Adamawa: 39 Advisers, 14 LG Bosses Switch to APC
Last update: February 28, 2026
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The chairmen pledged continued collaboration with the state government under the APC platform.
A major political realignment has rocked Adamawa State as thirty-nine Special Advisers to the Governor and fourteen out of the twenty-one Local Government Chairmen have defected from the Peoples Democratic Party to the All Progressives Congress.
CBI News reports that the defectors, however, reaffirmed their loyalty to Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, stating that their decision was taken in the overall interest of Adamawa State.
The announcement was made at a press conference in Yola by Bala Jada, Chairman of the Forum of Special Advisers to the Governor.
He explained that the move followed careful reflection, consultation, and conviction, aimed at advancing the development and stability of the state.
According to him, the purpose of the defection is to clarify their political position while reaffirming their commitment to the continued development, stability, and strategic advancement of Adamawa State.
He also expressed gratitude to Governor Fintiri for the confidence reposed in them, describing their roles in public service as both an honour and a responsibility.
In a related development, the Chairman of the Association of Local Government Chairmen, ALGON, in Adamawa State, Sulaiman Gangkuba, announced that fourteen local government chairmen have also defected to the APC in solidarity with the governor.
Gangkuba said the decision was reached after wide consultations with key stakeholders and dismissed claims of coercion.
He noted that the move was a collective decision, taken in recognition of what he described as the achievements recorded under Governor Fintiri’s leadership.
CBI News noted that the affected local government areas include Toungo, Ganye, Mayo Belwa, Numan, Shelleng, Lamurde, Guyuk, Yola South, Fufore, Hong, Maiha, Mubi South, and Madagali.
Political observers say the wave of defections signals a significant shift in Adamawa’s political landscape, a development that may reshape party structures and influence future electoral contests in the state.
