Adamawa state latest news on politics
Here are some of the latest news on politics in Adamawa State:
Recent Developments:
- Governor Fintiri's Re-Election Bid: The Governor of Adamawa State, Ahmadu Fintiri, has announced his intention to seek re-election in the 2023 governorship election. Fintiri, who is a member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has been in office since 2019.
- APC Crisis: The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Adamawa State is currently embroiled in a crisis following the suspension of the party's chairman, Ibrahim Bilal, by the National Working Committee (NWC) of the party. The crisis has led to factionalization of the party, with some members pledging allegiance to Bilal while others support the NWC's decision.
- PDP Primaries: The PDP in Adamawa State has concluded its governorship primaries, with Fintiri emerging as the party's candidate. The primaries were marred by controversy, with some aspirants complaining of irregularities and intimidation by party officials.
- Security Challenges: Adamawa State has been grappling with security challenges, including banditry, kidnapping, and cattle rustling. The state government has launched several initiatives to address the security concerns, including the establishment of a special task force to combat banditry.
Recent Quotes:
- "I am committed to serving the people of Adamawa State and will not be deterred by the challenges we are facing. I will continue to work tirelessly to ensure the state's development and security." - Governor Ahmadu Fintiri
- "The APC in Adamawa State is in crisis because of the mismanagement of the party by the state chairman, Ibrahim Bilal. We will not be intimidated by his suspension and will continue to work for the party's success." - APC chieftain, Abdulrahman Abba
- "The PDP's governorship primaries were a sham. We will challenge the outcome in court and ensure that justice is served." - PDP aspirant, Umaru Fintiri
Recent Events:
- Governor Fintiri's Inauguration: Governor Fintiri was inaugurated for his second term in office on May 29, 2023.
- APC Stakeholders' Meeting: The APC in Adamawa State held a stakeholders' meeting on June 10, 2023, to discuss the party's crisis and the way forward.
- PDP Rally: The PDP in Adamawa State held a rally on June 15, 2023, to celebrate Fintiri's emergence as the party's governorship candidate.
Recent Opinions:
- "Governor Fintiri has done well in his first term, but he needs to do more to address the security challenges facing the state." - Adamawa State resident
- "The APC crisis is a blessing in disguise for the PDP. We will capitalize on the division to win the 2023 governorship election." - PDP chieftain
- "The state government should focus on providing basic amenities like electricity, water, and healthcare to the people. Security is important, but it's not the only issue." - Adamawa State resident
Please note that these are just some of the latest news on politics in Adamawa State and may not be exhaustive.