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Tuesday, October 27, 2026

Wike hails Adamawa governor Fintiri at 59, says “he’s dependable ally”

The FCT minister said Mr Fintiri remained a reference point in commitment to friendship as well as in the politics and governance in Nigeria.

• October 27, 2026

Minister of Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has congratulated Adamawa State Governor, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, on his 59th birthday.

Mr Wike describing him as “a dependable ally, friend and brother,” according to a statement on Tuesday by the minister’s  Senior Special Assistant on

Public Communications and Social Media, Lere Olayinka.

The FCT minister said Mr Fintiri remained a reference point in commitment to friendship as well as in the politics and governance in Nigeria.

Mr Wike said, “From the deepest part of my heart, I congratulate you on your attainment of 59 years today.

“That you have attained this age is no doubt a confirmation of the grace the Almighty God has bestowed on you, and a call for more service to our country, Nigeria.

“As a friend and brother,  you have remained dependably valuable, and it is my prayer that you will live to see more years in good health. May God continue to make your days on earth fruitful, with immeasurable blessings. Happy Birthday my brother.” 

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