PDP GOVERNORS' FORUM

The Peoples' Democratic Party Governors’ Forum (PDP-GF) under the Chairmanship of H.E. Senator Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed (CON), the Governor of Bauchi State, on behalf of all the member-Governors, heartily felicitates with H.E Barrister Peter Mbah Ph.D, the Governor of Enugu State, as he turns 53 years old today. 2.  The Forum joins his family, friends, and indeed all Ndi Enugu at home and in the diaspora, to give immense thanks to the Almighty God for his life, protection, good health, and the wisdom to lead Enugu State as Governor. 3.   The Forum is proud to state that the pacesetter spirit of Ndi Enugu known to thrive against the odds has been re-awakened by the Mbah-led administration  through its Midas touch in various sectors of the economy; even as his administration’s smart school system is unleashing the potentials of the generation-next for the competitive global work place driven by critical thinking, innovative solution models and cutting edge technology. ...

... .Proposes Remediation, Global Sanction For Polluters Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri, has again taken his campaign against environmental degradation and the impact of climate change on communities in the Niger Delta to the international arena. The Bayelsa governor on Monday advocated for the imposition of sanctions on polluters of the environment as well as a fund to compensate communities negatively affected by climate change in the region. Governor Diri, who stated this while delivering a keynote address on the first day of a four-day maiden DeltasUnite Summit of the United Nations Convention on Conserving of River Deltas (UNCCRD) at the Asian Institute of Technology in Bangkok, Thailand, said there was need for joint action by the international community to protect the world’s Deltas due to climate-induced environmental changes. He stated that coastal communities in Bayelsa State and elsewhere in the Niger Delta region of Nigeria were increasingly threatened by coa...

By Ejeh Josh  When in April 2024, a syndicate – faculty and participants in the Executive Intelligence Management Course 17 of the National Institute of Security and Strategic Studies (NISS) drawn from 26 agencies of 5 African countries; Nigeria, Ghana, Gambia, Chad and Rwanda – visited the Southeast zone to understudy the state of security affairs and draw strategic comparisons with their experiences (past and present), the West Africa security chiefs left some indelible impressions consequent upon the observation in Enugu.  Led by the directing NISS staff and syndicate supervisor, Bolarinwa Adekunle, the security team gave a graphic disconcerting observation of the situation of security affairs in 2022 and what it was in April 2024 – less than a year after Governor Peter Mbah assumed office as the state’s security chief. Blending a panoramic imagery of a radical shift from the dreadful state of the past where renegade non-state actors held sway, unleashed reign of terror and...

By Ejeh Josh Born March 17, 1972, Governor of Enugu State, Dr Peter Ndubuisi Mbah, has continued to receive encomiums from Nigerians, especially among his people, as he marks 53rd birthday anniversary. Different sections of the society are pouring in their tributes, describing the young governor as a man of many qualities, shattering the barriers of leadership and doing the seemingly impossible through his mantra of disruptive innovation which he introduced into governance.  “He has done it before. He did it in the private sector, where he disrupted the supply chain of the downstream sub-sector of the oil and gas industry. It was an unimaginable feat, and when he embarked on the journey, many of us who were already established players in that sector thought such uncanny idea would end up into a cesspit of nightmare and tale of failure. “He, however, pulled the plug. From 14 days to 24 hours. He displaced the inefficiencies, consigned the waste and singlehandedly saved the nation of...

The World Health Organization (WHO) has commended Enugu State Government for its outstanding leadership in advancing Universal Health Coverage (UHC) even as it declared the Executive Chairman of Enugu East Council, Engr. Beloved-Dan Obi Anike, the most Pro-Health Chairman in the state. The commendation was given during the official flag-off of the Enugu East Health Insurance Scheme at the Enugu Type-Two Primary Health Care Center in Emene at the weekend.  The WHO South-East Zonal Coordinator, Dr. Chukwumuanya Igboekwu, highlighted the initiative as a groundbreaking model, which marked the first time a council chairman in Nigeria had committed substantial resources toward community-wide healthcare access. Commending the chairman, Igboekwu emphasized that Enugu East’s proactive approach aligns with global best practices, strengthening health security and enhancing economic growth through a healthier workforce.  He further applauded Enugu State’s strategic healthcare reforms whic...

Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah, has signed an Executive Order relocating the current spare parts and allied trades markets as well as all other related industrial and commercial activities in the Coal Camp and other neighbourhoods within the Enugu Capital Territory to the site of the new International Spare Parts and Allied Trades Park. The new site traverses Udi and Ezeagu Local Government Areas along the Enugu-Onitsha Road of the state. The Executive Order is entitled the Designation and Establishment of the Enugu International Motor Spare Parts and Allied Traders Park, Nsude, Udi LGA and Ogwofia Owa in Ezeagu LGA and the Relocation of the Coal Camp Neighborhood and other Neighbourhoods in the Enugu Capital Territory to the New Enugu International Motor Spare Parts and Allied Trades Park Site. Speaking at the the brief signing ceremony witnessed by the state's Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Dr. Kingsley Udeh, and leaders of Enugu spare parts dealers at th...

Enugu State governor, Dr Peter Mbah, has said that his governance model was in key alignment with the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) also known as 2030 Agenda in order to ensure the delivery of the democracy dividends in the state. Governor Mbah, who said this during the hosting of the Regional Stakeholders Consultation on Nigeria's 2025 Voluntary National Review (VNR), South East, at the Old Government Lodge, Enugu on Thursday, disclosed that in compliance with the SDGs, his administration was committed to ensuring zero poverty headcount index, eradication of hunger through food security, affordability of clean water, hygiene environment and provisions of quality education and healthcare delivery. Delivering his address, the governor, represented by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Prof Chidiebere Onyia, at the event themed “Advancing sustainable, inclusive, science- and evidence-based solutions for the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and its Sustainab...

  •Reiterates Commitment To Implement S'Court Judgment •Inaugurates Okrika Grammar School Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has said that the other party to the Supreme Court judgment; Rivers State House of Assembly, needed to know that they are also to comply with the ruling, and do so with commitment that prioritises the interest of the State.  The Governor maintained that such resolve must engender collective action towards achieving peace in the State because it serves as the potent medium through which all the  arms of Government can function properly while creating public goods that benefit everyone. Governor Fubara, who spoke at the inauguaration of the 85-year-old Okrika Grammar School in Okrika Local Government Area on Thursday, emphasised that without an enduring peace, sustainable development will be hampered practically, while the sense of security, respect, tolerance, stability, and well-being to pursue goals will suffer. The Governor said: "Let m...

Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri, has said that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) was bigger than any individual and that its internal challenges would be fixed once the members resolve to tackle them. Speaking to journalists at the PDP national secretariat in Abuja on Thursday after the inauguration of the party’s South-South zonal caretaker committee led by Elder Emma Ogidi, the Bayelsa Governor said the political will to confront those fomenting trouble in the party resided with the members and not solely on the leadership. Diri, who is also Chairman of the South-South Governors Forum, stated that for the party to be competitive as the oldest in the country, it must look inwards and fix its internal issues. He said: “For me, we have to look inwards before accusing those outside our party. We have to first fix our internal issues.  “It is very easy to point accusing fingers. But the PDP has to sit back and tackle its internal challenges. That is only when we can sta...

It is with deep sorrow that His Excellency , Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State announces the passing of his beloved uncle, Alhaji Muhammadu, Abdulkadir ( Sarkin Alkaleri) who departed this life today, March 13, 2025, at the remarkable age of 100, following a prolonged illness. Late Alhaji Muhammadu Abdulkadir was a pillar of wisdom and an embodiment of dedication to his community. His century-long life was marked by unwavering commitment to the principles of good leadership, and service. As the Village Head of Alkaleri , he played a pivotal role in fostering unity and development within Alkaleri community and beyond. The funeral prayer is scheduled to take place later today at the village Head palace Alkaleri by 10:00am May Almighty Allah grant his departed soul eternal rest in Jannatul Firdaus and bestow strength upon the family and community to bear this profound loss. Signed  Mukhtar Gidado  Special Adviser , Media and Publicity to the Governor 13th March , 2025.

• Commissions Bori Zonal Hospital Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has explained that he was denied access into the premises of the Assembly Quarters to present the 2025 Appropriation Bill despite formally notifying the leadership of the House of Assembly of his readiness to do so. Governor Fubara made the explanation during the inauguaration of the Bori Zonal Hospital in Khana Local Government Area of the State on Wednesday. The Governor emphasised that, in complying with the Supreme Court judgment, it was pertinent for every actor to be more interested in saving the economy of the State and ensure that public sector workers are not subjected to untold hardship. Governor Fubara stated: "For that reason, I made all frantic efforts to reach the Speaker, which I believe, he cannot deny that, and other members of the Assembly.  "I went further to send WhatsApp information to him and others, notifying them that I will be coming  by 10 O'clock this morning to pres...