Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang has officially resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), effective immediately. In a letter dated December 29, 2025, addressed to the PDP Ward Chairman of Ampang West Ward in Mangu Local Government Area, Mutfwang thanked the party for providing a platform that enabled his participation in the democratic process. The letter, acknowledged by the ward leadership the following day, explained that his decision to leave the PDP was driven by a commitment to purposeful leadership, clear direction, and effective service delivery. He expressed gratitude to party leaders, members, and supporters for their backing during his tenure and recognized the trust they had placed in him.
Mutfwang’s resignation was not unexpected, as speculation about a possible defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC) had been circulating. The National Chairman of the APC, Prof Nentawe Yilwatda, recently announced at an event in the Presidential Villa, Abuja, that the Plateau governor is set to join the ruling party. This move is viewed as a significant development in Nigeria’s political landscape, particularly for Plateau State. Leaving the PDP—a party with which he has long been affiliated—could reshape the state’s political dynamics and influence the APC’s prospects in upcoming elections.
As the governor prepares to join the APC, observers will watch how this transition affects his relationships with former party members and the people of Plateau State. The APC is likely to welcome Mutfwang’s defection, seeing it as an opportunity to strengthen its hold on power both in the state and nationally. The development is expected to generate considerable interest and debate among political analysts and stakeholders across Nigeria, with many awaiting the outcomes of Mutfwang’s decision in the coming days and weeks. For now, his resignation from the PDP marks a new chapter in his political career, one that will be closely monitored by Nigerians and the international community.
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