Enugu State Governor, Dr Peter Mbah, has challenged his political opponents to present verifiable records of their achievements and concrete development plans, insisting that the electorate should support leaders with proven performance rather than those who rely on propaganda.

Mbah made the remarks while addressing supporters during his re-election campaign activities ahead of the 2027 governorship election in the state.

The governor urged the people of Enugu to critically examine the credentials, track records and policy proposals of those seeking their mandate, arguing that leadership should be determined by what candidates have accomplished and what they intend to achieve for the people.

According to him, his administration had presented its records and development agenda to the electorate during the 2022–2023 electioneering period, insisting that political opponents should equally be prepared to demonstrate what they have achieved.

Enugu State Governor, Dr  Peter Mbah

“We’re dealing with a people without records because they cannot point to anything they have done in life. Not one,” Mbah said.

He alleged that some of those criticising his administration could not point to meaningful achievements, adding that the electorate deserved leaders with genuine records of service and accomplishment.

The governor asked Enugu voters to judge him and his political opponents by their records and credibility.

Mbah further challenged opposition politicians to articulate clear policy proposals for critical sectors, including education, healthcare, agriculture and the economy.

He maintained that political campaigns should be about presenting workable ideas and development programmes capable of improving the lives of the people, rather than engaging in propaganda and attacks.

The governor expressed confidence in the judgment of Enugu voters, describing them as politically conscious and capable of distinguishing between genuine development records and what he characterised as political misinformation.

He urged the electorate not to be swayed by what he described as propaganda from political opponents, but to remain focused on leadership, performance and demonstrable achievements.

Mbah’s remarks come as political activities gradually gather momentum ahead of the 2027 general elections, with the governor seeking another mandate to continue his administration’s development agenda in Enugu State.

…Pledge to Mobilise Support for APC Candidates Across Enugu

Youths from Awkunanaw in Enugu State have endorsed Governor Peter Mbah for a second term in office and President Bola Tinubu’s re-election in 2027, pledging to mobilise support for all All Progressives Congress (APC) candidates in the state.

The youths, under the aegis of the Awkunanaw Political Forum (APF), also rejected the governorship ambitions of other Awkunanaw indigenes seeking to challenge Mbah, urging them to shelve their aspirations and support the incumbent governor.

The resolutions were contained in a communiqué issued on Tuesday following the forum’s youth-led political convention held at the Enugu South Local Government Secretariat on November 10, 2026.

The communiqué, signed by the Director-General of APF, Hon. Arinze Nnamani, and the Executive Chairman of Enugu South Local Government Area, Hon. Caleb Onyema Ani, said the endorsement followed extensive consultations on the political and socio-economic development of Enugu State.

Declaring their support for Mbah, the forum cited his administration’s investments in education, healthcare, road infrastructure, transportation and security.

Specifically, the group highlighted the establishment of 268 Smart Green Schools, 260 Type-2 Primary Healthcare Centres, construction of over 1,521 kilometres of roads, five transport terminals and the deployment of more than 100 compressed natural gas (CNG) buses.

The forum also commended the governor for reviving moribund state-owned assets and completing abandoned projects, including Hotel Presidential, Nigergas Limited, Enugu United Palm Products Limited and the International Conference Centre.

Describing Mbah as its preferred candidate, the group said his leadership and development agenda aligned with the collective aspirations of the people of Enugu State.

Explaining its opposition to other Awkunanaw governorship aspirants, the forum recalled the support it said Nkanu East Local Government Area gave former Governor Chimaroke Nnamani during his administration.

“Our brothers from Nkanu East LGA showed us support during His Excellency, Dr. Chimaroke Nnamani’s tenure. We can only return the favour by standing in solidarity behind the governor,” the communiqué stated.

The youths also endorsed President Tinubu for a second term, citing his administration’s economic reforms, Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) student loan scheme, consumer credit initiative, infrastructure projects and Presidential CNG Initiative.

“We pledge our unalloyed loyalty to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and commit our organisational strength to ensuring total victory for him in 2027,” the communiqué added.

The forum further pledged to mobilise and campaign for APC candidates seeking legislative and executive positions across Enugu State.

It urged Awkunanaw youths to remain united and actively participate in the political process, declaring: “One Voice. One Destiny. Awkunanaw for APC!”

At the convention, former member of the House of Representatives and Director of Renewed Hope Ambassadors in Enugu State, Hon. USA Igwesi, warned constituents against split-ticket voting, insisting that political alignment between the state and federal governments was important for attracting development and federal opportunities.

Igwesi argued that supporting Governor Mbah while voting for a different presidential candidate could undermine the governor’s political influence and strategic position at the national level.

“This politics is a serious business. Those saying they would vote Peter Mbah and another party for the presidency are not doing Peter Mbah any good. If Tinubu loses, it will not augur well for Peter Mbah or our state’s strategic positioning,” he declared.

He further maintained that Tinubu’s re-election would create opportunities for federal appointments and infrastructure projects in the South-East.

“If Tinubu wins, appointments will come to us, and critical federal projects will continue to come here. We have many more reasons to vote for him. That someone is your brother shouldn’t make you lose sight of the general good just to vote for him. The South-East’s turn for the presidency will surely come, but not now,” Igwesi added.

Highlighting federal interventions in the region, he cited the establishment of the South East Development Commission (SEDC), ongoing gas pipeline infrastructure projects and the reconstruction of the Enugu-Port Harcourt Expressway as evidence of the Federal Government’s commitment to the South-East.

He also commended Mbah’s administration for its infrastructure development and efforts to revitalise state-owned enterprises, saying the initiatives were creating opportunities for sustainable employment among young people.

Igwesi praised the convener of the gathering, Hon. Arinze Nnamani, for bringing political stakeholders and youths together to mobilise support ahead of the 2027 elections.

Earlier, the Executive Chairman of Enugu South Local Government Area, Hon. Caleb Ani, welcomed participants and said the convention was organised to consolidate support for what he described as proven leadership at both the state and federal levels.

Ani praised Mbah for what he described as the equitable distribution of development projects across the 17 local government areas of Enugu State.

“I want to thank you all for coming because this event is very important and significant. Across every state and sector, we know what Governor Peter Mbah has been able to achieve across all 17 local government areas,” he said.

The council chairman noted that projects ranging from Smart Green Schools to Type-2 Primary Healthcare Centres were transforming communities across the state.

“All of us are going to align with that which is very beneficial to the development strategy and strength of Governor Peter Mbah. Enugu State is moving forward, and we must stay on this path of accelerated development,” Ani added.

Also speaking, the Director-General of the Awkunanaw Political Forum, Hon. Arinze Nnamani, said the political direction of the council area ahead of 2027 had been established through the collective resolve of its elders and stakeholders.

He called for the alignment of candidates seeking elective positions in the Senate, House of Representatives and Enugu State House of Assembly with the political direction of the state’s executive leadership.

“We are performing as assembly members, senators and representative members to say clearly that come 2027, there will be no vacancy in Government House or the Villa. We must make sure we are part of the winning team,” Nnamani declared.

He urged youths to resist monetary inducements and ethnic sentiments from opposition politicians, stressing that long-term development should take precedence over short-term political benefits.

“This gathering is more than a political gathering; we want to awaken our conscience. Letting money dictate your vote or hearing someone tell you ‘you are getting richer’ tomorrow will only make you lose sight of what this government has already started doing for our future,” he said.

Other political leaders and stakeholders who expressed support for the joint endorsement included the Chairman of Udi Local Government Area, Hon. Engr. Hyginus O.; member representing Nkanu West Constituency in the Enugu State House of Assembly, Hon. Iloabuchi Ani; member representing Ezeagu Constituency, Rt. Hon. Chima Obieze; and Deputy Chief Whip and member representing Enugu South Constituency II, Hon. Princess Obiajulu Ugwu.

Others were the Chief Fire Officer of the Enugu State Fire Service, Engr. Okwudili Ohaa; Chief Dr. John Egbo, Deputy Sheriff (Rtd.) and Managing Director of Enugu East Zone Terminals; Hon. Ifeanyichukwu Nnamani, APC candidate for Nkanu West House of Assembly; Dr. Amaka Ngene; Chairman of STVSMB, Hon. Samuel Okoro; and Special Assistant to the Governor on Mining and Solid Minerals.

Also present were Dr. Kenechukwu Nnamani, Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of the Enugu State Investment Development Authority; Rt. Hon. Paul Okechukwu Ogbe, Senior Special Assistant on Youth Mobilisation, Enugu East; Chief Chijioke Oscar Ngene, former Deputy Chairman of Nkanu West and Special Adviser to the governor; and Engr. Ogugua Emehelu, Special Adviser on Works and Infrastructure to Governor Mbah, among others.

The speakers maintained that Tinubu and Mbah were their preferred candidates for the 2027 elections, urging the people of Awkunanaw to support APC candidates across all levels of government.

The convention ended with a voice vote by delegates adopting Tinubu and Mbah as their preferred candidates for the 2027 presidential and governorship elections.

Youth leaders also pledged to replicate the mobilisation and sensitisation campaign across all political wards in Awkunanaw ahead of the elections.

Panic and tension erupted in the Oregun area of Ikeja, Lagos State, on Thursday, November 12, 2026, after suspected political thugs disrupted a town hall meeting organised by the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC).

The attackers, reportedly armed with cutlasses, cudgels and stones, stormed the venue shortly before the scheduled appearance of the party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi, and his running mate, Rabiu Kwankwaso.

The sudden invasion forced the meeting to a halt as attendees scampered for safety amid the ensuing chaos. Chairs were reportedly thrown around as participants struggled to escape the attack.

However, some NDC supporters reportedly resisted the attackers, with one of the suspected assailants allegedly overpowered and apprehended during the confrontation.

Reacting to the incident, the NDC National Publicity Secretary, Osa Director, accused the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) of being behind the attack, questioning why opposition activities were being targeted ahead of the 2027 general elections.

However, the allegation has not been independently established, while neither the APC nor the Lagos State Police Command had issued an official statement on the incident or the identities of those involved as of the time of filing this report.

The Lagos incident comes just four days after a reported attack on an NDC-organised “1 Million Man March” in Asaba, Delta State, raising fresh concerns over political violence and the safety of political gatherings ahead of the 2027 general elections.

The latest disruption has further heightened concerns about the need for security agencies to protect political gatherings and ensure that all parties can freely exercise their democratic rights without intimidation or violence.