Adamawa State Governor, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, has dismissed as false a viral report claiming that he threatened to detain anyone shouting “Bamayi” until after the 2027 general elections.
The governor’s media team described the allegation as fabricated and misleading, insisting that Fintiri had never made such a statement, either publicly or privately.
In a rebuttal signed by Sharif Alhasan Sarkinpawa, the governor’s Personal Staff Assistant on Electronic Media, the media team identified TST Hausa, an online platform based in Jigawa State, as the source of the disputed publication.
The statement challenged the platform to provide verifiable evidence supporting its allegation or withdraw the report and issue an unreserved apology.
It also warned that the governor’s office could pursue legal action against TST Hausa and other platforms involved in circulating the claim if they failed to retract it.
The media team further urged individuals and media organisations to stop sharing the report, warning that fabricated statements could mislead the public, damage reputations and create unnecessary political tension.
The controversy comes amid increasing political activities and realignments ahead of the 2027 general elections, with political expressions and public criticism attracting attention across Adamawa State.
The development underscores the importance of responsible information sharing and independent verification, particularly during politically sensitive periods when unverified claims can contribute to public misunderstanding.
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