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Defection Rumours Trail Governor Mutfwang as Branded APC Materials Spark Political Tension in Plateau
Speculation over a possible defection by Plateau State Governor, Barrister Caleb Mutfwang, to the All Progressives Congress (APC) has intensified following the circulation of newly branded APC shirts and caps online, heightening political tension across the state.
The rumours emerge at a time when the APC in Plateau is undergoing rapid consolidation under its newly elected National Chairman, Professor Nentawe Yilwatda Goshwe. Since assuming office, Professor Nentawe has been credited with restoring internal discipline, unity, and strategic focus—drawing major political stakeholders back to the party.
Within six months, the Plateau APC has recorded several high-profile defections, including former allies of Governor Mutfwang, political bloc leaders, and grassroots mobilisers. Political analysts say the surge reflects widespread confidence in Nentawe’s inclusive leadership and growing dissatisfaction with what defectors describe as the PDP’s “internal crisis.”
However, rumours that Governor Mutfwang may be considering a move to the APC have triggered strong resistance within the party. Some party loyalists argue that unlike governors from other states who defect with strong political structures, Mutfwang lacks meaningful influence. They note that all but one National Assembly member from Plateau, as well as 22 of the 24 members of the State House of Assembly, are already in the APC. Several of the governor’s close associates—including his campaign Director General and ward chairman—have also crossed over.
The strongest pushback has come from the Association of Decampees to the APC, led by Hon. Mutbel Danlami. Speaking at a press briefing on 11 November 2025, the group dismissed the speculation and cautioned both the state and national leadership of the APC against admitting the governor.
Describing the Mutfwang administration as “hostile, exclusive, and directionless,” the group accused the governor of tribal favoritism, selective governance, and neglecting loyal supporters. Hon. Mutbel likened the idea of admitting Mutfwang into the APC to “helping Pharaoh cross the Red Sea,” warning that the governor would “destroy the party from within.”
The association added that their own defection from the PDP was driven by a desire for “inclusiveness, fairness, and purposeful leadership,” claiming that Mutfwang abandoned many of those who worked for his 2023 electoral victory. Hon. Mutbel further maintained that the APC does not need the governor to strengthen its electoral chances, saying “all those who supported him have already fled.”
As the rumours continue to spread, analysts note that Plateau’s political terrain remains highly volatile, with shifting alliances shaping the build-up to the next election cycle.
The controversy unfolds amid heightened political tension and rising insecurity across Nigeria, with recent attacks and emerging threats deepening public anxiety over governance and national stability.
The Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele, has warned President Bola Ahmed Tinubu against betrayal from some of his cabinet members and some governors within the ruling party.
In a statement signed by his media aide, Osho Oluwatosin, Primate Ayodele made it known that some of the governors in the ruling party are planning to work with former Vice President Abubakar Atiku towards the 2027 presidential election.
He made it known that some top members of the President’s cabinet will also work with the former Vice President.
He also said that Atiku is working with United States politicians.
Primate Ayodele said: “Atiku is planning seriously with the support of America to get victory. He will do a lot of things, and Tinubu shouldn’t be surprised that some governors he believes will work with Atiku secretly. Some members of his cabinet will work with Atiku secretly.”
Furthermore, Primate Ayodele revealed that INEC isn’t ready to conduct a credible election. But according to him, the date of the election isn’t good enough for a credible poll to hold in Nigeria.
Primate Ayodele said the election will be marred by violence and disappointment.
The cleric said that there will be consequences if the election is held on the said date.
He said: “INEC isn’t ready to do credible election, it can be marred with violence and disappointment. The day isn’t yet properly in order for an election that will bring a right president. There will be serious violence and inconclusive results in some states.
"The date isn’t too certain and there will be consequences if it is done. There will be fake ballot papers, and rigging will be the order of the day. INEC will also play their own part.”
Continuing, Primate Ayodele asked the President to do something urgently about the economic situation of the country because it will affect a lot of things.
“The economy hardship will fight harder, and the strategy to fight it isn’t sustainable. Tinubu cannot do this alone; his ministers ought to do something about it, and I see inflation will start rising significantly, and people will not be happy with this. Tinubu should quickly do something about it. They may feel it is not necessary but time will tell," he added.
‘Some APC govs, cabinet members will work with Atiku’ – Primate Ayodele warns Tinubu
Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Minister Nyesom Wike has taunted the 2027 presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, Peter Obi, saying the former Anambra State governor can only win the coming election on social media.
Speaking at a stakeholders’ town hall meeting in Bonny Local Government Area of Rivers State on Saturday, Wike said he would vote for Obi if the election were to choose a social media president but insisted that the NDC candidate could not govern Nigeria.
“Truly speaking, I give Obi president of social media. If you were voting for the president of social media, I would vote for him,” he said.
Wike also described Obi as a stingy politician whom the country's economy cannot be entrusted to.
DAILY POST reports that the Minister, who is heading the All Progressives Congress, APC, presidential campaign in Abuja and Rivers has always criticized Obi and other candidates.
He had also expressed confidence that President Bola Tinubu would be re-elected in the January 16 election, dismissing the chances of the opposition.
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