INSECURITY: AHDA MEMBER DONATES TOYOTA HILUX TO POLICE IN MICHIKA

As part of effort towards supporting both Federal and State Governments in curtailing insecurity in the society, the member representing Michika constituency at the Adamawa state House of Assembly, Hon. Joseph Ayuba Kwada has donated a Toyota hilux to Michika Divisional Police headquarters.

It could be recalled that the member had recently donated a brand new Toyota starlet to Women Ambassadorial Ministry in Michika so as to assist them in carrying out their activities.

Speaking while donating the vehicle to the Divisional Police Officer(DPO) Michika on Saturday, Hon. Ayuba Kwada popularly known as the Depolis said that he felt like donating the vehicle to the police so as aid them in discharging their activities.

The Lawmaker said that security is everybody's business, hence the need to contribute his part as member representing the constituency, and as stakeholder towards assisting the security agencies in addressing insecurity in the society.

Hon. Kwada who was represented by Luka Danbaba said that the effort of the member is to support Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri's in curbing insecurity, explaining that the Member had bought the vehicle out of his salary, and that whenever resources are made will do more for them. 

He promised to continue in supporting security agencies so as to rid his constituency free of criminality, appealing to his constituents to corporate with the police in order to make Michika a better place for all.

Responding while receiving the vehicle, the DPO Michika, DSP Davou Gyang Dung thanked the member for his concern for the security of his constituency, saying that police without logistics is crippled.

DSP Dung who was represented by Woman ASP Bazza Bamako noted that the vehicle will go along way in assisting them towards protecting lives and property of the citizens, adding that the Division had been yearning for vehicle for long and appreciated Hon. Kwada the kind gesture.

Speaking earlier, the Chairman Peoples Democratic Party(Michika II), Mr Teri disclosed that the member has good intention for constituents and prayed God to reward him abundantly, saying that Michika is solidly behind him. 

GUYUK COMMUNITY JUBILATES AS FINTIRI COMMISSIONS 1ST ELECTRIFICATION PROJECT

Residents of Tsalbu, a community in Guyuk Local Government Area in Adamawa State have rolled out  drums in celebration of the commissioning ceremony of the electrification project by Governor Ahmadu Fintiri.

Tsalbu, a unit in Dumna ward and hometown of the member representing Guyuk at the House of Assembly, Hon. Adwawa Donglock, was recently connected with power supply by Fintiri, thereby bringing it and several other communities to live.

Governor Fintiri who was in the community to  commission the electrification project, was accorded a rousing welcome by the sons and daughters of the land, and with colourful Lunguda traditional dances which added glamour to the historic event.

The Governor who was represented by the Commissioner Ministry of Infrastructure and Community Development, Hon. Abdullahi Adamu Prambe, was accompanied by the Commissioner Ministry of Education, Hon. Wulbina Jackson, Member representing Guyuk Constituency at the House of Assembly, Hon. Adwawa Donglock, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Contractor, Alhaji Yayaji Audu Gombi, Secretary of the House Committee on Infrastruture and Community Development, Audu Buba and several others dignitaries.

NEWS PLATFORM gathered that the electrification project was initiated by former Governor Boni Haruna, but was abandoned until the coming on board of the government of the day which took it upon itself and completed it for the benefit of the citizens.

Speaking while commissioning the project on Saturday, Governor Fintiri who was represented by the Commissioner Ministry for Rural Infrastructure and Community Development, Hon. Abdullahi Adamu Prambe, told the crowd that the Governor had directed them to come and commission the project for the benefit of the inhabitants.

Governor Fintiri disclosed that apart from electricity, his government had awarded contract for the construction/rehabilitation of Marara Kola- Tsalbu- Boshikiri road, and that the road will be completed to link communities and for easy transportation of goods and services from hinterlands.

He said that the government had awarded contract for electrification of Toungo LGA, Uba in Hong LGA, Bazza and Michika, Madagali, Shuwa and Gulak, explaining that the government decided to commission Tsalbu electrification project so as enhance the living condition of the people. 

According to him, his government has taken it upon itself to complete rural electrification projects initiated and abandoned by the previous governments over 10 years ago, adding that the government had awarded contract for construction/rehabilitation of rural road cut across all the 21 LGAs. 

He specifically commended Hon. Adwawa for the role he had played towards connecting the area with power supply, and how he has been supporting his government, urging on the electorate to support the member and the Commissioner Ministry of Education.

Governor reiterated his administration's determination to delivering on its campaign promises, saying that connecting the community with electricity was part of his campaign promises.

In remarks, Hon. Adwawa Donglock(Guyuk constituency) appreciated Governor Fintiri for working towards the completion of the project, saying he has been mounting pressure on the contractor to complete Marara Kola-Tsalbu - Boshikiri road.

Hon. Adwawa appealed to them to support the programmes and policies of the government of the day, and urged them not to vandalise government's property but use it judiciously for their own benefit.

Also speaking, the Commissioner Ministry of Education, Hon. Wulbina Jackson, noted that the government of the day has good intention for the people at the grassroots, saying it has introduced free education, feeding in boarding schools, free instructional materials, uniforms for pupils.

Hon. Wulbina stated that the government is investng resources in the education sector so as to provide its citizens with quality education, and that it will not relent until their children are bequeathed with quality education.

Baring his mind, the Executive Chairman Guyuk LGC, Barr kassa Shallom thanked the government and said that the LGC will liaise with the Councillor representing the ward and other stakeholders to form security that will ensure that government facilities are not vandalised.

ANNIVERSARY: HON. KWADA LAUDS FINTIRI ON PERFORMANCE, DRUMS UP SUPPORT

Scorecard of Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri on construction and rehabilitation of urban and rural roads, prompt payment of salaries, free education programmes, investment on human capital development and host of others have endeared the Member representing Michika Constituency, Hon. Joseph Ayuba Kwada.

Hon. Kwada therefore gave pass mark to Governor Fintiri for striving hard towards meeting the yearnings and aspirations of the citizens, saying that the Governor has done well within one year in office, and drummed up support for his government to enable it succeed in delivering on its campaign promises.

The Lawmaker made this assertion in a congratulatory message to the Governor for clocking one year in office, and further commended his administration for prompt payment of salaries, introduction of free education, basic health, standing firm to addressing insecurity among other critical sectors.

The Honourable member on behalf of his constituency, rejoiced with Fintiri for marking one year in office, and wished him sound health and more wisdom to enable him continue with the good works he has started in the state.

On his part, Hon. Kwada promised never to renege in his responsibility of providing them with good representation in the house and at the constituency level, and appealed to electorate in Michika and Adamawa state in general to continue to support and corporate with Governor Fintiri's administration so as to succeed

ANNIVERSARY: FINTIRI APPOINTS ADVISERS, SSAs, RECONSTITUTES BOARDS, PARASTATALS

GOV FINTIRI COMMENDS NUT FOR CONSTRUCTING FILLING STATION

Governor Ahmadu Umaru of Adamawa state has applauded the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) State chapter for constructing a petrol station in the state as part of efforts to boost its sources of revenue

Governor Fintiri who applauded the union during a commissioning ceremony of Adamawa NUT Petro Gas Nigeria Limited, along Yola -Girei road on Thursday, described the initiative as the right thing in the right direction.

He said that his administration has valued teachers and taken the welfare of civil servants paramount, declaring that such will continue in order to accord teachers the desired attention looking at their importance in the work of imparting knowledge in the people.

He revealed that his administration has embarked on rehabilitation of schools across the state and very soon all the 600 secondary schools in Adamawa will be fixed to improve atmosphere of teaching and learning.

In her remark, the Commissioner of Education and Human Capital Development, Mrs Wilbina Jackson re-echoed the free education of Fintiri’s govermment and commended him for it

Contributing, the State Chairman Nigeria Labour Congress NLC, Comrade Emmanuel Fashe appreciated Governor Fintiri for fulfilling his promise on civil servants and approving continuation of payment of minimum wage and consequential adjustment effective from this month.

Earlier in his welcome address, the State Chairman NUT Comrade Rodney Nathan noted with satisfaction the good relationship between the present administration and labour union in the state which he described as encouraging.

He explained that the Petrol Gas station was built out of the N500 monthly dues of Teachers Welfare Scheme and commended Governor Umaru Fintiri for fulfilling his pledge to promote primary school teachers.

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FINTIRI: THE ARCHITECT OF MODERN ADAMAWA

Written by David Simon Dzalla 

The name FINTIRI has not ONLY become a household name in Adamawa State and the nation at large because he was once Speaker of Adamawa State House for years, twice acting governor and presently the Executive Governor of Adamawa State, BUT simply because he is the REAL ARCHITECT OF THE MODERN ADAMAWA STATE.

The name FINTIRI has come to stay with us. FINTIRI is a true, agile, excellent and exemplary leader. He sees the bigger picture before taking any decision. He ensures the peoples' interest is adequately considered and taken care of before any approval is given to any proposal. FINTIRI is a great leader that does not only tell you what to do, but shows you how it is done.

In 2014 when FINTIRI assumed leadership of the State in an acting capacity as Governor for eighty six days, he was able to rehabilitate a number of roads within the state capital and initiated new ones. He paid off all outstanding civil servants' salaries, leave grants and other financial liabilities owned them by the previous government.

These actions earned him the nick name of ATM and FRESH AIR GOVERNOR. Other remarkable projects he recorded included; street and traffic lights within the state capital which made the state capital look like other mega city in the country. 

This extra ordinary and excellent performance within eighty six days has become the MODEL for ADAMAWA STATE, where governors after him tried with little success to implement this ultramodern MODEL. 

Now that the Architect of the model  is back NOT in an acting capacity this time around, the people of Adamawa State are witnessing tremendous and painstaking application of public funds for the benefit of the citizens of the state. 

People have seen time tested responses in almost every sphere of life of the state, unlike when a government assumed the leadership of the state and with all the resources at its disposal such as the Bail-out funds, Paris Club refunds, enormous loans and huge allocation from the federation account had nothing other than panic and self-vested execution of road projects which only served as conduit pipe for the siphoning of public funds to show for the wasted years. 

The one year of the administration of Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri has been a huge blessing to the state, from the prudent management of the resources of the state to the advent of myriads of projects for the state. 

FINTIRI has kept to his promise of making Adamawa work again. The impact of the one year of purposeful leadership of FINTIRI, the ARCHITECT of MODERN ADAMAWA is felt everywhere; from free education to free feeding of students in boarding schools, to payment of WAEC and NECO fees, payment of student scholarship, rural electrification, infrastructural development, improved security among others.  

Judging from the stand point of the terrible situation of this global pandemic, accompanied by the paucity of funds as a result of the drop in the price of oil and the general down turn of the economy, this administration has done well. Charting the course of development for the state is no mean feat. 

Little wonder, it is said that experience is the best teacher. Governor Fintiri's several sorjorns as governor in acting capacity has paid off for the state. It behoves the citizens to continue to lend the government their support and give it a chance to succeed in fully delivering the dividends of democracy to the state by the end of this present administration.

#David Simon Dzalla#

DEMSA LGA DISTRIBUTES PALLIATIVES TO COMMUNITIES

Demsa Local Government Councils in Adamawa has distributed palliatives to communities cut across 10 wards of the LGA to contain and cushion the economic effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on the citizens.

Some of the items distributed include bags of rice, maize, millet, cooking cubes and vegetable oil, cartoons of noodles, Garri, Beans, Sugar, Salt and several other items as sent to it by the state government.

Speaking while distributing the items at the headquarters of Demsa LGC Wednesday, the Member representing Demsa constituency, Hon. Kate Raymond Mamuno, said that the items are meant to cushion the effect of hardship being faced by the citizens.

Hon. Mamuno explained that the distribution of palliatives would be done without bias, noting that the palliatives would be shared among the citizens across Demsa, and that whoever that does not get should exercise patience as the items cannot go round all the people in the LGA.

According to her, the Governor has done the people of Demsa proud, and pledged to support him towards the success of his government.

She pointed out that Adamawa is Lucky to have the Governor that has the love of his people at heart, and charged the gathering to ensure that the palliatives reach the people at the grassroots.

She said that people are in difficult time as a result of Covid-19, and expressed hope that the palliatives would go a long way in cushioning the effects of the  pandemic on the electorate.

In his remarks, the Commissioner Ministry for Entrepreneurship Development, Hon. James Ilaya commended the Governor for distributing the palliatives, and urged the beneficiaries to effectively utilise the items for the purpose intended.

Speaking earlier, the Executive Chairman Demsa LGC, Hon. Elkanah Kados Fwa, said that the government of Nigeria and Adamawa have decided to distribute the items, adding that the kind gesture is aimed at ameliorating the suffering of the masses.

Hon. Kados stated that their role is to represent the Governor by ensuring the distribution of the materials to all citizens regardless of political background, and expressed hope that the items will reach the target audience.

Responding on behalf of the beneficiaries, the Hama Bata, Homun Alhamdu G. Teneke and Murum Mbula, J. J. Fwa, represented by the District Heads of Demsa, Chief  Fidelis Ali and Timawus Afraimu Fwa thanked the Governor, and called for support for the present administration.

FINTIRI SWEARS IN JCE ON LAMURDE CRISIS, ORDERS REOPENING OF COURTS

By Muhammad B. Muhammad

Following recent clash between 2 communities in Lamurde Local Government Area in Adamawa state which left 34 dead while over 40 injured, Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri has sworn in 6-Man Tingno-Chobo Judicial Commission of Enquiry(JCE) to investigate the circumstances surrounding the clash.

The Governor directed the Commision to establish persons responsible for the clash, investigate and determine the role of security during the crisis in 4 communities including Tingnon Dutse, Tito, Sabon Layi and Bagasi in the LGA.

Those sworn in include; Justice Hafsatu Abdurrahman as Chairperson, while Barrister Aji Kamale, Akanmodu Abayomi, Professor Kalip Bulus Filli, Yakubu Sambo and Aliyu Mohammed are to serve members members.

In the same vein, Governor Fintiri has also presided over the swearing in ceremony of 2 State High Court Judges: Justice Kenson Lawson and Justice Musa Usman.

Governor Fintiri however directed the State Chief Judge to reopen court sessions in the state in line with the directive by the Chief Justice of Nigeria. 

Performing the ceremony at the Banquet Hall Government House, Yola today, Governor Fintiri reminded those sworn in to be mindful on the oath they had taken in the course of discharging their duties. 

He charged them to ensure speedy dispensation of justice, and and called for synergy between the bench and the bar for better service delivery.

In their separate vote of thanks, on behalf of those sworn in, Juctice Hafsatu Abdurrahman and Justice Kenson Lawson expressed gratitude to the Governor for finding them worthy of the appointment and promised to discharge their duties without fear or favour.

ADAMAWA TO SETTLE ARREARS OF WORKERS FROM JANUARY TO MAY

Organised Labour in Adamawa State has confirmed the release of funds to settle the consequential adjustment arrears due to State workers on grade level 07 to 17.

According to the Organised Labour, the arrears will be paid to the affected workers as from January to May this year.

The Chairman of Nigeria Labour Congress(NLC) in the state, Comrade Emmanuel fashe, who disclosed this newsmen after the organised Labour's meeting on Wednesday, confirmed that the money meant for the settlement of the arrears has been released.

Comrade Fashe added that the section of the workers who are saddled with the responsibility to pay workers are already on duty post to amend the arrears.

Fashe, explained that with the agreement signed between the government and labour, the arrears will be paid from January to May.

He called on workers in the state to remain calm and, blamed the outbreak of Covid-19 as the root cause of the delay in the payment of the arrears.

FINANCIAL MISAPPROPRIATION: ADHA RECEIVES PETITION AGAINST GOMBI LGC BOSS

Councillors of Gombi Local Government Council in Adamawa state have petitioned the State House of Assembly over alleged misappropriation of funds by the Chairman of the LGC, Hon. Dimas Shekel.

The copy of the petition which was presented by the Chairman House Standing on Petition, Public Service and Electoral Matters, Hon. Adwawa Donglock (Guyuk) was read at the resumed plenary session by the Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. Aminu Iya Abbas.

The petition duly signed by 8 out of 10 Councillors of the LGC, has been committed to the House Committee on Petition and given 2 weeks to investigate the allegations against Hon. Shekel.

EID-EL-FITR: HON. BATHIYA REJOICES WITH MUSLIM FAITHFUL

Adamawa State House of Assembly Member representing Hong constituency, Hon. Bathiya Wesley, has extended his heartfelt felicitations to Muslim faithful in Hong as well as in the state on the occasion of Eid -el-Fitr which marks the end of fasting in the Islamic month of Ramadan.

Hon. Bathiya, who enjoined Muslims to draw enduring lessons from the just concluded Ramadan, including personal sacrifices and self denial, also urged the faithful to put to practice the good virtues: peace, love, harmony, tolerance for the benefit of all.

The Lawmaker stated this in his Eid el-Fitr message signed on Tuesday in Yola, Adamawa State capital, wished all Muslim brothers and sisters in his constituency and Adamawa in general a happy Eid-el-Fitr celebration, saying that himself and his constituency felicitate with Muslim Umma.

The Chairman House Standing Committee on Education further urged them to imbibe the tenets of love, unity, forgiveness and brotherhood which the period of the month exemplifies, appealing to them to keep praying and working for the peace and unity in the state.

According to Hon. Bathiya, citizens should focus on the things that bind them together and eschew the issues capable of dividing them, and further appealed to all citizens not to relent in praying for the end of Covid-19 pandemic in the society.

While calling on them to support the government of the day to enable it succeed in delivering dividends of democracy to the people, he reaffirming his commitment to providing them with effective representation during his tenure.

WE CRY NOT FOR THE DEATHS BUT WHERE TO BURY THE CORPSES - MICHIKA COMMUNITY

Madzi community in Michika Local Government Area, Adamawa State is now in serious dilemma of where to bury the deaths as a result of lack of piece of land to lay to rest their loved ones.

Before now, the only cemetery that was available for the inhabitants of Madzi community for use during burial by both Christians and Muslims is said to have been taken over by the traditional owners of the land who claimed that the land belonged to their forefathers.

NEWS PLATFORM learnt that the action by the said owners of the piece of land to preventing people from burying the corpses in the land which is now converted to farmlands has been posing a very serious challenge to the people of Watu and Madzi District in general.

At the moment, the concern of the people in the community is not losing their loved ones, but where to get a befitting final resting place for the remains of their loved ones.

Cross section of the residents who spoke to NEWS PLATFORM who was in the community on Monday, said that they no longer cry for the deaths of their loved ones, but cry for lack of place to bury their corpses, saying burial ceremony is now a harrowing experience to the community in its entirety.

One bitter experience the community had, was when a Pastor who served the community for many years lost his mother in-law, but outrightly denied the right to bury his in-law at the place, thereby forcing him to bury her in an uncompleted building of her late husband and father in-law of the Pastor. 

However, due to high rate of deaths, the people are now finding it difficult to bury their deaths at home, a situation which necessitated public outcry for a virgin land to be converted to cemetery for the teeming electorate in the area.

It is in the light of the above that the member representing Michika constituency at the state House of Assembly, Hon. Joseph Ayuba Kwada took it upon himself and purchased a virgin land for the community which henceforth will be used as cemetery.

Speaking while presenting the documents of the land to the representatives of Christians and Muslims Communities at the site in Michika on  Monday, the Member said that he came to hand over the land he bought for them to be used as cemetery.

Hon. Kwada posited that when he came for campaign, the youth of the community pleaded with him to help them buy a plot of land to be converted to cemetery, and thanked God for making it possible to fulfill his campaign promise.

 He informed them that he bought it to be used by both Christians and Muslims, saying that he decided to buy it for them to address the challenges they encounter whenever someone dies.

According to him, there is no point for somebody to deny other people from burying their relatives in a land used to be a cemetery for ages and now claimed that it belonged to their forefathers.

Earlier, speaking on behalf of Christian community, Pastor Nuhu Abba appreciated the lawmaker for coming to the aid of the community, and prayed God to continue to open doors for him.

Also speaking on behalf of Muslims community, Ibrahim Abubakar disclosed that the member had wiped away their tears, saying that whenever the people of Madzi betray the Member, God will also betray them.

Baring their minds, the Councillor representing Madzi ward and representative of youth, Hon. Ayuba Yohanna and Emmanuel J. Vawa said the member has been doing the work of a Senator, Member House of Representatives, the Executive of the LGC and prayed God to grant him a successful tenure of office.

QWE CRY NOT FOR THE DEATHS BUT WHERE TO BURY THE CORPSES - MICHIKA COM... AS ADHA MP INTERVENES

Madzi community in Michika Local Government Area, Adamawa State is now in serious dilemma of where to bury the deaths as a result of lack of piece of land to lay to rest their loved ones.

Before now, the only cemetery that was available for the inhabitants of Madzi community for use during burial by both Christians and Muslims is said to have been taken over by the traditional owners of the land who claimed that the land belonged to their forefathers.

NEWS PLATFORM learnt that the action by the said owners of the piece of land to preventing people from burying the corpses in the land which is now converted to farmlands has been posing a very serious challenge to the people of Watu and Madzi District in general.

At the moment, the concern of the people in the community is not losing their loved ones, but where to get a befitting final resting place for the remains of their loved ones.

Cross section of the residents who spoke to NEWS PLATFORM who was in the community on Monday, said that they no longer cry for the deaths of their loved ones, but cry for lack of place to bury their corpses, saying burial ceremony is now a harrowing experience to the community in its entirety.

One bitter experience the community had, was when a Pastor who served the community for many years lost his mother in-law, but outrightly denied the right to bury his in-law at the place, thereby forcing him to bury her in an uncompleted building of her late husband and father in-law of the Pastor. 

However, due to high rate of deaths, the people are now finding it difficult to bury their deaths at home, a situation which necessitated public outcry for a virgin land to be converted to cemetery for the teeming electorate in the area.

It is in the light of the above that the member representing Michika constituency at the state House of Assembly, Hon. Joseph Ayuba Kwada took it upon himself and purchased a virgin land for the community which henceforth will be used as cemetery.

Speaking while presenting the documents of the land to the representatives of Christians and Muslims Communities at the site in Michika on  Monday, the Member said that he came to hand over the land he bought for them to be used as cemetery.

Hon. Kwada posited that when he came for campaign, the youth of the community pleaded with him to help them buy a plot of land to be converted to cemetery, and thanked God for making it possible to fulfill his campaign promise.

 He informed them that he bought it to be used by both Christians and Muslims, saying that he decided to buy it for them to address the challenges they encounter whenever someone dies.

According to him, there is no point for somebody to deny other people from burying their relatives in a land used to be a cemetery for ages and now claimed that it belonged to their forefathers.

Earlier, speaking on behalf of Christian community, Pastor Nuhu Abba appreciated the lawmaker for coming to the aid of the community, and prayed God to continue to open doors for him.

Also speaking on behalf of Muslims community, Ibrahim Abubakar disclosed that the member had wiped away their tears, saying that whenever the people of Madzi betray the Member, God will also betray them.

Baring their minds, the Councillor representing Madzi ward and representative of youth, Hon. Ayuba Yohanna and Emmanuel J. Vawa said the member has been doing the work of a Senator, Member House of Representatives, the Executive of the LGC and prayed God to grant him a successful tenure of office.

WE CRY NOT FOR THE DEATHS BUT WHERE TO BURY THE CORPSES- MICHIKA COMMUNITY... AS ADAMAWA MP INTERVENES

Madzi community in Michika Local Government Area, Adamawa State is now in serious dilemma of where to bury the deaths as a result of lack of piece of land to lay to rest their loved ones.

Before now, the only cemetery that was available for the inhabitants of Madzi community for use during burial by both Christians and Muslims is said to have been taken over by the traditional owners of the land who claimed that the land belonged to their forefathers.

NEWS PLATFORM learnt that the action by the said owners of the piece of land to preventing people from burying the corpses in the land which is now converted to farmlands has been posing a very serious challenge to the people of Watu and Madzi District in general.

At the moment, the concern of the people in the community is not losing their loved ones, but where to get a befitting final resting place for the remains of their loved ones.

Cross section of the residents who spoke to NEWS PLATFORM who was in the community on Monday, said that they no longer cry for the deaths of their loved ones, but cry for lack of place to bury their corpses, saying burial ceremony is now a harrowing experience to the community in its entirety.

One bitter experience the community had, was when a Pastor who served the community for many years lost his mother in-law, but outrightly denied the right to bury his in-law at the place, thereby forcing him to bury her in an uncompleted building of her late husband and father in-law of the Pastor. 

However, due to high rate of deaths, the people are now finding it difficult to bury their deaths at home, a situation which necessitated public outcry for a virgin land to be converted to cemetery for the teeming electorate in the area.

It is in the light of the above that the member representing Michika constituency at the state House of Assembly, Hon. Joseph Ayuba Kwada took it upon himself and purchased a virgin land for the community which henceforth will be used as cemetery.

Speaking while presenting the documents of the land to the representatives of Christians and Muslims Communities at the site in Michika on  Monday, the Member said that he came to hand over the land he bought for them to be used as cemetery.

Hon. Kwada posited that when he came for campaign, the youth of the community pleaded with him to help them buy a plot of land to be converted to cemetery, and thanked God for making it possible to fulfill his campaign promise.

 He informed them that he bought it to be used by both Christians and Muslims, saying that he decided to buy it for them to address the challenges they encounter whenever someone dies.

According to him, there is no point for somebody to deny other people from burying their relatives in a land used to be a cemetery for ages and now claimed that it belonged to their forefathers.

Earlier, speaking on behalf of Christian community, Pastor Nuhu Abba appreciated the lawmaker for coming to the aid of the community, and prayed God to continue to open doors for him.

Also speaking on behalf of Muslims community, Ibrahim Abubakar disclosed that the member had wiped away their tears, saying that whenever the people of Madzi betray the Member, God will also betray them.

Baring their minds, the Councillor representing Madzi ward and representative of youth, Hon. Ayuba Yohanna and Emmanuel J. Vawa said the member has been doing the work of a Senator, Member House of Representatives, the Executive of the LGC and prayed God to grant him a successful tenure of office.

RESTORE PEACE, STABILITY IN ADAMAWA CORRESPONDENTS' CHAPEL, NUJ DIRECTS CMTE

Sequel to voluntary resignation of the entire Executive Council of the Correspondents' Chapel in Adamawa state, the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) State Council has constituted a 3-Man Steering Committee with a mandate to restore peace and stability in the Chapel.

The 3-Man Committee has also been directed by the Council to organise fresh and transparent election to fill vacant positions created following the resignation of former Exco within two weeks.

Likewise, the Committee which has Comrade Daji Sani(ThisDay Newspapers) as its Chairman, whlie  Amina Abduullahi (Aminiya Daily Trust) and Onimisi Alao (The Nation Newspapers) as members, is expected to liaise with mother union periodically to avoid breach of constitution regarding the conduct of the polls.

A statement signed by the Secretary of the Union, Comrade Fidelis Jockthan and made available to NEWS PLATFORM Monday, said that the setting up of the committee followed voluntary resignation of the entire Exco on the 25th May, 2020.

It explained that the Council during its emergency meeting with the resigned leaders, commended their maturity and foresight in taking the bold decision in the interest of the union.

It further urged the new Committee to ensure that all properties belonging to the union, including instruments of leadership are taken care off.

RESTORE PEACE, STABILITY IN ADAMAWA CORRESPONDENTS' CHAPEL, NUJ DIRECTS CMTE

Sequel to voluntary resignation of the entire Executive Council of the Correspondents' Chapel in Adamawa state, the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) State Council has constituted a 3-Man Steering Committee with a mandate to restore peace and stability in the Chapel.

The 3-Man Committee has also been directed by the Council to organise fresh and transparent election to fill vacant positions created following the resignation of former Exco within two weeks.

Likewise, the Committee which has Comrade Daji Sani(ThisDay Newspapers) as its Chairman, whlie  Amina Abduullahi (Aminiya Daily Trust) and Onimisi Alao (The Nation Newspapers) as members, is expected to liaise with mother union periodically to avoid breach of constitution regarding the conduct of the polls.

A statement signed by the Secretary of the Union, Comrade Fidelis Jockthan and made available to NEWS PLATFORM Monday, said that the setting up of the committee followed voluntary resignation of the entire Exco on the 25th May, 2020.

It explained that the Council during its emergency meeting with the resigned leaders, commended their maturity and foresight in taking the bold decision in the interest of the union.

It further urged the new Committee to ensure that all properties belonging to the union, including instruments of leadership are taken care off.

RESTORE PEACE, STABILITY IN ADAMAWA CORRESPONDENTS' CHAPEL, NUJ DIRECTS CMTE

Sequel to voluntary resignation of the entire Executive Council of the Correspondents' Chapel in Adamawa state, the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) State Council has constituted a 3-Man Steering Committee with a mandate to restore peace and stability in the Chapel.

The 3-Man Committee has also been directed by the Council to organise fresh and transparent election to fill vacant positions created following the resignation of former Exco within two weeks.

Likewise, the Committee which has Comrade Daji Sani(ThisDay Newspapers) as its Chairman, whlie  Amina Abduullahi (Aminiya Daily Trust) and Onimisi Alao (The Nation Newspapers) as members, is expected to liaise with mother union periodically to avoid breach of constitution regarding the conduct of the polls.

A statement signed by the Secretary of the Union, Comrade Fidelis Jockthan and made available to NEWS PLATFORM Monday, said that the setting up of the committee followed voluntary resignation of the entire Exco on the 25th May, 2020.

It explained that the Council during its emergency meeting with the resigned leaders, commended their maturity and foresight in taking the bold decision in the interest of the union.

It further urged the new Committee to ensure that all properties belonging to the union, including instruments of leadership are taken care off.

ADAMAWA ROYAL FATHER HONOURS LAWMAKER WITH TRADITIONAL TITLE

District Head of Madzi in Michika Local Government Area in Adamawa State, Alh Abubakar Mamman has appointed the member representing Michika constituency at the State House of Assembly, Hon. Joseph Ayuba Kwada as new Zanna Madzi.

According to the traditional institution, the appointment of Hon. Kwada popularly known as Depolis as Zanna Madzi was in recognition of his outstanding contributions in his constituency.

It was in recognition of the honour that the Member representing Michika Constituency, Hon. Kwada led a delegation of friends and well wishers who visited the palace of the royal father to thank him for appointing the Legislator as Zanna.

Speaking during the thank you visit at the palace of the royal father Monday, Hon. Kwada told the District Head that he came to thank him and his traditional council for the honour, and to inform him that he had accepted the title given to him.

Hon. Kwada urged the Secretary of the Traditional Council to start preparation for turbaning ceremony, saying he should be communicated whenever preparations are concluded for the turbaning ceremony.

He pledged to contribute his quarter towards the progress of the traditional council and Madzi community in general, saying he will strive hard so as not to disappoint the royal father and his council.

While assuring him that he will always be available for his advice, Hon. Ayuba Kwada called on the the District Head to  identify patriotic, people proven integrity and lovers of peace to confer on them such traditional titles.

Respinding, the District Head Madzi, Alh Abubakar Mamman said that council appointed him based on his track record, explaining that the Honourable Member had done the community proud, hence the need to bestow on him the title so as to encourage him to do more.

Alh Mamman appealed to his subjects to support him in order to deliver more democracy dividends like the way he did when he was serving as Chairman Michika LGC, saying that his palace is solidly behind him.

According to him, the palace is happy to have him as one its title holders, calling on him to support and corporate with the institution for progress of the community.

Earlier, in his opening remarks, the Chairman Peoples Democratic Party(PDP) Michika II ward, Mr. J. J thanked the District Head for appointing the Member as Zanna Madzi and pledged to support him and the palace.

Mr. J. J. added that the honour is not only for him, but the entire Michika constituency, and prayed God to grant him sound health, wisdom in order to lead well.

HON. KEFAS REJOICES WITH MUSLIM UMMA AS RAMADAN ENDS

Member representing Gombi Constituency at the Adamawa state House of Assembly, Hon. Japheth Kefas has rejoiced with Muslim Umma on the occasion of Eid-el-Fitr, a celebration that brings Ramadan fast to a close.

The Lawmaker on behalf of his constituency heartily rejoiced with Muslim faithful for witnessing the termination of the 2020 Ramadan fast despite the challenges of Coronavirus and lock downs and the celebration of Eid-el-Fitr.

In a congratulatory message which was made available to newsmen, the Legislator further wished them successful celebration of the feast, and urged them to use the period and prayed for the state and the country at large.

According to him, we must continue to be fervent in prayers and consistent in supplication to win the ongoing battle against the ravaging Covid-19 pandemic for God to bring an end to the disease.

He also admonished them to remember the less privileged in the society, saying since the values of compassion, brotherhood, alms-giving and respect for others remained hallmark of the month Ramadan.

Hon.Japheth Kefas used the opportunity and reiterated his commitment to providing quality representation at the House of Assembly, appealing to his constituents to support him so as enable him succeed

ADHA MP THUMPS UP BUHARI FOR GRANTING FINANCIAL AUTONOMY TO STATE LEGISLATURE, JUDICIARY

Chairman Adamawa State House of Assembly Standing Committee on Legislative Compliance and Special Duties and Member representing Ganye constituency, Hon. Alhassan Hammanjoda has commended President Muhammadu Buhari for signing Executive Order, granting the financial autonomy to State Legislature and and Judiciary.

Hon.Alhassan who made the commendation in an interview with newsmen in Yola on Saturday, applauded PMB for granting the financial autonomy, saying that the autonomy is long overdue.

According to him, the importance of the presidential Executive Order aimed at giving financial autonomy of the state assemblies and the judiciary cannot be over emphasised considering its importance to the two arms of government.

He explained that some states could not take independent decisions or perform their constitutional functions as stipulated without the interference of their Governors because they control their resources, saying that the autonomy will now make state legislature effective than ever.

He further stated that the merits of the presidential Executive Order are numerous as the Honourable Members can conduct their legislative businesses, carry out oversight functions, perform uptimally without recourse to anyone.

According to him, their constituents would be the major beneficiaries of the autonomy because checks and balances would now be observed as practised in other developed countries.

Hon. Alhassan Hammanjoda also commended all other relevant stakeholders for the role they had played in making the financial autonomy to State assemblies and judiciary a reality.

It could be Recalled that President Muhammadu Buhari on Friday, signed into law, an Executive Order granting financial autonomy to the legislature and judiciary.

 

IYA ABBAS CONGRATULATES MUSLIM FAITHFUL ON COMPLETION OF RAMADAN FAST

The Speaker Adamawa State House of Assembly, Rt Hon. Aminu Iya Abbas has congratulated Muslims on the successful completion of Ramadan Fast

 He commended them for perseverance, patience and tolerance as well as other spiritual exercise during the period and prayed Allah to accept their ibadats.

Aminu Iya Abbas who called on the ummah to use the period of sallah festival to promote peace and unity in the society also asked them to pray fervently for government to successfully fight COVID-19 pandemic  and also to address developmental challenges in the state.

The speaker therefore wished the muslim ummah a happy and peaceful Eid-el- Fitr sallah celebration.

ADAMAWA YOUTH COUNCIL FELICITATES WITH MUSLIM BROTHERS AT EID-EL-FITR

As Muslims in Adamawa State join their counterparts around the globe in celebrating Eid-el-Fitr, marking the end of Ramadan fast, the National Youth Council Of Nigeria (NYCN), Adamawa State Chapter under the leadership of Ambassador Ajine K. Delo, has congratulated Muslim brothers and sisters and wished them a successful celebration of Eid-el- Fitr.

Ambassador Ajine, urged Muslim faithful to reflect on the lessons learnt during the Ramadan period and on the significance of fasting as a religious obligation, charging them to allow its true meaning reflect deep in their lives as well as the positive impact it will make on the lives of others.

The Chairman in a goodwill message signed by the Public Relations Officer (PRO) of the Council, Comrade Joseph Edward Wayamdi, felicitated with the Executive Governor of the State, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, Youths and other faithful in the state.

He appreciated God Almighty for sparing the lives of  Muslim Youths and other faithful towards the successful completion of Ramadan fast, saying that the dreaded disease had made it difficult for the faithful to perform their religious obligation, but said that the Council is happy that it was completed successfully

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He further appealed to the faithful to continue to observe safety tips while celebrating the period such as use of face mask, social distancing, regular hand washing as advised by health experts and preached by religious leaders.

While calling on the faithful to sustain the virtues of Ramadan, the Chairman prayed God to take State, the country and the entire world out of Covid-19 pandemic, and for the citizens to remain in peace and harmony.

Ambassador Ajine k. Delo gave kudos to Governor Fintiri, State COVID-19 Containment Committee, healthcare workers and others on essential services for being in front line in the fight against COVID-19, and further prayed God to continue to give them wisdom to end the pandemic.

POLICE NAB CAR SNATCHER IN ADAMAWA, RECOVER VEHICLE

Police in Adamawa State have apprehended a 38 year old Muhammed Sani in connection with car snatching and robbery.

The Command has recovered a Toyota Corolla with registration number: UGB 408 LQ, 2004 model as well as 44 set of brand new T-shirts, Shoes and set of trousers from the suspect.

A statement by the Image Maker of the Command, DSP Suleiman Yahaya Nguroje, which was made available to NEWS PLATFORM in Yola, the Adamawa state capital Sunday, said that the Police Operatives attached to the Command's Intelligence Bureau had on the 21/5/2020 at about 6:30pm nabbed the suspect following intelligence report.

DSP Nguroje added that the suspect was caught after robbing one Mr. Adams  M S of Abakaliki, Ebonyi State and ran to Adamawa so as to dispose his stolen car..

He disclosed that when the report got to police, the operatives immediately commenced investigation which led to the arrest of the suspect and recovery of the Toyota Corolla X and other valuables.

However, the statement warned the general public to desist from buying cars and other valuables from the road side vendors.

It reiterated the determination of the Commissioner of Police, CP Olugbenga Adeyanju, that the Command under his watch will continue to make Adamawa State unbearable to the bad eggs until they repent or relocate to other states.

                

EID-EL-FITR: ADAMAWA CAN EXTENDS BEST WISHES TO MUSLIM COMMUNITY

Leadership of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Adamawa State Chapter has extended a heartfelt felicitations to Muslim community in the state and beyond for a successful completion of Ramadan fast and the celebration of Eid-El- Fitr.

In a goodwill message signed by the Chairman of the Association, Bishop Stephen Dami Mamza and made available to NEWS PLATFORM today, said that Christians friends wish to identify with them on this very special occasion of grace and friendship as typified in the greetings, meetings where possible, and by sharing in an iftar with their Muslim brothers.

Most Rev. Dr. Dami Mamza who is also the Catholic Bishop Yola Diocese stated that the association is aware that the month of Ramadan is so central in Islamic religion, and added that it is dear to them at personal and communal levels.

He posited that during Ramadan fast, Muslims grow spiritually through the experience of God’s healing, sharing with the poor and strengthening of family and friendship bonds, pointing out that the bonds of unity or togetherness on such special occasions will go a long way in fostering fraternity between Christians and Muslims which is critically needed in such a polarised world.

He disclosed that it is as result of the spirit of love and unity that Adamawa State Christians specially pray for them and congratulate them as they mark this feast. 

"As the Muslim Community in Adamawa State and their counterparts in other regions of the world complete the month of Ramadan which is marked by fasting, prayers and almsgiving, please accept our warmest greetings and best wishes", Dr. Dami added.

According ti him, the members of the association have prayed for them for a successful Ramadan fast, and for a great celebration of the feast of Eid el-Fitr, and prayed that the just concluded acts of fasting, prayers and alms-giving may attract grace and favour for them in Allah’s eyes and wished them happy celebration.

He appealed to them to continue to pray for the end of Covid-19 pandemic, peace and sincere human solidarity in love for the dignity and good of all in the world.

HON. MACKONDO CONGRATULATES MUSLIMS, HARPS ON PEACE, UNITY

As Adamawa State Muslims join millions of their counterpart in celebrating Eid-el- Fitir, marking the end of 2020 Ramadan fast, the Deputy Speaker Adamawa State House of Assembly, Hon. Pwamwakaino Mackindo has extended his goodwill message to muslim faithful in his constituency.

Hon. Mackondo In a congratulatory message in Yola, the Adamawa state capital, rejoiced with Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, the Speaker and other State Legislators, his Numan constituency on the completion of Ramadan fast.

Hon. Mackondo also urged all Muslims to imbibe the lessons learnt during the Ramadan period through sacrifices, almsgiving to the needy, continuous exhibition of piety as well as charity to one another.

He said the celebration is coming at a time that the world is thrown into confusion with the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic which, he expressed optimism that it will soon be over.

He called on various faiths to join in reflection and prayers for the state, the nation and the world for God to end Covid -19 which is currently spreading like a wild fire, appealing to them to continue to coexist peacefully.

Hon. Pwamwakaino Mackondo reiterated his commitment to providing his constituency with people oriented representation at the state legislature.

DEP SPEAKER ADHA CONGRATULATES MUSLIMS, HARPS ON PEACE, UNITY

As Adamawa State Muslims join millions of their counterpart in celebrating Eid-el- Fitir, marking the end of 2020 Ramadan fast, the Deputy Speaker Adamawa State House of Assembly, Hon. Pwamwakaino Mackindo has extended his goodwill message to muslim faithful in his constituency.

Hon. Mackondo In a congratulatory message in Yola, the Adamawa state capital, rejoiced with Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, the Speaker and other State Legislators, his Numan constituency on the completion of Ramadan fast.

Hon. Mackondo also urged all Muslims to imbibe the lessons learnt during the Ramadan period through sacrifices, almsgiving to the needy, continuous exhibition of piety as well as charity to one another.

He said the celebration is coming at a time that the world is thrown into confusion with the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic which, he expressed optimism that it will soon be over.

He called on various faiths to join in reflection and prayers for the state, the nation and the world for God to end Covid -19 which is currently spreading like a wild fire, appealing to them to continue to coexist peacefully.

Hon. Pwamwakaino Mackondo reiterated his commitment to providing his constituency with people oriented representation at the state legislature.

HON. KWADA GREETS MUSLIMS ON COMPLETION OF RAMADAN FAST

Adamawa state House of Assembly Member representing Michika constituency, Hon. Joseph Ayuba Kwada, has congratulated Muslims faithful on the occasion of Eil-El-Fitir celebrations.

In a message to Michika constituency and Adamawa State in general on Sunday, Hon. Kwada(Depolis) felicitated with muslims on successful completion of 2020 Ramadan fast.

The Legislator specifically congratulated Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, Speaker and other Honourable Members of the House of Assembly, his constituents, and wished them happy celebration.

He urged on all Muslims to use the opportunity of the Sallah celebrations and reflect on the challenges facing the society, and how they can contribute more meaningfully towards addressing them, and appealed to all and sundry to continue to pray for God to end Covid-19 pandemic.

Hon. Joseph Ayuba Kwada appreciated the support being accorded to him by his constituents, and promised not to relent in providing quality representation to his electorate.

EID-EL- FITR: DEP SPEAKER ADHA CONGRATULATES MUSLIMS, HARPS ON PEACE, UNITY

As Adamawa State Muslims join millions of their counterpart in celebrating Eid-el- Fitir, marking the end of 2020 Ramadan fast, the Deputy Speaker Adamawa State House of Assembly, Hon. Pwamwakaino Mackindo has extended his goodwill message to muslim faithful in his constituency.

Hon. Mackondo In a congratulatory message in Yola, the Adamawa state capital, rejoiced with Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, the Speaker and other State Legislators, his Numan constituency on the completion of Ramadan fast.

Hon. Mackondo also urged all Muslims to imbibe the lessons learnt during the Ramadan period through sacrifices, almsgiving to the needy, continuous exhibition of piety as well as charity to one another.

He said the celebration is coming at a time that the world is thrown into confusion with the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic which, he expressed optimism that it will soon be over.

He called on various faiths to join in reflection and prayers for the state, the nation and the world for God to end Covid -19 which is currently spreading like a wild fire, appealing to them to continue to coexist peacefully.

Hon. Pwamwakaino Mackondo reiterated his commitment to providing his constituency with people oriented representation at the state legislature.

BUHARI GRANTS FINANCIAL AUTONOMY TO STATE LEGISLATURE, JUDICIARY

President Muhammadu Buhari has on Friday granted financial autonomy to the legislature and judiciary across the 36 states of the country.

Buhari granted the autonomy via a new executive order signed on Friday.

The president, who broke the news on Twitter, added that his administration would “continue to do everything to strengthen the principles and practice of democratic governance in Nigeria.”

He wrote: “Based on the power vested in me under Section 5 of the 1999 Constitution (as Amended), I, today, signed into law Executive Order No. 10 of 2020 for the implementation of Financial Autonomy of State Legislature and State Judiciary.”

Buhari signed the executive order six months after the conference of speakers of state assemblies in Nigeria urged him to make such a move.

After a meeting with Buhari, Mudashiru Obasa, chairman of the conference of speakers, told reporters that they wanted the implementation of the autonomy “to move faster.”

Although the amended 1999 constitution had incorporated the independence and financial autonomy for state legislature, it is not being implemented in many states.

With the order in effect, it could mean that federal government allocations for the state and judiciary will now be separated from the source instead of being left at the control of governors.

The governors, some of whom have been convicted for fraud over the years, have often been accused of misusing the funds with little or no checks from the state assemblies.

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ADHA MEMBER DONATES #7MILLION WORTH TRANSFORMERS TO GOMBI COMMUNITIES

In fulfilment of his campaign promises, the member representing Gombi constituency at the Adamawa State House of Assembly, Hon. Japhet Kefas has donated two transformers worth #7million to communities in Gombi Local Government Areas.

The two transformers (500KVA and 300KVA)were donated to Gadan Mai Saje, a community which has been in existence for about 70 years without power supply as well as Kanjara in fulfillment of his promises to the communities.

Gadan Mai Saje community, according to the inhabitants, is one kilometer away from the headquarters of Gombi Local Government Area, but it has been without power supply for about 70 years, and appreciated the Lawmaker for his effort to connecting it with power supply.

Hon. Japheth had sometimes in the past donated two transformers to Jau and Pirkasa communities in the same Local Government Area.

Addressing the people of Gadan Mai Saje, while donating of the the transformers, Hon. Japhet Kefas, told them that his decision to supply them with the transformer was in fulfillment of his campaign promises, saying that when he came to the community for his campaign, the people pleaded with him to assist them with it.

Hon. Japheth Kefas informed them that the transformer will supply the entire community and  beyond with electricity, saying that the gesture will go along way in improving their living standard.

He disclosed that the teeming electorate had given him their votes in order to do justice to them in his representation, saying that it became necessary for him to do everything possible to deliver on his campaign promises.

According to him, the reason why some politicians become miserable after leaving their offices is because they lifted up their hands and promised to do justice to all but could not do so, and promised to facilitate/lobby for the employment of their sons and daughters as well as empowerment of the women folk.

While at Kanjara, the Legislator said that the inhabitants of the community pleaded with him during his campaign to supply them with the transformer, hence his decision to fulfill the promise he made to them, and thanked God for the opportunity given to him to deliver on his promises.

 He said that though Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri has a lot of activities to do across the 21 Local Government Areas, but promised not to relent in lobbying towards ensuring that the broken Kanjara bridge is fixed as promised during campaign by the Governor himself.

On the recent loan facility the house approved for the Governor, Hon. Japheth explained that the decision by the Governor to borrow became absolutely necessary due to the impact of Covid-19 pandemic, saying that disease has affected the economy of the world, the nation and down to the state, and that the government was left with no option than to secure loan so as to execute capital projects.

He noted that the house of assembly considered the economic situation of the state and found it necessary to approve his request to access the loan facility, stating that the facility will be used to execute capital projects like schools and hospitals and not for salaries.

Earlier, in his remarks, the Chairman Gombi LGC, Dimas Shekel who was represented by the Vice Chairman, Hon. Yahaya Umaru commended the member for his sacrifice, saying that if the transformers are fixed will go along way in enhancing the living standard of the citizens.

On his part, the Chairman Peoples Democratic Party(PDP) Gombi LGA, Hon. Kawu Sadiq observed that the electorate had voted for the right person, describing him as tasted and trusted politician who has the love of his people at heart.

Baring his mind, a stakeholder of Gada Mai Saje, Mallam Sani Yusuf said that Hon. Japheth has set a record in the community to be the first lawmaker to supply them with the transformer, saying that community has been in existence for about 70 years without electricity.

Mallam Sani Yusuf assured the Member that the entire community is 100 percent behind him and they are willing to do whatever he asks them to do, and advised the community to make effective use of the transformer.

Also speaking, the Village Head of Kajara, Alhaji Barkindo Idris appreciated the member for the kind gesture and called on his subjects to rally round him to enable him succeed in his representation.

ADHA MEMBER DONATES #7MILLION WORTH TRANSFORMERS TO GOMBI COMMUNITIES

FINTIRI HAILS BISHOP DAMI AS HE CLOCKS 11 YEARS OF EPISCOPAL SERVICE

Adamawa State Governor, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri has extended his heartfelt congratulations to Most Rev. Stephen Dami Mamza as he celebrates 11 years of Episcopal Service as Catholic Bishop of Yola Diocese.

A statement by the Press Secretary to the Governor, Humwashi Wonosikou and made available to newsmen in Yola, the Adamawa state capital, described Bishop Dami as a focused and visionary leader who has shaped many lives as a preacher, counselor and philanthropist.

Governor Fintiri said that the humility, purposeful and responsive leadership of Dr. Dami has greatly impacted the State, his Diocese and beyond, and wished him many more years of service to God and humanity in good health and strength.

Governor Fintiri added that the contributions of the Bishop is commendable especially in peace building initiatives, applauding his passion to building a better state and fostering peace and understanding among people of different religions and tribes.

FINTIRI FETEST BISHOP DAMI AS HE CLOCKS 11 YEARS OF EPISCOPAL SERVICE

Adamawa State Governor, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri has extended his heartfelt congratulations to Most Rev. Stephen Dami Mamza as he celebrates 11 years of Episcopal Service as Catholic Bishop of Yola Diocese.

A statement by the Press Secretary to the Governor, Humwashi Wonosikou and made available to newsmen in Yola, the Adamawa state capital, described Bishop Dami as a focused and visionary leader who has shaped many lives as a preacher, counselor and philanthropist.

Governor Fintiri said that the humility, purposeful and responsive leadership of Dr. Dami has greatly impacted the State, his Diocese and beyond, and wished him many more years of service to God and humanity in good health and strength.

Governor Fintiri added that the contributions of the Bishop is commendable especially in peace building initiatives, applauding his passion to building a better state and fostering peace and understanding among people of different religions and tribes.

COVID -19: FINTIRI ASKS ADHA TO REDUCE 2020 APPROVED BUDGET TO #140 BILLION

Against the backdrop of the impact of Covid-19 pandemic on health and the economic sectors in the society, Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri of Adamawa has written to the House of Assembly, requesting it to reduce the approved #183 billion 2020 budget to#140 billion. 

According to Fintiri, his administration's decision to cut down the approved budget to #140 billion from #183 billion was necessitated by the dreaded Covid -19 pandemic which adversely affected the inflow of cash to the state from the Federation Account.

Governor Fintiri who stated this while presenting 35 Copies of the 2020 Reviewed Budget Estimates to the Speaker of the House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Aminu Iya Abbas for consideration and subsequent approval, said that his government found it necessary to review the budget in line with current economic realities.

The Governor who was represented by the Commissioner Ministry of Finance, Hon. Dr. Ishaya Dabari, said that the government and its citizens are witnesses to the impact of the disease on the economy ranging from lockdowns, low federal allocation, closure of businesses and low Internally Generated Revenue (IGR).

He told the Honourable House that they reviewed the budget by 24 percent, explaining that the y have reviewed it from #183 billion to #140, removing #43billion.

According to him, the worst affected area is the over head cost, and that the personnel cost is not affected, saying that the overhead cost had been reduced by 43 percent, whereas capital expenditure is reduced by 20 percent.

He stated that the government had reviewed the laws of the Board of Internal Revenue as well as Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP)to enhance IGR, saying that they had also engaged some consultants in the informal sector in revenue generation.

Responding, the Speaker of the House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Aminu Iya Abbas said that the hallowed chamber is aware of the current situation of the economy, saying that the government had taken serious measures towards containing it.

The Speaker added that that the pandemic affected not only the economy of the state or Nigeria, but globally, adding that the multiplier effect of the pandemic on the economic sector can be felt.

He observed that the effort by the government is to reflect the reality, saying that the effort is to reduce the budget down to enable the executive arm summon courage and implement it, assuring of the commitment of the house towards deliberating on it. 

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By Jonathan Filibus

Members of the Adamawa State House of Assembly have unanimously approved the whopping #17billion loan facility as requested by Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri for the execution of critical development projects across the 21 Local Government Areas.

It could be recalled that Governor Fintiri had sought the House of Assembly's approval to obtain the facility from 2 commercial banks for the execution of  projects across the state.

The Governor's request as contained in 2 separate letters, were read at the resumed plenary session presided by the Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. Aminu Iya Abbas during the week.

Fintiri had told the Legislators that #15 billion loan facility will be secured from a Fidelity bank for the tenor of 48 months at 13 percent interest rate and 0.5 percent management fee, saying it will be used to finance critical development projects across Adamawa.

According to him, the whopping sum of #2 billion on the other hand will be collected from Access bank Plc at a tenor of 10 years at 4.5 percent interest rate up to February, 2021 and 9 percent interest rate from 1st March, 2021. 

He informed them that the #2billion loan facility was at the instance of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), and extended to all the 36 states of the federation to fight Covid -19 pandemic.

He said that if the facility is finally approved, it will be used to finance the building and expansion of the state's medical/health care facilities and acquisition of medical equipment.

According to him, the State Executive Council at its 5th (2020) meeting held on 13 the May, 2020, considered and approved the securing of the facility; hence the decision to forward the letters to the Assembly for the Legislators' approval.

After the presentation of the letters, the Speaker of the House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Aminu Iya Abbas referred it to the House Standing Committee on Finance, Budget and Appropriation headed by Hon. Kate Raymond Mamuno and given 2 weeks within which to scrutinise it. 

But upon resumption of plenary session today, the Lawmakers approved the letters after the submission of 2 separate reports of the House Committee on Finance, Budget and Appropriation to that effect.

The approval followed the consideration and adoption of the report as sponsored by Hon. Kate Raymond Mamuno(Demsa).

Thereafter, the Speaker of the House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Aminu Iya Abbas directed the clerk of the House to communicate the resolutions of the members to the Governor for further action.