Fintiri’s Defection Talks Intensify as APC Delegation Visits Government House

By Tgnews Reporter

The All Progressives Congress (APC) National Vice Chairman (North-East), Comrade Mustapha Salihu PhD (Sa’i Adamawa), today led a high-level delegation from the Adamawa State Working Committee on a courtesy visit to Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri at the Government House in Yola.

The delegation, which included State Chairman Barrister Idris Shuaibu, Organising Secretary Comrade Mustapha Atiku Ribadu, and other key party officials, engaged the governor in what sources described as frank and constructive discussions on recent political developments in the state.

Central to the engagement were ongoing rumors of Governor Fintiri’s potential defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the APC—a move that has dominated political conversations in Adamawa ahead of the 2027 elections.

The visit underscored the APC’s commitment to dialogue, political inclusiveness, and fostering unity for the greater good of the state.

During the meeting, the APC leadership reiterated its dedication to promoting peaceful political transitions, collaborative governance, and accelerated development across Adamawa. The discussions highlighted shared interests in stability, progress, and aligning state-level efforts with national priorities.

Governor Fintiri, who has faced intensified speculation following President Bola Tinubu’s recent visit to the state and the APC’s decision to postpone congresses in Adamawa to accommodate potential new members, received the delegation warmly.

While no official announcement regarding defection was made during the visit, the engagement signals deepening consultations between the governor and the ruling party.

Political analysts view the meeting as a key step in ongoing negotiations, with APC chieftains previously confirming that arrangements are being made to integrate Governor Fintiri and his structure into the party.

Such a crossover, if realized, would mark a major realignment in Adamawa politics and potentially boost the APC’s influence in the North-East region.

The visit reflects the APC’s broader strategy of building bridges and expanding its base through constructive engagement, even as opposition parties monitor developments closely.

As political realignments continue to shape Nigeria’s landscape ahead of 2027, all eyes remain on Adamawa, where Governor Fintiri’s next move could redefine party dynamics and power equations in the state.