Fintiri’s Cabinet Swings Behind Him as 22 Commissioners, Advisers Dump PDP for APC

Fintiri’s Cabinet Swings Behind Him as 22 Commissioners, Advisers Dump PDP for APC

By Jamila Muhammad

A major political realignment unfolded in Adamawa State on Friday as 22 commissioners and special advisers formally defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC), declaring unwavering support for Governor Ahmadu Fintiri’s new political direction.

The mass defection came shortly after Governor Fintiri officially registered with the APC, signalling a significant shift in the state’s political landscape.

Chairman of the Commissioners’ Forum, Mr Alloucious Babadoke, announced that members of the State Executive Council had collectively resolved to follow the governor into the ruling party.

“On behalf of the 22 executive council members, we affirm our total loyalty and commitment to the administration’s vision by aligning with the APC,” Babadoke stated. “We believe the governor’s leadership has steadily transformed Adamawa into a reference point for development, and we stand firmly behind his political decisions.”

Echoing similar sentiments, Commissioner for Information Mr James Iliya pledged to galvanise widespread support for the party across the state. He said efforts were already underway to mobilise residents at the grassroots level to register and actively participate in the APC’s activities.

In a related development, the governor’s special advisers also announced their collective resignation from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and subsequent defection to the APC.

The Forum of Special Advisers, through a statement signed by its Chairman, Alhaji Bala Jada, explained that the decision followed broad consultations with critical stakeholders, including traditional leaders, youth organisations, women’s groups, and professional associations.

According to Jada, the move was driven by conviction rather than conflict.

“Our decision is not rooted in bitterness or division,” he said. “It is a carefully considered step taken after deep reflection and wide consultations with key segments of our society.”

The defectors expressed appreciation to the people of Adamawa for their continued trust and support, assuring them of intensified mobilisation efforts to strengthen the APC’s base throughout the state.

They further noted that the new political alignment would position Adamawa more strategically at the national level, enhancing the state’s ability to attract opportunities and effectively advance its interests within the federal structure.