Fintiri
18 Mar
The Gongola Peoples Forum (GPF) has made a passionate appeal to Governor Ahmadu Fintiri of Adamawa State to exercise his constitutional prerogative of mercy and grant a pardon to Sunday Jackson, who faces execution following a Supreme Court ruling. Speaking at a press conference in Yola, the national chairman of the socio-cultural organisation, which represents…
2 Mar
Adamawa State Governor, Ahmadu Fintiri, has flagged off the distribution of ₦474 million in financial aid to victims of the 2024 flood disaster across five local government areas—Numan, Lamurde, Demsa, Michika, and Madagali. Each affected household will receive ₦250,000 to help rebuild their homes. Speaking at the launch of shelter kit distribution in Imburu, Numan…
1 Mar
Deputy Governor of Adamawa State, Professor Kaletapwa Farauta, has called for the adoption of smart agricultural technologies to boost food production, processing, and storage for local farmers. She made this appeal on Thursday while receiving officials from Maroua University, Cameroon, who were on an exchange visit to Modibbo Adama University, Yola. The visit aimed to…
1 Mar
Adamawa State Governor, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, has congratulated Muslims across the state and beyond on the commencement of the Holy Month of Ramadan, urging them to use the period for spiritual cleansing, unity, and prayers for peace. In a statement released by his Chief Press Secretary, Humwashi Wonosikou, Governor Fintiri described Ramadan as a significant…
20 Feb
The Adamawa State Government has dismissed social media reports claiming that Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri has removed all District Heads and title holders across the state, labeling the information as a "mischievous misrepresentation." A spokesman to the governor, Humwashi Wonosikou, clarified that the directive was solely aimed at ensuring harmony within the traditional institution following…
14 Feb
In a historic and colourful ceremony held in the Hong Local Government Area, Governor Ahmadu Fintiri of Adamawa State officially presented the staff of office to the newly appointed First Tol Huba, Alheri Bulus Nyako, marking the restoration of the Huba Kingdom’s status. Speaking at the event, Governor Fintiri charged the new monarch to…
10 Feb
Adamawa State Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri has officially flagged off the construction of the Jimeta Ultra-Modern Shopping Complex, a ₦19.7 billion project aimed at transforming the commercial landscape of Adamawa State. The governor performed the groundbreaking ceremony on Monday, reaffirming his administration's commitment to economic development, job creation, and urban modernization. Speaking at the event,…
9 Feb
The Adamawa State Government has dismissed as false the recent claim by sacked Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC), Hudu Yunusa Ari, that Senator Aisha Binani won the 2023 governorship election in the state. In a statement on Sunday, February 9, 2025, Solomon Kumangar, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Information and Strategy, criticized Ari’s repeated assertion,…
5 Feb
Adamawa State governor, Ahmadu Fintiri, has officially presented the staff of office to His Royal Highness, Alhaji Sani Ribadu, as the first Emir of Fufore. The ceremony, held at the Atiku Abubakar Stadium in Fufore Local Government Area (LGA) on February 5, 2025, was attended by dignitaries, government officials, and members of the public. During…
24 Jan
Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri of Adamawa State has pledged to renovate facilities at the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) orientation camp in Damare, Girei Local Government Area, to enhance its suitability for activities. The Governor made this commitment during the 2025 orientation course for 1,700 Batch C Stream II corps members deployed to the state.…
19 Jan
Adamawa State governor, Ahmadu Fintiri, has reaffirmed his administration's unwavering commitment to supporting the military in addressing emerging security challenges in the state and beyond. Speaking at the 2025 West African Social Activities (WASA) event held on Saturday at Gibson Jalo Cantonment, Yola, and represented by Deputy Governor, Kaletapwa Farauta, Governor Fintiri commended the military…
17 Jan
Adamawa State has empowered over 23,000 livestock farmers with machinery and inputs to enhance productivity in one of its key revenue-generating sectors. Speaking at the official launch in Yola, Governor Ahmadu Fintiri reaffirmed his administration's commitment to transforming the livestock sector, fostering job creation, and promoting peaceful coexistence between herders and farmers. Representing the governor,…
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