The Governor of Adamawa State, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, has distanced himself from the expulsion of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), stating that he did not support the decision.
ThelensNG reported on Saturday that the PDP expelled Minister Wike, the former Governor of Ekiti State, Ayo Fayose, and nine other members of the party for alleged anti-party activities.
Reacting to the development, Governor Fintiri expressed disappointment, noting that the decision was not in the best interests of the party.
“I, Rt. Hon. Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, Governor of Adamawa State, wish to categorically state that I dissociate myself from the position of expelling the Honourable Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, @GovWike, from @OfficialPDPNig (PDP). I believe that this decision is not in the best interest of the party, and I will not be part of any attempt that could further plunge the PDP into an unending crisis,” he wrote on X (formerly Twitter).
He noted that, as a committed member of the party, his position remains clear — to stand for the peace and stability of the PDP, stressing that he will not support any action that could lead to its disintegration.
“I believe that peace and reconciliation are the only ways forward for our great party,” the governor said, urging all stakeholders to work towards healing the divisions within the party and to strive for unity and cohesion.
Governor Fintiri reaffirmed his commitment to supporting efforts that promote peace, stability, and progress within the PDP.
He reiterated that his position is guided by his desire for peace and reconciliation — and expressed his determination to continue working towards achieving that goal.
