Governor Peter Ndubuisi Mbah of Enugu State has spoken and he’s not holding back. Despite all the political noise, rumors, and internal problems facing the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Mbah says he is staying loyal to the party. But at the same time, he’s warning that the Southeast region, which has always been a strong supporter of the PDP, won’t sit quietly if it continues to be treated unfairly.
Over the past few weeks, there have been several rumors going around especially on social media that Governor Mbah was planning to leave the PDP. Some even claimed he was talking to other parties or planning to "cross over." But in a strong and clear message, the governor shut down those stories. He said there’s no truth to them at all.
“I’m not leaving the PDP” he said firmly. “This is the party that gave me the opportunity to serve the people of Enugu State. I still believe in the vision, the mission, and the future of this party.”
He also used the chance to show support for the PDP’s leaders at every level. He mentioned the National Working Committee, the Board of Trustees, and especially the Southeast Zonal Executive Committee, praising them for their efforts to keep the party together even during hard times.
But while Mbah is staying loyal, he’s not pretending everything is perfect. One of the major problems he pointed out is the ongoing issue of the PDP National Secretary position. That role, by agreement, should be held by someone from the Southeast region. However, the position has been surrounded by confusion, and many people from the region feel like they’re being ignored.
“This is not just a small disagreement,” Mbah said. “It’s about fairness. If the Southeast continues to be ignored in major decisions, then people will start to ask themselves if they’re really welcome in the party.”
He warned that if this problem isn’t solved soon, leaders and members from the Southeast might begin to consider other political options.
Even though he expressed disappointment, Governor Mbah was calm and respectful in his approach. He made it clear that he is not trying to cause more division. Instead, he wants the party to come together and work through its problems. He believes the PDP can rise again and become stronger but only if it treats every part of the country with fairness.
“Unity is key,” he said. “But unity without justice will not last. We need to fix the things that are broken, and we need to do it now.”
Governor Mbah’s message matters a lot, especially for young people watching Nigeria’s political scene. It shows that leaders can speak up for their people while still being loyal to their party. It also reminds everyone that politics is not just about power it’s about fairness, respect, and doing the right thing.
The Southeast has been a loyal base for the PDP for years. Many young people in the region have supported the party through good times and bad. If the party fails to show them that their voices matter, that support could fade. This is not just about one position. It’s about trust. Other PDP chieftains at the meeting include the former National Chairman of the party and BOT member, Dr. Okwesilieze Nwodo; Senator Sam Egwu, Iyom Josephine Anenih, Senator Ben Obi, and Hon. Udeh-Okoye, among others once trust is broken, it’s hard to rebuild.
Finally, Governor Peter Mbah’s bold message is a wake up call. The PDP has the chance to fix this situation and show that it truly cares about all its members, from every region. But if the party ignores this warning, it risks losing more than just one state; it could lose the trust of an entire region. So now the ball is in the party’s court. Will they listen and take action? Or will they ignore the voices of those who have stood by them the longest?
Only time will tell.
