The defection of Adamawa State Governor Ahmadu Fintiri from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC) has been characterized by the Presidency as a significant setback for former Vice President Atiku Abubakar.
According to reports, Fintri declared that he was not alone in his choice to desert, as other important PDP officials in Adamawa State, including members of his cabinet, had joined him in switching to the APC.
According to Fintiri, the action was necessary to promote Adamawa State’s development and advancement.
In response to the news, Bayo Onanuga, President Bola Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, said on his verified 𝕏 handle on Friday that Atiku ought to leave politics and move to Dubai, his second home.
“Adamawa Governor Fintiri joins the APC, giving President Tinubu’s party complete control over Atiku’s home base,” he stated. For Atiku, this is a major setback.
Fintiri’s defection is undoubtedly a serious setback to seasoned presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar, as the poll is less than a year away.
In the state, his ADC is mainly unknown. Given that his governor has transformed the APC into an Adamawa juggernaut, he should definitely reconsider his aspirations.
“A politician has no business selling his candidacy to outsiders if he is not very popular at home.” It’s almost time for Atiku to think about leaving politics and moving to Dubai, his second home.
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