Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri of Adamawa State
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Fintiri Dumps PDP, Joins APC

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Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri of Adamawa State has officially defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC).

The governor made the announcement during a statewide broadcast on Friday, confirming that his decision takes immediate effect.

Fintiri revealed that he is moving to the APC alongside all members of his cabinet, political appointees, and the elected chairmen of the 21 local government areas in the state.

Explaining his decision, the governor said the move was guided by the overall interest of Adamawa people and the need to promote national unity. He stressed that aligning more closely with the Federal Government would help the state secure greater support and fast-track key development projects.

According to him, the defection marks a new political direction aimed at strengthening cooperation and accelerating growth across Adamawa State.

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Published on February 27, 2026
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