is primarily a meeting of governors, it is gratifying to see party leaders and stakeholders from various states filling this room to support the Governors as we strategize to ensure not only the stability of our party but also its ability to continue providing hope to Nigerians,” Mutfwang stated.

Governor Mutfwang highlighted Plateau’s historical significance to the PDP, recalling that it hosted the party’s first convention to elect the inaugural president of the Fourth Republic and produced the PDP’s first national chairman. He proudly referred to Plateau as the “Home of PDP.”

He also reflected on the successes of his administration, asserting that peace and trust have been restored to the state following years of challenges.

“By the grace of God, after years of miserable leadership by the opposition on the Plateau, the people have welcomed their party back. I am determined to improve the lives of our people and fulfill the party’s mandate of social justice and empowerment,” he added.

Bala Mohammed, chairman of the PDP Governors’ Forum and Bauchi State governor, commended the party’s stakeholders for their unwavering support. He emphasised the PDP’s unity and its position as an unbreakable political party offering Nigerians hope and good governance.

“We are here on the Plateau, and Governor Mutfwang has shown us that Plateau is indeed a melting pot where everyone is welcome. The PDP remains an indivisible party. Despite minor hiccups, we are united with all organs and leaders of the party. We will continue to work together to provide Nigerians with opportunities for better governance,” Bala Mohammed affirmed.

Seyi Makinde, Oyo State governor and vice chairman of the Nigerian Governors’ Forum, also reassured PDP supporters of the governors’ determination to reform the party and restore its leadership role in Nigeria.

Other dignitaries at the gala night included Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri (Adamawa), Governor Kefas Agbu (Taraba), Governor Dauda Lawal (Zamfara) and deputy governors of Bayelsa, Enugu, Plateau States and IIiya Damagum, PDP Acting National.

Also in attendance were notable party leaders, including Jonah David Jang, former Plateau state governor; Ahmed Makarfi, former Kaduna state governor; Mu’azu Babangida Aliyu, former Niger State governor, among others.