Bayo Onanuga, the Special Adviser on Information and Strategy to President Bola Tinubu, has taken another swipe at former Vice President Atiku Abubakar over the early morning defection of Governor Umaru Fintiri of Adamawa State from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).
Taking to his X platform on Friday, Onanuga said politicians must maintain strong home-state support before seeking broader national influence.
While highlighting the political implications of Fintiri’s move, Onanuga asserted that Atiku’s political prospects are fading as his coalition continues to “disintegrate”.
Earlier today, Governor Fintiri announced his defection in a statewide broadcast, saying the decision was driven by the developmental interest of the people of Adamawa.
He confirmed that several lawmakers, cabinet members, and PDP officials aligned with him, strengthening APC’s organizational presence in the state.
“Our aim is to accelerate development and ensure that Adamawa residents benefit from closer collaboration with the federal government,” Fintiri said.
Analysts say Fintiri’s defection consolidates APC’s influence in Adamawa, traditionally a PDP stronghold, and could affect voter sentiment ahead of the 2027 presidential election. Observers note that the move is likely to reshape political dynamics in the state.
