Adamawa Youths Back Fintiri on Defection to APC

Coalition of Concerned Youth Adamawa State has pledged its support to Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, saying his anticipated defection to the APC is a welcome development.

The coalition led by Comr Gnashi H. Kadams, took a swipe at Abuja based politicians for allegedly plotting to frustrate  Fintiri’s highly anticipated move to the ruling APC.

Comr Kadams had while addressing press in Yola, Adamawa State Capital on Thursday, expressed support to Governor Fintiri, saying that his proposed move to APC will serve the larger interest of Adamawa people.

This is coming amid growing speculation about the possible defection of Governor Fintiri from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC).

He said the group deemed it necessary to respond calmly and objectively to reactions trailing reports of the Governor’s potential political realignment.

He described the development as a matter that should be considered in the broader interest of Adamawa State, particularly its youthful population.

“Politics should never be reduced to personal ownership or territorial control,” Kadams stated.

He criticized what he called attempts by some Abuja-based politicians to frame the issue around personal interests rather than the welfare of the state.

He also dismissed recent social media comments by Alhaji Abdurrahman Buba Kwacham, accusing him of raising false alarms and lacking electoral credibility in the state.

According to the youth leader, any political decision undertaken by Governor Fintiri would be guided by the overriding objective of promoting development, stability and prosperity in Adamawa, as well as strengthening collaboration with the Federal Government ahead of the 2027 general elections.

He noted that if the Governor’s move is motivated by the desire to attract greater federal support, improve access to national resources, enhance security coordination and accelerate infrastructure and youth development, it should be viewed positively.

He described as visible achievements of the Fintiri administration in infrastructure renewal, educational reforms, civil service restructuring and youth engagement initiatives.

The coalition emphasised the need for internal democracy and due process but cautioned against resistance rooted in fear of change or loss of political influence.

“Political evolution is part of democracy, and decisions should be evaluated based on their long-term benefits to citizens,” Kadams said.

They called for political maturity, inclusive dialogue and leadership capable of uniting rather than dividing the state.

They stressed that youth empowerment, job creation, security, infrastructure expansion and economic growth must remain central to any political alignment.

He urged leaders to avoid inflammatory statements and instead rally behind efforts aimed at sustaining peace, progress and purposeful governance in the state.