The outgoing Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party in Plateau State, Chris Hassan, has said that he has no regrets about leading the party back to power in the state.

PUNCH Online reports that the state was under the control of the All Progressives Congress, with Senator Simon Lalong as governor, when Hassan — a former Commissioner for Works — took over the leadership of the PDP as state chairman in 2021.

Addressing journalists in Jos on Friday to mark his last day in office, Hassan, who was flanked by members of the state executive committee, including Senator Napoleon Bali, said the PDP administration currently steering the state was performing creditably.

“We have no regrets returning the PDP to power, and the current administration under the party is doing well,” he said.

Hassan, who served for over four years, expressed appreciation to the media for what he described as their consistent support and partnership with the PDP.

“Your steadfast coverage and professional commitment throughout our tenure gave our party the visibility and voice it needed,” he said.

The outgoing chairman highlighted the party’s successes in the 2023 general elections, including securing the governorship seat, two senatorial seats, five House of Representatives seats, and 16 seats in the House of Assembly.

“We confronted the then ruling party not with bitterness, but with conviction that Plateau State deserves better service,” he said.

Hassan also commended Governor Caleb Mutfwang’s leadership, describing it as a model for governance, peacebuilding, infrastructure development and accountability.

“His leadership has set a new standard, and we will continue to support his efforts to move Plateau State forward,” he added.

He urged party members to remain steadfast and loyal, noting that the recent wave of defections from the party was temporary.

“Soon, a stronger and more united PDP will emerge”, Hassan assured.

The outgoing chairman also congratulated the incoming state executive, encouraging them to build on the foundation of unity laid during his tenure.

Meanwhile, the party has scheduled Saturday, October 25, 2025, for its state congress, where a new executive is expected to emerge to pilot its affairs for the next four years. (The PUNCH)