Ahead of the formal reception of Governor Caleb Mutfwang into the All Progressives Congress (APC), a socio-political group, Plateau Vanguard for Democracy (PVD), has outlined the enormous benefits the state stands to gain from the governor’s defection, urging stakeholders to embrace the development as a turning point for unity and progress.

The group called on political leaders, residents and all stakeholders in Plateau State to view the governor’s alignment with the ruling party as an opportunity to end years of divisive politics and channel energies towards peace, development and inclusive governance.

Speaking through its chairman, Mr. Christopher Ishaku, PVD described the defection as a strategic realignment that could transform political rivalry into collaboration for the greater good of the state.

“We should see this moment as one in which valuable assets that had been deployed in political brinkmanship will now be channelled toward the development of Plateau State,” Ishaku stated.

He emphasised that bringing together the governor’s political structure and former rivals in the APC would create a stronger, more unified platform to tackle the state’s longstanding challenges.

“The defection of the governor will consolidate the different tendencies in the state into a cohesive body that will ultimately make Plateau better,” he added.

The group insisted that Plateau’s advancement depends more on cooperation among leaders than on rigid party loyalties, stressing that the new political configuration should drive strategic unity and a renewed focus on tangible governance results.

According to PVD, the evolving landscape presents a rare catalyst for healing divisions, fostering inclusive leadership and delivering real improvements in security, economy and infrastructure for residents.

Governor Mutfwang’s defection has already seen him receive his APC membership card and pledge support for President Bola Tinubu’s re-election in 2027.

As arrangements conclude for the governor’s grand reception into the party, many observers believe the development positions Plateau for stronger federal support and internal harmony.

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