Fintiri Relieves Political Appointees, Dissolves Executive Council

The Governor of Adamawa State, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, has relieved political appointees of their duties ahead of his second term inauguration on Monday.

The governor also approved the dissolution of the State Executive Council in a directive issued on Monday morning.

The directive affects all Chairmen of Boards and Parastatals in the state.

Humwashi Wonosikou, spokesperson to the governor, made this known today, in a statement. 

"The Governor has also directed all the affected appointees to hand over government property in their custody to the most senior civil servants in their respective Ministries, Departments and Agencies.

"Governor Fintiri who begins his second term in office on Monday 29th May, 2023 however, excluded political office-holders in statutory commissions from the directive.

"While appreciating the contributions of the affected appointees to the development of the state, the Governor wished them success in their next endeavours," Wonosikou stated.

The Governor further appreciated them for their support towards the growth of the state. 

“I appreciate every contribution you have made towards the growth and development of our dear State in the last four years; the team spirit is the result of our good performance that has made Adamawa a model for others," Wonosikou quoted the governor.