The Digest:
Adamawa State Governor Ahmadu Fintiri has officially defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), announcing his decision in a statewide broadcast on Friday. The governor stated he is moving with his entire cabinet and all PDP officials in the state, citing the "developmental interest of the people of Adamawa State" as the reason for his defection. Fintiri's departure follows a wave of recent defections by opposition governors, including Taraba's Agbu Kefa, Kano's Abba Yusuf, and Plateau's Caleb Mutfwang, who have all joined the APC. The move significantly weakens the PDP's presence in the North-East and strengthens the ruling party's dominance ahead of the 2027 general elections. More details to follow.
Key Points
- Fintiri's defection deals a major blow to PDP's North-East structure.
- It continues the trend of opposition governors joining APC ahead of 2027.
- APC gains another state executive, while PDP loses key governorship.
- This signals the ruling party's aggressive strategy to consolidate power.
- The timing, with cabinet and officials moving, ensures seamless transition.
Sources: Daily Post Nigeria, Adamawa State Government
