Enugu West stakeholders back Mbah, Tinubu for 2027, donate ₦100m for governor’s nomination form.
- +Enugu West Stakeholders Endorse Mbah, Tinubu For Second Term
Political stakeholders in Enugu West Senatorial District have endorsed Peter Mbah for a second term ahead of the 2027 general elections, alongside President Bola Tinubu.
Political stakeholders in Enugu West Senatorial District have endorsed Peter Mbah for a second term ahead of the 2027 general elections, alongside President Bola Tinubu.
The endorsement was made at a mega rally held at Awgu Local Government Headquarters, presided over by the senator representing the zone, Osita Ngwu.
Addressing supporters, Ngwu said the decision was based on the governor’s performance and delivery of key campaign promises, particularly in infrastructure and development projects across the district.
“We are not here by accident but by conviction. We have seen leadership in action and real progress,” he said.
He noted that the five local government areas in the zone—Aninri, Awgu, Ezeagu, Oji River, and Udi—had unanimously agreed to support Mbah’s re-election bid.
In a significant show of support, stakeholders also announced a donation of ₦100 million to enable the governor purchase his nomination form.The motion endorsing Mbah was moved by Speaker of the Enugu State House of Assembly, Uche Ugwu, and seconded by Hon. Ede Magnus.
Similarly, the endorsement of President Tinubu was moved by Hon. Sunday Umeha and seconded by former federal lawmaker Toby Okechukwu.
Responding, Mbah described the endorsement as “massive and historic,” expressing appreciation to the people of Enugu West for their support and confidence in his administration.He reaffirmed his commitment to economic growth, poverty reduction, and infrastructure development, while also acknowledging the role of federal support in enabling projects across the state.
Also speaking, the state chairman of the All Progressives Congress, Martin Chukwunweike, pledged the party’s backing for Mbah’s second-term bid, citing his achievements in office.The event was attended by several dignitaries, including former Senate President Ken Nnamani, lawmakers, commissioners, traditional rulers, and party stakeholders.
