Another Opposition Governor Speaks On Possible Defection To APC

Adamawa State Governor, Ahmadu Fintiri, has addressed speculations surrounding a possible defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC), saying any decision about his political future would be guided by the wishes of the people of the state.

The governor stated this while speaking with journalists amid growing rumours about his alleged plan to dump the Peoples Democratic Party for the ruling APC.

Fintiri said politics is fundamentally about service to the people, stressing that he would not oppose any decision supported by the majority of Adamawa residents.

“There are a lot of rumours about whether I will defect to the APC or not. If that is the wish of my people, I will not object because politics is all about the people,” he said.

The governor also criticised individuals he described as “political merchants” for allegedly fuelling tension and spreading speculation about his political direction.

According to him, such actors were driven by fear and personal interests rather than the collective good of the people.

“There are people making noise, political merchants, who are treacherous and afraid. I am coming with value, prosperity, and strength to add to wherever we are going,” Fintiri stated.

Fintiri emphasised that his administration had built strong grassroots connections through developmental projects, infrastructure expansion, and investments in human capital across the state.

He maintained that the achievements of his government have enhanced security and public trust.

“Adamawa is secure because we have built organic connections through development and infrastructure, particularly in human capital. If my people say I should stay, I will stay and I will win,” he added.

The governor stressed that his administration’s performance and delivery of dividends of democracy would ultimately shape its political fortunes.

He reiterated that governance and service delivery remain his primary focus, regardless of political alignments.

“Wherever we go, the most important thing is that we have delivered, and we are going to win,” Fintiri said.