Governors of Enugu State
Complete list of all 11 governors from 1991 to 2026 — 11 elected civilian governors and 0 military administrators.
Current Governor of Enugu State (2026)
Peter Mbah
Governor of Enugu State
| Party | APC |
|---|---|
| In office since | 2023 (3 years in 2026) |
Enugu State Governor Records
Full List of Enugu State Governors
| # | Name | Party / Type | Period | Duration | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Herbert Eze | Military | 1991 – 1992 | 1 yr | Former |
| 2 | Dr. Peter Ndubuisi Mbah | APC | 2023 – 2026 (current) | 3 yrs | Incumbent |
| 3 | Okwesilieze Nwodo | NRC | 1992 – 1993 | 1 yr | Former |
| 4 | Temi Ejoor | Military | 1993 – 1994 | 1 yr | Former |
| 5 | Mike Torey | Military | 1994 – 1996 | 2 yrs | Former |
| 6 | Sule Ahman | Military | 1996 – 1998 | 2 yrs | Former |
| 7 | Adewunmi Agbaje | Military | 1998 – 1999 | 1 yr | Former |
| 8 | Chimaroke Nnamani | PDP | 1999 – 2007 | 8 yrs | Former |
| 9 | Sullivan Chime | PDP | 2007 – 2015 | 8 yrs | Former |
| 10 | Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi | PDP | 2015 – 2023 | 8 yrs | Former |
| 11 | Peter Mbah | APC | 2023 – 2026 (current) | 3 yrs | Incumbent |
Governor Profiles — Enugu State
Herbert Eze
Military Governor/Administrator during the transition surrounding the creation of Enugu State. He continued briefly after the state was created in August 1991.
Dr. Peter Ndubuisi Mbah
Okwesilieze Nwodo
Civilian Governor during the short-lived Third Republic. He became the first elected civilian governor associated with the newly created Enugu State.
Temi Ejoor
Military Administrator appointed after the November 1993 military takeover.
Mike Torey
Military Administrator who governed Enugu during the mid-1990s.
Sule Ahman
Military Administrator who served during the transition period under military rule.
Adewunmi Agbaje
Military Administrator who served until the return to democratic government in May 1999.
Chimaroke Nnamani
Civilian Governor who served two terms from 29 May 1999 to 29 May 2007.
Sullivan Chime
Civilian Governor who served two terms from 29 May 2007 to 29 May 2015.
Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi
Civilian Governor who served two terms from 29 May 2015 to 29 May 2023.
Peter Mbah
Civilian Governor who assumed office on 29 May 2023. He was elected on the PDP platform but later moved to the APC and was reported by the Enugu State Government in 2026 as the APC gubernatorial candidate for the 2027 election.
Frequently Asked Questions — Enugu State Governor
Who is the current governor of Enugu State?
The current governor of Enugu State is Peter Mbah, of the APC. He has been in office since 2023.
What is the full name of the Enugu State Governor?
The current Enugu State Governor is Peter Mbah.
Who is the Deputy Governor of Enugu State?
The Deputy Governor of Enugu State serves alongside the Governor.
What is the Enugu State Governor's religion?
The religious affiliation of the current Enugu State Governor is not formally published in state government records.
What is the age of the Enugu State Governor in 2026?
The date of birth of the current Enugu State Governor has not been officially confirmed in public records.
Who is the wife of the Enugu State Governor?
The spouse of the current Enugu State Governor is not formally listed in state government public records.
What is the address of the Enugu State Government House?
The Enugu State Governor's official residence and office is the Enugu State Government House in Enugu.
How many governors has Enugu State had?
Enugu State has had 11 governors since its creation, comprising 0 military governors (or administrators) and 11 elected civilian governors.
Who was the first governor of Enugu State?
The first governor of Enugu State was Herbert Eze, who took office in 1991 as a Military Governor.