Adamawa Governor Fintiri APC defection confirmed as he joins ruling party with entire cabinet for state development
Governor Ahmadu Fintiri of Adamawa State on 27 February 2026 announced his defection from the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, to the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, during a statewide broadcast.
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The governor confirmed that his decision includes the defection of his entire cabinet and all PDP officials within the state.
Fintiri cited the developmental interest of Adamawa State residents as the motivation behind the move.
The announcement follows a trend of high-profile defections to the APC, including Taraba State Governor Agbu Kefa, Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf, and Plateau State Governor Caleb Muftwang.
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Observers note that the defection could bolster the APC’s influence in the northeast ahead of the 2027 general elections, signalling a significant shift in regional political alignments.
