Honourable Commissioner for Works and Energy Development in Adamawa State, Hon. Adamu Atiku Abubakar, son of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has formally resigned from office after seven years in the role.
In a resignation letter dated March 2, 2026, and addressed to Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri through the Secretary to the State Government, Abubakar said his decision followed “deep personal reflection and careful consideration.”
“I write to formally tender my resignation from the office of Honourable Commissioner for Works and Energy Development, Adamawa State, effective from today, 2nd March, 2026,” he stated.
Describing his time in office as a rare privilege, the former commissioner said it had been “a rare honour and privilege to serve under your visionary leadership and to contribute, in my modest capacity, to the infrastructural growth and development of our dear state.”
In a separate statement announcing his resignation, Abubakar reflected on his seven-year tenure, calling it “one of the most significant honours” of his public life.
“I am profoundly grateful to His Excellency, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, Executive Governor of Adamawa State, for the trust, confidence, and rare opportunity granted to me to contribute meaningfully to the infrastructural and energy advancement of our dear state,” he said, adding that he remained appreciative of the governor’s leadership and support throughout his time in office.
He also expressed gratitude to staff of the Ministry of Works and Energy Development, including the permanent secretaries, directors, and engineers, commending their “professionalism, resilience, and dedication to advancing critical infrastructure across the state.”
Abubakar extended appreciation to the people of Jada for their “steadfast prayers, encouragement, and unwavering support,” noting that their faith and solidarity meant more to him than words could convey.
In his letter to the governor, he assured of his continued respect and loyalty, writing, “Please accept, Your Excellency, the assurances of my highest respect and esteem.”
While he did not state specific reasons for stepping down, Abubakar said the move “does not mark the end of my commitment to public service” but rather “the beginning of a new phase of broader developmental engagement and continued contribution to the unity, growth, and progress of Adamawa State.”
He concluded by reaffirming his loyalty to what he described as a shared vision of a stronger and more prosperous Adamawa.
