Adamawa State Governor Ahmadu Fintiri has endorsed President Bola Tinubu as the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for the 2027 general election, stating that Tinubu is best positioned to guarantee Nigeria's stability and see through ongoing economic reforms.
Fintiri on Tinubu's 2027 Candidacy
Speaking during a grassroots engagement with APC executives and stakeholders in Madagali and Michika Local Government Areas of Adamawa State, Fintiri argued that Tinubu has demonstrated a clear and practical vision for national development, particularly through reforms aimed at reviving the economy, restoring investor confidence, and improving Nigeria's global standing. He contrasted this with opposition figures who, in his view, are prioritising political positioning over workable policy alternatives.
"Unlike other presidential hopefuls, President Tinubu has presented a practical roadmap for national development, while some opposition candidates are focused on politics rather than articulating workable policies capable of moving the country forward," Fintiri said.
Power Rotation Must Be Respected
The governor also raised the principle of zoning, insisting that fairness demands the presidency remain in the South. He noted that the North had served a full eight-year tenure under the late President Muhammadu Buhari and that the South deserves the same opportunity under Tinubu.
Fintiri assured that the APC would enter the next election cycle with greater unity, experience, and a firmer grasp of Nigeria's political landscape. He called on APC members and Nigerians broadly to support Tinubu's administration and cooperate with ongoing security operations, saying the gains made in addressing insecurity must be protected and built upon.
The engagement was attended by Deputy Governor Professor Kaletapwa Farauta, APC governorship candidate Tijjani Galadima, state APC Chairman Hamza Bello, and other senior party leaders. Officials described the consultations as a deliberate effort to deepen internal democracy, galvanise grassroots support, and reinforce cohesion within the party's structures ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Related Endorsements
In a related development, Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani dismissed the opposition's claim that the North will not vote for President Tinubu in 2027. Speaking about Tinubu's chances, Sani said the Arewa people will not vote based on religion, ethnicity, or tribe. He expressed confidence in Tinubu's return to power, noting that the North will massively support him.
