Atiku son, Adamu Abubakar resigns as Adamawa Commissioner

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Adamu Atiku Abubakar, the son of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has stepped down from his role as Commissioner for Works and Energy Development in Adamawa State.

In a resignation letter dated March 2, 2026, directed to Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, Adamu stated that his choice was the result of “deep personal reflection and careful consideration.”

The letter stated, “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.”

He characterized his tenure as a privilege and thanked the governor for the chance to serve.

“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.

During his tenure, Adamu also expressed gratitude to the people of Adamawa State for their support.

“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 the letter with prayers for the governor, saying, “May Allah continue to guide and strengthen you in the service of our dear state.”

ZINGTIE previously reported that Adamu Atiku Abubakar, the Commissioner for Works in Adamawa State, chose not to switch to the All Progressives Congress (APC).

Adamu was noticeably absent from the list of 22 commissioners who joined Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri in formally announcing their defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress on February 27, 2026.

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