From Joseph Asegba, Yola
The Commissioner for Works and Energy Development in Adamawa State, Adamu Atiku Abubakar, has resigned from the cabinet of Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri.
Adamu’s resignation is believed to be connected to recent political developments following Governor Fintiri’s reported move to Nigeria’s ruling party, the All Progressives Congress, ahead of the 2027 general elections.
In a letter dated March 2, 2026, addressed to the governor, Adamu formally stepped down from the State Executive Council with immediate effect.
In the letter, he expressed appreciation for the opportunity to serve, describing his tenure as a privilege under the governor’s leadership.
“It has been a rare honour and privilege to serve under your visionary leadership and to contribute, in my modest capacity, to the infrastructural growth and development of our dear state,” he wrote.
Adamu thanked the governor and the people of Adamawa State for the support accorded to him during his time in office. He also expressed gratitude for the confidence reposed in him.
“I remain profoundly grateful for the confidence and trust Your Excellency reposed in me throughout my tenure,” he stated, while offering prayers for the governor’s continued success.
His resignation comes amid shifting political alignments within the Atiku political family. Sources indicate that the development may be linked to efforts to harmonise political positions within the family ahead of 2027.
Recent reports suggest that Abba Atiku Abubakar has aligned with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, a move said to have altered long-standing political dynamics in Adamawa State.
While there has been no formal declaration of defection by Adamu, close associates described the resignation as a strategic move rather than a spontaneous withdrawal from office.
Speculation persists that he may remain in the Peoples Democratic Party to pursue future political ambitions, including a possible governorship bid, while others believe he could align more closely with his father’s political direction.
As of the time of filing this report, Adamu and his associates have yet to publicly announce their next political step.
