**Adamawa Assembly Members Jump Ship as Gov Fintiri Eyes APC** In a shocking turn of events, a whopping 15 members of the Adamawa State House of Assembly have severed ties with the People's Democratic Party (PDP), citing the party's internal crisis as the main reason for their decision. This development has sent ripples throughout the state's political landscape, particularly as Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri is also reportedly on the verge of defecting to the All Progressives Congress (APC). According to sources, the Speaker of the House, Bathiya Wesley, announced the lawmakers' defection during a plenary session on Wednesday, stating that he and his deputy, Buba Jijiwa, had also resigned from the PDP. The lawmakers, who include Kefas Calvin and Pwamwakeno Mackondo, among others, commended the PDP for giving them the opportunity to contest and win elections on the party's platform. Interestingly, the lawmakers have not officially announced their decision to join the APC, but it is widely speculated that they have made the move. Meanwhile, Governor Fintiri is reportedly finalizing plans to join the APC ahead of the 2027 general elections, despite being in his second term in office. The Governor's decision to host leaders of the APC to an iftar (breaking of Ramadan fast) at the government house in Yola has been seen as a significant step towards strengthening ties between the APC and the PDP. Fintiri's move has sparked questions about his long-term intentions and whether he is positioning himself to contest on the APC platform in the future. The implications of these developments are far-reaching and will likely have a significant impact on the 2027 general elections. As one of Nigeria's most populous states, Adamawa's political landscape is always a significant factor in national politics. The decision of the 15 lawmakers and Governor Fintiri to defect to the APC will undoubtedly send shockwaves throughout the state and beyond. Only time will tell what the future holds for these politicians and their parties, but one thing is certain – the politics of Adamawa State will never be the same again.