Adamu Atiku, son of former Nigerian Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has formally stepped down from his role as Honourable Commissioner for Works and Energy Development in Adamawa State, marking the end of a seven-year tenure dedicated to infrastructure and energy projects.
In a statement posted on X (formerly Twitter) on Monday, Atiku expressed deep gratitude for the opportunity to serve under Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, whom he credited with providing the trust and support necessary for his contributions to the state’s development.
“Serving in this strategic capacity has been one of the most significant honours of my public life,” Atiku wrote.
“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.”
Atiku, who hails from Jada in Adamawa State, highlighted the collaborative efforts with ministry staff, including permanent secretaries, directors, engineers, and other personnel, praising their “professionalism, resilience, and dedication” in advancing critical infrastructure.
He also extended thanks to the people of Jada for their “steadfast prayers, encouragement, and unwavering support” throughout his time in office.
The resignation comes amid Atiku’s emphasis on familial guidance, with special appreciation directed toward his parents, Atiku Abubakar—a prominent figure in the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and 2023 presidential candidate—and Hajiya Titi Atiku Abubakar, for their moral support and blessings.
While the statement did not specify reasons for the resignation, Atiku framed it as a transition rather than a withdrawal from public life. “This decision does not mark the end of my commitment to public service,” he noted.
“Rather, it signals the beginning of a new phase of broader developmental engagement and continued contribution to the unity, growth, and progress of Adamawa State.”
He reaffirmed his loyalty to the “shared vision of a stronger and more prosperous Adamawa.”
Adamu Atiku’s tenure, which began in 2019 under Governor Fintiri’s administration, focused on key areas such as road construction, power generation, and renewable energy initiatives, aligning with Adamawa’s broader goals for sustainable development in Nigeria’s northeast region. His departure leaves a vacancy in a ministry pivotal to the state’s economic growth, though no immediate successor has been announced.
Governor Fintiri’s office has not yet responded to requests for comment on the resignation.
Atiku’s move could signal shifts in Adamawa’s political landscape, especially given his family’s longstanding influence in Nigerian politics. Observers will be watching for his next steps in what he describes as an expanded role in public service.
