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Ahmadu Fintiri, the Governor of Adamawa State, has defected from the Peoples Democratic Party to the All Progressives Congress, while his cabinet member Adamu Atiku refuses to join him, citing family political dynamics.

Former Nigerian Vice President Atiku Abubakar has condemned the recent deadly attacks in Adamawa State that resulted in over 20 fatalities.

Adamawa State Governor Ahmadu Fintiri's recent defection to the All Progressives Congress is seen as a significant political shift favoring the ruling party against former Vice President Atiku Abubakar in the region.

Terrorists killed 22 people in separate attacks on communities in Kebbi and Adamawa states, with five victims at a mosque and 17 in a local community attack.

Governor Ahmadu Fintiri of Adamawa has officially defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC).

Boko Haram has launched a deadly attack on the hometown of Adamawa State Governor Ahmadu Fintiri in Nigeria, marking the fourth such incident in five months.

At least 25 people were killed in jihadist attacks attributed to Boko Haram in northeastern Nigeria.

The Speaker of the Adamawa State House of Assembly and 15 other members have resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party, citing national issues within the party.

A Cameroonian and his Nigerian accomplice were arrested in Adamawa State for allegedly trafficking 197 sachets of tramadol across the Nigeria-Cameroon border.

Governor Ahmadu Fintiri of Adamawa State is reportedly set to defect from the People's Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC), following others from his party in the region.

Adamawa State has topped the list with 38,989 applications in the ongoing recruitment into the Nigeria Police Force, contributing to a total of 616,873 applicants nationwide, according to the Police Service Commission.

The Adamawa State Police arrested two suspects involved in drug smuggling and seized 197 sachets of Tramadol during a border operation.

Normalcy has returned to the communities in Adamawa State after an attack on a military camp, according to local authorities who are urging the government to enhance security measures.

The remains of Kani Ben, a Channels Television cameraman who died from injuries sustained in a motor accident in Bauchi State, were laid to rest in Adamawa State.

The Governor of Adamawa State, Ahmadu Fintiri, has relaxed night-time restrictions on commercial tricycles during the Ramadan period to facilitate easier movement for Muslim faithful.

The Adamawa State chapter of the APC plans to conduct a ward congress following the national convention in March 2026, anticipating the defection of Governor Ahmadu Fintiri to the party.

The APC's ward congresses are advancing nationwide, but the exercise in Adamawa has been postponed due to Governor Fintiri's expected defection from the PDP to APC.

Two women have been arrested in Adamawa, Nigeria, for allegedly trafficking three teenage girls, who were rescued during the operation.

During President Bola Tinubu's visit to Adamawa State, the traditional practice of spraying cash reemerged during a performance by Hausa musician Dauda Rarara, despite ongoing warnings against it.

The Adamawa State Police Command is asking for help from the public to locate the family of a missing child, Yusuf Fidelis, who was found and brought to a police station.

President Bola Tinubu praised Governor Ahmadu Fintiri of Adamawa State for his significant contributions to infrastructure and development during his visit to the state.

President Bola Tinubu commended National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu during a project unveiling in Adamawa, reaffirming his confidence despite allegations from former Kaduna Governor El-Rufai.

President Bola Tinubu commended Adamawa State Governor Ahmadu Fintiri for his leadership and significant infrastructure projects during his first official visit to the state.

President Bola Tinubu visited Adamawa State to inaugurate various projects initiated by the state government.

The Adamawa State Government has urged residents to welcome President Bola Tinubu during his one-day visit, implementing temporary road closures for security and smooth traffic flow.

Adamawa State Governor Ahmadu Fintiri is preparing to join the All Progressives Congress, potentially expanding the party's control to 30 states in Nigeria.

Speculation surrounds Governor Ahmadu Fintiri's potential defection from the Peoples Democratic Party to the All Progressives Congress ahead of President Bola Tinubu’s visit to Adamawa State.

President Bola Tinubu is set to visit Adamawa on Monday for the inauguration of various projects, highlighting the state's developmental achievements.

The Adamawa State Police Command has successfully rescued two kidnapping victims and arrested one suspect during an operation in Gwewan Village, Adamawa State, Nigeria.

The North East Development Commission has initiated the renovation of the Numan Bridge in Adamawa State, marking the first major work on the structure since its construction in 1978.

Three suspected kidnappers, including a son, have been arrested by the Adamawa State Police in connection with the abduction of Alhaji Ahmadu.

Governor Fintiri launched a ₦40,000 support program in Adamawa State to assist 24,000 out-of-school girls in accessing quality education.

The Adamawa State Police Command has announced a one-day shooting range exercise for its Special Protection Unit, scheduled for February 7, 2026, in Girei Local Government Area.

Following Abba Atiku's support for President Bola Tinubu, Rep. Muhammed Basil urges former VP Atiku Abubakar to withdraw from active party politics.

Adamawa House of Representatives member Muhammed Basil has called on former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar to step away from partisan politics and embrace a role as an elder statesman.

Bishop Matthew Kukah highlights the alarming frequency of daily killings in Nigeria, calling the situation unprecedented globally and indicating a deep division in the country along religious lines.