Adamawa State Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri has sent a clear message to governorship hopefuls, declaring that he will not handpick a successor and urging aspirants to test their popularity with voters ahead of the next election cycle.
Addressing supporters and political stakeholders, the governor stated that the governorship seat does not belong to him to allocate. His remarks come amid growing political realignments and early positioning for the 2027 Adamawa governorship election.
“Those of you seeking the governorship, I am not handing over the position to anyone because I don’t have the power to do so,” Fintiri said. “I am not stopping you from contesting. Go and test your popularity among the people. If the people say they want you, then I will stand with the people.”
The governor stressed that anyone interested in leading Adamawa State must build genuine grassroots support rather than depend on endorsements from political heavyweights.
“That is why those seeking the governorship should not sleep any longer,” he added, urging aspirants to begin active engagement with communities across the state.
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Fintiri’s statement is widely interpreted as a signal that the 2027 governorship race in Adamawa will be open and competitive. Political observers note that his position may reshape calculations within party structures, as potential candidates are now being encouraged to focus on voter outreach and public acceptance.
As the political atmosphere gradually builds, attention is expected to shift to emerging aspirants, party strategies and alliances that could influence the outcome of the next election. Fintiri’s declaration underscores a broader democratic principle that leadership ultimately rests on the will of the people.
With the governor pledging to align with the electorate’s choice, the coming months are likely to witness intensified consultations, mobilization efforts and grassroots campaigns across Adamawa State.
