Fintiri's Defection Signals 'New Dawn' for APC in Adamawa – Abdulrahman Haske

Fintiri's Defection Signals 'New Dawn' for APC in Adamawa – Abdulrahman Haske

Abdulrahman Haske, a senior chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Adamawa State, has hailed Governor Ahmadu Fintiri's defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the APC as a transformative moment that heralds a “new dawn” for the ruling party in the state.Fintiri officially joined the APC on Friday, February 27, 2026, in a high-profile ceremony in Yola, where he was received alongside members of his cabinet, several PDP loyalists, and key political figures. The move ends years of PDP dominance in Adamawa and strengthens the APC's position ahead of the 2027 general elections.In a statement issued shortly after the defection, Haske described the governor's switch as a game-changer that would unlock new opportunities for collaboration, accelerated development, and improved governance in the state.“Today marks a new dawn for the All Progressives Congress in Adamawa State,” Haske declared. “Governor Ahmadu Fintiri’s decision to join our great party is not just a personal choice but a strategic alignment that places the interest of Adamawa people above partisan differences. This is an opportunity for wider collaboration to drive meaningful progress, infrastructure, security, and economic growth across our state.”The APC leader praised Fintiri’s leadership record, noting his contributions to education, healthcare, agriculture, and rural development during his tenure as governor. He expressed confidence that Fintiri’s experience and administrative competence, now combined with the APC’s federal backing, would bring even greater dividends to the people of Adamawa.Haske also extended a warm welcome to the governor’s former PDP associates who crossed over with him, urging them to work harmoniously within the APC structure to consolidate the party’s gains.The defection comes amid a wave of political realignments in northern Nigeria, with several PDP governors and prominent figures reportedly weighing similar moves to the APC. Analysts view Fintiri’s switch as a significant blow to the PDP’s northern strongholds and a major boost for President Bola Tinubu’s second-term ambitions in 2027.Party sources indicate that arrangements are already underway to formally integrate Fintiri into the APC leadership structure in the state, with speculation that he could play a central role in the party’s campaign machinery.Reactions from the PDP have been swift, with some leaders describing the move as opportunistic, while others expressed disappointment but vowed to regroup and present a strong challenge in future elections.   

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 - NigerianEye

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