Governor Ahmadu Fintiri of Adamawa State has clarified that his split with former Vice President Atiku Abubakar was solely due to differences in party affiliation.
While speaking on Channels Television, the governor stressed that although they now belong to different political parties, he still maintains a cordial relationship with Atiku.
Fintiri dismissed claims of any communication breakdown, insisting that their political differences have not strained their personal relationship.
“There is no strained communication with the former vice president because of political differences,” he said.
“Nothing has gone wrong. We have simply chosen different political paths. I am now in the APC, while they are in another party.
He stated that individuals committed to Nigeria’s progress should recognize each other as partners in nation-building, and his current stance aligns with supporting a southern candidacy.
Fintiri’s defection to the APC has been seen as a significant political blow to Atiku, strengthening the ruling party in Adamawa State.
The governor also mentioned that his decision was guided by political considerations, as he hasn’t seen any presidential candidate formally emerge from the PDP.
