All the 21 local government chairmen, along with their councillors and 37 development area administrators in Adamawa State on Saturday dumped the All Progressives Congress to join the Peoples Democratic Party. The defectors were until now loyal to former Governor Murtala Nyako, who was the leader of APC in the state before he was sacked from the office by the state House of Assembly about two weeks ago. Presenting themselves before the Acting Governor, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, the chairmen pledged their loyalty to the PDP and the present administration. In his remarks, Fintiri expressed satisfaction with the step taken by the chairmen, councillors and development area administrators. Fintiri said “This administration will continue to give equal opportunities to Adamawa citizens aimed at moving the state forward”. He said government had put in place adequate security measures in all the 21 local governments to ensure safety of lives and properties. He urged the council chairmen to ensure prompt payment of salaries and embark on projects that have direct bearing on the people. Earlier, the spokesman for the council chairmen, Mr. Vandi Favanza, said the chairmen had observed with keen interest the leadership style of the Acting Governor and had resolved to support him in the task of revamping the state. Favanza said “We the 21 local government chairmen, all the councillors and all the development area administrators have observed that within a short time in office, you have given equal opportunities to individuals in Adamawa State.” He stated that the chairmen would continue to remain loyal and supportive to the PDP. Meanwhile, the state Chairman of the PDP, Chief Joel Madaki, has advised the council chairmen and their councillors to revalidate their membership cards in their various wards.He gave the advice while playing host to the local government chairmen, councillors and development area administrators at the party secretariat. He said “I advise you to go to your ward and revalidate your membership card.” What is your take on the issue?
Posted on: Sun, 27 Jul 2014 07:57:18 +0000