Adamu Atiku Abubakar, son of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has stepped down from his role as Adamawa State Commissioner for Works and Energy Development.
His resignation was conveyed in a letter dated March 2, 2026, and addressed to Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri. In the letter, Adamu explained that his decision followed “deep personal reflection and careful consideration.”
“I write to formally tender my resignation from the office of Honourable Commissioner for Works and Energy Development, Adamawa State, effective from today, 2nd March, 2026,” the letter read.
He described his period in office as an honour and thanked the governor for the opportunity to serve the state.
“It has been a rare honour and privilege to serve under your visionary leadership and to contribute, in my modest capacity, to the infrastructural growth and development of our dear state,” he stated.
Adamu also expressed appreciation to the people of Adamawa for their backing during his time in government.
“I remain profoundly grateful for the confidence and trust Your Excellency reposed in me throughout my tenure. Your support provided the enabling environment to carry out the responsibilities of the office with dedication and commitment. I also extend my sincere appreciation to the good people of Adamawa State for their understanding, prayers, and support during my time in service,” he added.
He concluded with a prayer for the governor, saying, “May Allah continue to guide and strengthen you in the service of our dear state.”
The resignation comes days after reports that Adamu chose not to join Governor Fintiri and other officials in defecting from the Peoples Democratic Party to the All Progressives Congress. He was absent from the group of 22 commissioners who accompanied the governor to announce the switch on February 27, 2026.
