Shettima welcomes Fintiri to APC, Tinubu optimistic on Northeast win

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•On March 24, 2026, APC leadership declared Simon Lalong Fintiri the party leader in Adamawa state.
•President Bola Tinubu publicly praised Fintiri's defection to APC on March 23, 2026.
•Bola Shettima, a senior APC figure, welcomed Fintiri and emphasized his role in APC's mission to build Nigeria.
•Fintiri's defection is seen as a boost for APC's electoral prospects in Nigeria's Northeast region.

What Could Happen If...

▸If Simon Lalong Fintiri successfully mobilizes support within Adamawa for APC APC could strengthen its electoral position in the Northeast, improving chances in upcoming elections and enhancing regional political stability.

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🌍Nigeria

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🏛All Progressives Congress

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👤Bola Shettima(Vice President of Nigeria)👤Bola Tinubu(President of Nigeria)👤Simon Lalong Fintiri(Nigerian Politician)

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AFRICAVanguard (Nigeria)APC leadership declares Fintiri party leader in Adamawa AFRICAVanguard (Nigeria)Shettima to Fintiri: You’re no stranger in APC’s mission to build Nigeria AFRICAPunch (Nigeria)Tinubu hails Fintiri’s defection, expresses optimism over N’East victory

The APC party leadership officially recognized Simon Lalong Fintiri as the party leader in Adamawa state. This formal acknowledgment strengthens APC's political presence in the Northeast, a region vital for upcoming elections and national development efforts. The move follows President Bola Tinubu's endorsement of Fintiri's defection and signals a strategic effort to consolidate support in Adamawa.