Prominent political, community, and grassroots leaders from Akpugo in Nkanu West Local Government Area of Enugu State have renewed their support for Governor Dr. Peter Ndubuisi Mbah, throwing their collective weight behind his anticipated re-election bid ahead of the 2027 governorship election.
The endorsement came amid growing political consultations across the state, with stakeholders insisting that Governor Mbah’s administration has demonstrated the leadership, vision, and commitment required to sustain Enugu’s development trajectory beyond his current tenure.
Speaking during a strategic gathering of community leaders and supporters, the Coordinator of Akpugo 4 Peter Mbah 2027 and Chief Executive Officer of Seamark Electric Plc and Golden Tree Hotel, Lagos, Chief Simon Eze, said the people of Akpugo remain united in their determination to support the governor’s second-term aspiration.
According to Eze, the movement enjoys the backing of a broad spectrum of the community, including youths, students, artisans, professionals, religious leaders, women groups, traditional institutions, and political stakeholders who share a common belief in the governor’s developmental agenda.
He noted that since assuming office in 2023, Governor Mbah has distinguished himself through bold governance reforms and transformative policies aimed at repositioning Enugu State as a leading destination for investment, commerce, and innovation.
“Governor Peter Mbah has displayed exceptional leadership and a clear vision for the future of Enugu State. His administration has continued to prioritize infrastructure expansion, economic empowerment, security enhancement, educational transformation, and job creation. These achievements have strengthened public confidence in his capacity to deliver even greater progress if given the opportunity to continue,” Eze stated.
The business leader further described the governor as a disciplined administrator, a committed patriot, and a loyal party stalwart whose leadership style has inspired confidence among citizens and stakeholders across the state.
He emphasized that the progress recorded by the current administration reflects a deliberate effort to consolidate previous achievements while introducing innovative initiatives designed to accelerate development and improve the quality of life for residents.
According to him, the principle of continuity remains critical to sustaining the momentum of ongoing projects and ensuring that strategic investments already underway yield long-term benefits for future generations.
“As stakeholders of Akpugo extraction, we have carefully assessed the performance of the present administration and arrived at a unanimous position. We believe Governor Peter Mbah deserves the opportunity to complete and deepen the developmental programs he has initiated. Our support for his re-election in 2027 is total, unwavering, and rooted in our conviction that he remains the best option for the continued growth and prosperity of Enugu State,” he said.
Chief Eze also called on residents across the state to remain supportive of the administration’s development agenda, stressing that collective participation and sustained political stability would further accelerate socio-economic progress.
He revealed that preparations were already in top gear for the forthcoming Akpugo 4 Peter Mbah 2027 Mega Rally, which is expected to attract thousands of supporters from across the state. He explained that the event would serve as a major platform for grassroots mobilization, civic engagement, voter education, and political awareness ahead of future electoral activities.
The stakeholders reaffirmed their commitment to working across communities and political structures to strengthen support for the governor’s vision, expressing optimism that continued collaboration between government and citizens would usher in a new era of sustainable development, economic prosperity, and inclusive growth for Enugu State.
They maintained that the governor’s performance in office has provided a strong foundation for future advancement and pledged to intensify outreach efforts to ensure broader public participation in shaping the state’s political and developmental future.
