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JUST IN: APC declares Mutfwang Plateau gov candidate

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  • Governor Caleb Mutfwang has been declared the winner of the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship primary election in Plateau State.
  • Mutfwang secured a significant majority of votes, winning in all 17 local government areas against his sole opponent, Yilcini Bida.
  • Mutfwang recently defected from the Peoples Democratic Party to the APC, a move party leaders believe will strengthen the state's position within the national framework.

In a significant political development for Plateau State, Governor Caleb Mutfwang has officially emerged as the governorship candidate for the All Progressives Congress (APC) following a decisive primary election victory. The declaration by the APC Committee Chairman, Fidelis Mnyim, after finalizing results from all 17 local government areas, confirms Mutfwang's overwhelming support within the party.

The total number of votes scored by Barrister Caleb Mutfwang from the 17 Local Government Areas of the state is 233,335, while Chief Yilcini Jan Bida scored a total of 3,070 votes Therefore, Mutfwang, having certified the requirement of the APC constitution and guidelines and having scored the highest number of votes, is hereby declared elected and returned as the Governorship candidate of Plateau state.

· Fidelis MnyimChairman of the APC Committee for the Plateau State House of Assembly and Governorship Primary, declaring the primary election results.

Securing a staggering 233,335 votes against his opponent's 3,070, Mutfwang's win was comprehensive, demonstrating a strong mandate from party members across the state. This victory follows his recent defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on December 29, 2025, where he cited a need for "clarity of purpose and effective service delivery." His subsequent alignment with the APC on January 2, 2026, has been framed by party leaders as a strategic move to integrate Plateau State into the national "Renewed Hope Agenda."

The APC leadership, including Chairman Idris Wase, has expressed optimism that Mutfwang's entry into the party will foster a "broad and unifying political platform" that prioritizes the interests of the people. They anticipate this alignment will pave the way for crucial developments in the state, such as improved road networks, job creation, enhanced security, and better living standards, attracting both public and private investments.

clarity of purpose and effective service delivery.

· Caleb MutfwangReason cited by Governor Mutfwang for his resignation from the Peoples Democratic Party.

This political maneuver is particularly noteworthy given Mutfwang's electoral history. He was initially elected governor on the PDP platform in March 2023, defeating the APC candidate. Although his victory was later nullified by the Court of Appeal, the Supreme Court ultimately reinstated him in January 2024. His current candidacy under the APC banner signals a significant shift in the state's political landscape, aiming to consolidate power and pursue development initiatives under a unified national vision.

a broad and unifying political platform that places the interests of the people above partisan considerations.

· Idris WaseChairman of the APC reception committee, describing the impact of Governor Mutfwang's entry into the party.
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