Adamawa Gov Fintiri Gives Political Appointees 48hrs Ultimatum To Join APC Or Resign

Thursday June 11, 2026
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The Adamawa Governor Ahmadu Fintiri, has directed political office holders serving in his administration to either join the All Progressives Congress, APC, or resign from their positions.

According to reports, affected appointees have been given 48 hours to comply with the directive or vacate their offices.

The governor’s position was conveyed in a statement issued on Wednesday by his Chief Press Secretary, Humwashi Wonosikou.

The statement warned that political appointees who refuse to join the APC could face dismissal from their positions.

According to Wonosikou, the directive was introduced to maintain loyalty within the administration, strengthen discipline, and protect the integrity of public service.

He stated: “All political office holders serving in this administration who have publicly declared allegiance to, or defected to, other political parties are to immediately resign their appointments.

“This directive has become necessary to preserve government loyalty, discipline, and the integrity of public service.”

The governor maintained that political appointees are expected to support the policies, programmes and political direction of the administration they serve.