The Executive Governor of Plateau State, Barrister Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, is set to formally join the All Progressives Congress (APC) on Friday, January 2, 2026, following his resignation from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
Governor Mutfwang announced his decision in a resignation letter dated December 29, 2025, addressed to the Ward Chairman of the PDP, Ampang West Ward, Mangu Local Government Area, where he declared his withdrawal from the party with immediate effect.
In the letter, the Governor stated that his decision was guided by the prevailing political realities and his commitment to purposeful leadership, clarity of direction, and effective service delivery. He explained that the move to seek an alternative political platform was necessary to enable him to continue participating meaningfully in the political process.
The Governor expressed deep appreciation to the PDP for providing him the platform to pursue his political aspirations and thanked party members and supporters for their loyalty and support over the years.
According to him, joining the APC is a strategic and well-considered decision taken in the overall interest of Plateau State. He noted that the move would help align the state’s development goals with the policies and programmes of the Federal Government, thereby accelerating growth and delivering greater dividends of democracy to the people.
Governor Mutfwang reaffirmed his commitment to purposeful leadership, inclusive governance, unity, and sustainable development across Plateau State, stressing that breaking barriers of division remains key to collective progress.
The formal registration and presentation of the APC membership card to the Governor will take place on Friday, January 2, 2026, at the Victoria Gowon Hall, Government House, Rayfield, by 11:00 a.m. Thereafter, he will proceed to the APC Plateau State Secretariat at Kalwa House, Yakubu Gowon Way, Jos, to interface with party leaders and members.
Party faithful, political associates, supporters, admirers, and well-wishers have been invited to attend and witness the event.
