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Adamawa State Governorship Aspirant under the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Hon. Abdulrazak Sa'ad Namdas PhD, on Friday, inaugurated zonal and LG Coordinators. Hon. Namdas, had while inaugurating the Coordinators, assured that nobody is going to impose any candidate on the electorate, and that there will be no room for consensus in the state. Those inaugurated include Coordinators, Assistant Coordinators, Youth Coordinators, Women and Assistant Women Mobilisers. Addressing them, Hon. Namdas, told the gathering that there is no shortcut to Dougirei government house and that every aspirant must present himself to the electorate to enable them decide who to lead them. He assured them that he is not in the race for consensus, and that he is ready to present himself to the electorate across the 226 political wards which he had opportunity touring it about 2 times.  He stated that he has confidence in the leader of the party in the state, Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri ...

Ahead of the 2027 general election, the Adamawa State Southern Senatorial Zone Youths Groups of the All Progressives Congress (APC) have formally endorsed Senator Aminu Iya Abbas, for governorship. News Platform  The groups declared that Senator Iya Abbas who currently represents Adamawa Central Senatorial District as a personality who stands out as a right man for the job, and threw their behind his gubernatorial ambition. According to the youth groups, the endorsement of Senator Iya Abbas became necessary considering his track record, insisting that the party needed a credible person capable of winning election. The youth cut across Numan, Lamurde, Guyuk, Shelleng, Demsa, Mayo Belwa, Jada, Ganye and Toungo LGAs endorsed Iya Abbas, during meeting in Numan LGA on Thursday. Cross section of youth leaders who spoke at the event, said that the youth groups decided to unanimously endorsed Iya Abbas, and pledged to work towards ensuring his victory during party's primary election and ge...

The Adamawa State Commissioner of Police, Kabir Umar Hassan, has ordered the immediate deployment of adequate operational assets/manpower at approved centres for the 2026 Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Computer-Based Test (CBT). This is contained in a statement signed by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Suleiman Yahaya Nguroje and made available to newsmen in Yola, Adamawa State. The deployment follows the directive of the Inspector General of Police to ensure a safe, secured, and conducive environment for candidates, examiners, and other stakeholders throughout the examination period. He said, "The deployed operatives have been directed to remain professional, courteous, and firm in preventing examination malpractice, disorderly conduct, and any security breaches. They are also urged to collaborate with other security agencies to effectively secure the centres, their surroundings, and access routes". The Command urged candidates, parents, guardians, a...

Senator representing Adamawa Central Senatorial District,  Aminu Iya Abbas, has extended his heartfelt congratulations to the Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, on his conferment with the prestigious chieftaincy title of Lakeka Michika (The Shield of Michika). ​The title was bestowed upon the Governor by His Royal Majesty, the Mbege ka Michika, Professor Bulus Luka Gadiga, during a colorful ceremony on Saturday, April 11, 2026. ​In a press statement issued by his media office, Senator Abbas described the Governor’s new title as a well-deserved recognition of his "tireless commitment to the security, infrastructure, and unity of Adamawa State."​ "The title of Lakeka Michika is a fitting tribute to a leader who has acted as a shield for his people. I congratulate His Excellency on this honor, which further cements the bond between his administration and our traditional institutions," Senator Abbas stated ​Demonstrating his deep respect for traditional heritage, Senator Am...

In politics, familiarity is sometimes met with doubt, as though longevity must inevitably breed complacency. Yet within the demanding environment of legislative work, experience is not a liability, it is often the very engine of effectiveness. For the people of Michika and Madagali, the question of returning Hon. Nyampa Dauda Zakaria PhD , for a third term is not one of sentiment, but of substance, what truly serves the collective interest and delivers measurable results. Since his emergence in the Green Chamber, Nyampa has cultivated a reputation anchored not in noise, but in quiet, consistent performance. He has demonstrated a clear understanding of both the pressing needs of his constituents and the intricate pathways through which those needs can be translated into national attention and tangible outcomes. In a legislature where influence is neither instant nor accidental, but earned through time, relationships, and credibility, such steadiness is invaluable. Across communities in ...

Governorship Aspirant under the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Chief Felix Tangwami, has graced the Michika annual cultural festival, celebrating the rich cultural heritage of the inhabitants. This is coming as Chief Tangwami, recently intensified grassroots mobilisation by meeting paramount rulers, youth groups, associations/unions, stakeholders ahead of the governorship election in 2027. While attending the festival held at the Michika Chiefdom in Michika LGA, Chief Tangwami, commended the paramount ruler, Mbege Ka Michika, Prof. Bulus Luka Gadiga, and his council for organising the event. The governorship hopeful further extolled the royal father and his Chiefdom for preserving the cultural heritage of the community, describing it as a vital tool for unity and development.  He reaffirmed his commitment to inclusive governance and pledged to prioritise rural development, education, and cultural promotion if elected. ‎ “This kind of gathering reflects the strengt...