SEN IYA ABBAS DONATES N10MILLION TO YOLA MARKET FIRE VICTIMS

The Senator representing Adamawa Central Senatorial District, Rt. Hon. Aminu IYA Abbas, has donated the sum of N10million to the victims of fire disaster in Yola South main market. News Platform 

Senator Iya Abbas, donated the money to victims when he visited the market on Thursday, to commiserate with the victims of the inferno.

The distinguished Senator sympathised with the affected traders, Yola South LGC and Adamawa State in general, explaining that he was out of the country on official assignment at the time of the incident.

He said though he had extended his words of comfort and sympathy them while he was away, he deemed it imperative to come in person and commiserate with them.

He told them that nobody can be able compensate them on the damages they had incurred, saying that his visit was to enable him render his financial assistance to those affected to cushion the effect of hardship.

He applauded Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, for his promise to construct a befitting Morden market to end reoccurring fire disasters, assuring that only those operating businesses in the market will be allocated shops in the new market.

In his remarks, the Director General Iya Abbas Campaign Organisation, Alh. Usman Muhammed Kaura, stated that the Senator came to sympathise with them on the sad incident.

The DG told them that Senator Abbas is a credible leader who has the love of his electorate at heart and found it necessary to come an see them, saying that the Senator is equal to the tasks.

He used the opportunity and gave kudos to Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri for for his administration's willingness to construct the market.

Also speaking, the PDP Candidate for House of Assembly for Yola South Constituency in 2023, Hon. Adamu Bana Mustapha, commended the Senator for the visit to bring succour to the victims, and described as a leader par excellence.

In his vote of thanks, the Chairman Gamzaki Traders Association Adamawa State, Alh. Muhammed 86, appreciated Senator Abbas for reaching out to them with the support and wish him a successful tenure.

Earlier, in his welcome address, the Chairman Traders Association Yola South Main Market, Ali Kachalla, thanked the Senator for conveying his condolence message to them at the time of the incident and for coming in person.

HON. KEFAS HEAPS PRAISES ON FINTIRI's GIANT STRIDES IN 5 YRS

Mesmerised by the scorecards of the Adamawa State Governor, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, in the last 5 years, the Member representing Song constituency at the House of Assembly, Hon. Emmanuel Kefas, has heaped accolades on the governor over what he calls a successful completion of a glorious 5 years in office.

Pointedly, in a statement made available to newsmen on Wednesday, Hon. Kefas, described Fintiri as a workaholic "Fresh Air Governor, saying that his numerous achievements did not come to him as a surprise due to his track record..

“Exactly a year today, the electorate unanimously took a decision to give Governor Fintiri 2nd term, saying that the Governor has displayed an exemplary leadership in terms of transformation he brings to the state.

According to him, the administration of Fintiri must be commended for the achievements recorded in 5 years, saying that the transformation agenda of Fintiri has changed the history of the state positively.

He felicitated with the Governor and Adamawa State in general, and appealed for support from all and sundry to enable him provide more democracy dividends to the citizens.

He also applauded the cordial working relationship between the executive and the legislative arms of the government and pledged the readiness of his constituency to continue to support him in order to succeed.

5TH ANNIVERSARY: MICHIKA LEGISLATOR LAUDS FINTIRI's ACHIEVEMENTS

Lawmaker representing Michika constituency at the Adamawa State House of Assembly, Hon. Moses Yerima Zah, has applauded the administration of Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, for its remarkable achievements.

In his congratulatory message, Hon. Moses Yerima Zah, said Adamawa State is proud of Governor Fintiri and his administration for its giant strides in 5 years.

The Chief Whip of the assembly added that his constituents and Adamawa State in general can testify to the fact that the Governor has justified the mandate given to him by the electorate, and congratulated him for marking 1year anniversary of 2nd tenure.

According to him, numerous completed and ongoing urban and rural road network projects, transformation in education, health sector, empowerment of people at the grassroots among other critical sectors were recorded by the Governor.

He noted that history will remember Fintiri as a transformational leader who rose above personal and partisan interests to make bold decisions and push through a progressive agenda for the growth and development of the state.

He pledged his constituency support to Fintiri and his people oriented adminstration to enable it continue to provide more dividends of democracy across the state.

He urged Governor Fintiri not to relent in effort towards bringing positive change in the State, and called on the electorate to rally round him for the progress of the state.

5 YRS IN OFFICE: NUMAN LAWMAKER SCORES FINTIRI HIGH IN PERFORMANCE

The member representing Numan constituency at the Adamawa State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Pwamwakeno Mackondo, has scored the Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri-led administration high on the delivery of dividends of democracy.

Rt. Hon. Mackondo, who is the Chairman House Standing Committee on State Planning, congratulated Governor for clocking 1 year in office in his second tenure.

The PDP Lawmaker in a congratulatory message to Fintiri on Wednesday, said that the "Fresh Air Governor" has performed creditably well in delivering on his campaign promises and wished him sound health and wisdom in piloting the affairs of the state.

The former Deputy Speaker described Fintiri as "Project Governor, Hasken Toungo, Flyover Governor" as well as "peoples' Governor", explaining that he has been given all the names because of his outstanding performance.

He said that Fintiri is one of the best performing Governors in Nigeria today, and that as Lawmakers, they are supporting him to enable him deliver more dividends of democracy to his electorate.

According him, Adamawa State will continue to record significant progress with Fintiri on the helms of affairs, saying that Fintiri led administration has been doing wonderfully well in critical sectors including education, infrastructure, health among others.

He advised him to focus more attention on security as he works hard to continue to touch the lives of electorate, saying that there will be progress wherever there is adequate security of lives and property.

He said whenever Fintiri promised to do something, he matches his words with action, and further commended him for delivering on his mandate.

 

Rt. Hon. Pwamwakeno Mackondo, said as legislators, they will continue to support him for the benefit of their constituents, adding that Fintiri has been impacting positively on the lives of the people.

1 YEAR ANNIVERSARY: NUMAN LAWMAKER SCORES FINTIRI HIGH IN PERFORMANCE

The member representing Numan constituency at the Adamawa State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Pwamwakeno Mackondo, has scored the Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri-led administration high on the delivery of dividends of democracy.

Rt. Hon. Mackondo, who is the Chairman House Standing Committee on State Planning, congratulated Governor for clocking 1 year in office in his second tenure.

The PDP Lawmaker in a congratulatory message to Fintiri on Wednesday, said that the "Fresh Air Governor" has performed creditably well in delivering on his campaign promises and wished him sound health and wisdom in piloting the affairs of the state.

The former Deputy Speaker described Fintiri as "Project Governor, Hasken Toungo, Flyover Governor" as well as "peoples' Governor", explaining that he has been given all the names because of his outstanding performance.

He said that Fintiri is one of the best performing Governors in Nigeria today, and that as Lawmakers, they are supporting him to enable him deliver more dividends of democracy to his electorate.

According him, Adamawa State will continue to record significant progress with Fintiri on the helms of affairs, saying that Fintiri led administration has been doing wonderfully well in critical sectors including education, infrastructure, health among others.

He advised him to focus more attention on security as he works hard to continue to touch the lives of electorate, saying that there will be progress wherever there is adequate security of lives and property.

He said whenever Fintiri promised to do something, he matches his words with action, and further commended him for delivering on his mandate.

 

Rt. Hon. Pwamwakeno Mackondo, said as legislators, they will continue to support him for the benefit of their constituents, adding that Fintiri has been impacting positively on the lives of the people.

5 YRS IN OFFICE: SEN IYA ABBAS HAILS FINTIRI's PERFORMANCE

 

The Senator Representing Adamawa Central Senatorial District, Aminu Iya Abbas, has congratulated Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, on his 5 years in office. 

Sen Abbas, who is the Chairman House Committee on Innovation, Science and Technology in a congratulatory message made available to newsmen in Yola, Wednesday on behalf of People of Adamawa Central, described Fintiri's developmental projects as commendable. 

Abbas also saluted the security measures put in place by Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, saying that it is another laudable effort to enhance security of lives and property of the people at all level as it is everybody's business. 

The Federal lawmaker added that, within the five years of Governor Fintiri he provide Infrastructural development throughout the state, improved the welfare of civil servants and retirees, also set machinery in motion for the much-desired people-oriented projects. 

The senator also commended the government for providing palliative to the people of the state for free across the 226 political wards as part of measures towards cushioning the effect of fuel subsidy removal. 

He revealed that, the patriotism showcased by the Fintiri's led administration, is another sign for better days ahead and people of the state are hopeful to reap good governance. 

Aminu Iya Abbas while praying God to protect and guide the Governor in the mission to improve the fortune of the people through the prosperity policy thrust, he reiterated the commitment of critical stakeholders continued support to the Governor for unity, peace and development of the state.

SEN IYA ABBAS CONDOLES BATHIYA, FINTIRI, GANYE CONSTITUENTS OVER LAWMAKER's DEATH

The Senator Representating Adamawa Central Senatorial District, Aminu Iya Abbas has expressed shock over the death of Deputy Minority Whip of the Adamawa State House of Assembly, Hon. Abdulmalik Jauro Musa Member Representing Ganye Constituency. 

Iya Abbas who is the Chairman Senate Committee on Innovation, Science and Technology in a condolence message through his Media Office in Yola on behalf of the people of Central Zone, consoled with the Speaker, members of the 8th Assembly, Government and People of Adamawa State. 

The Senator described the death of the young lawmaker as a great lost not only to his family and Ganye constituency but the entire state. 

According to Iya Abbas, Hon. Abdulmalik was a humble rising politician, who committed his life to the service of humanity.

The Senator further said that the late lawmaker who served as Senior Legislative Aide to his former colleague in the 7th Assembly from Ganye constituency was an committed Aide who provided effective support to his former principal. 

Abbas said that Hon. Malik was a young rising grassroot politician who put the interest of his people above his personal interest. 

He prayed the Almighty Allah to grant him Aljannatul Furdausi and give the Family, the People of Ganye constituency, Adamawa State and Nigeria, the fortitude to bear the irreparable loss.

ADAMAWA CENTRAL SENATOR MOURNS EX- EFCC BOSS, DIG LAMORDE

The Senator Representing Adamawa Central Senatorial District, Aminu Iya Abbas, has expressed shock over the death of the former Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), DIG Ibrahim Lamorde (rtd).

Iya Abbas In a condolence message through his Yola Media Office on behalf of the people of Adamawa Central, described the death of the Former Anti Corruption Czar as a great lost not only to his family and colleagues but the entire Adamawa state and the country at large.

While consoling the government and people of Adamawa state and the country as a whole, Senator Iya Abbas said the former DIG died when his wealth of experience is much more needed in addressing national issues. 

He also extended his condolences to Lamorde’s immediate and extended families and other colleagues of the DIG in the NPF and the EFCC.

Iya Abbas also prayed to Almighty Allah to grant the deceased eternal rest and give the members of his family the fortitude to bear the irreparable lost.

ADAMAWA: 3 MEN FACE COURT FOR STEALING N72. 818 MILLION IN GANYE LGA

Three persons are currently facing trial before the Chief Magistrate I in Yola, Adamawa State, for allegedly stealing the sum of N72.818million in Ganye LGA.

The defendants standing trial before the court include: Abdulrashed Waziri, 36, Richard Moses, 42 and Uche Sunday, 32 for the alleged offences.

They were arraigned before the court for the alleged offences of theft by clerk or servant, misappropriation and criminal breach of trust.

Abdulrashed, and 2 other defendants allegedly made away with the sum of N72.818million belonging to Saro Agro-Science Limited located in Ganye Local Government Area.

According to the prosecution, Abdulrashed, a Store Keeper, Richard, Market Sales Rep and Uche, Van Sales Rep of the company conspired and perpetrated the crime without the prior knowledge of the management.

Arraigning the defendants, the Prosecutor, ASP Zakka Musa, informed the court that one Olajide Oladeji of Investment Quarters Tunfure in Gombe state who is also the Regional Business Head of the company reported the matter to the Adamawa State Police Command.

ASP Zakka said that Olajide had reported that on the 25 September, 2023, the Location Manager supervising Ganye Office, Caleb Akinteye had discovered that the affected staff stole the company's money.

The defendants had sold the products of the company and realised the sum of N48million and kept the cash at the warehouse of the company in Ganye LGA on Saturday.

On their resumption of work on Monday with an intention of depositing the money in the bank, the defendants could not see the money and there was no case of burglary at the warehouse. 

Likewise, after the management had audited it stocks at the warehouse, it found out that over N24million stocks were missing which brings total to N72.818million.

On their arraignment before the judge, Muhammed Buba, before his elevation to DCR, all the defendants pleaded not guilty to the allegations slammed against them by the prosecution.

ADHA MOURNS AS GANYE LAWMAKER IS LAID TO REST TODAY

 

The Speaker Adamawa State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Bathiya Wesley, has mourned the death of the member representing Ganye constituency, Hon. Abdulmalik Musa Jauro.

Late Abdulmalik, who died in India over the weekend, was buried today at his home town in Ganye Local Government Area.

Rt. Hon. Bathiya, in a statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Hyellamada Bernard, on behalf of the members and the entire assembly, sympathised with the immediate constituency of the deceased.

The statement specifically consoled the immediate family of the member and Ganye constituents over the demise of the lawmaker, and described as shocking the sudden death of the member.

The Speaker described late Abdulmalik as a team player, saying that he will be missed greatly and prayed for the repose of the departed. 

Until his demise, Hon Abdulmalik was the member representing Ganye constituency and Deputy Minority Whip elected under the APC during the 2023 general election.

Townhall Meeting: FAWE Engages Stakeholders on "Tsangaya" System of Education in Adamawa

Critical Stakeholders at a One-Day Townhall Meeting organised by the Forum for African Women Educationalist (FAWE) Nigeria have brainstormed extensively on the "Tsangaya" System of Education: prospects and challenges.

The townhall meeting on "Tsangaya" was organised by FAWE with a support from PLAN International EU-INTPA Project on "Strengthening Civil Society to Enhance Education for all in Northern Nigeria".

The event attracted relevant stakeholders including Ministry of Education and Human Capital Development, Adamawa State Universal Basic Education Board (ADSUBEB), Muslim Council of Nigeria Adamawa State Chapter, Jama'atul Nasir Islam(JNI), CSACEFA, Youth Groups and Civil Society Organisations among others.

The townhall meeting which was held at the Universal Basic Education Board on Wednesday, provided an ample opportunity where the participants identified several factors affecting Almajiri Education System in Adamawa State and Northern Nigeria in general and made their suggetions on the way forward.

During brainstorming session on the challenges of "Tsangaya", the participants identified lack of integration, political will on the part of government, certification, recognition, poor hygiene, sanitation within the schools, overcrowding and several others as major challenges affecting "Tsangaya".

Others are lack of conducive learning evironment, extreme poverty, insecurity, lamenting that some higher institutions who have "Tsangaya" departments failed to proffer lasting solution on some of the challenges identified.

The stakeholders advised government to take up its responsibilities and review its educational policies as stakeholders on their part to be proactive in addressing challenges confronting "Tsangaya" 

Some of the participants were of the view that it is not the teaching that an issue of concern, but a situation whereby some of the pupils are allowed to roam about begging for what to eat.

They used the opportunity and commended FAWE for beaming its searchlights on "Tsangaya" explaining that holding such programmes on the "Tsangaya" will help the system of education tremendously.

Earlier, in his brief overview on the objectives of the event, the Education Officer FAWE Nigeria, Ibrahim Bello, said that the event was organised to strengthen participants as actors of good governance and empower them to contribute to inclusive, participatory and open education policy dialogue in Adamawa and Nigeria as a whole. 

Ibrahim added that it is to promote local CSOs, youth, women, and disability grassroots organisations to participate in, advocate for, and monitor the implementation of "Tsangaya" reformation and gender-responsive and inclusive education planning to support positive change in Nigeria.

He appreciated the participants for availing themselves with the opportunity to grace the event and wished them fruitful delibration.

In his presentation, the Principal Iqra Academy, Yola and Deputy Chief Imam Jimeta Central Jumma'at Mosque, Umar Zangina, commended the organisers for hosting the event.

Zangina, who traced the history of "Tsangaya" education, evolution, challenges and prospects, observed that the problems confronting "Tsangaya" are very practical and needed a collective effort towards addressing it.

Also speaking on enabling environment for early childhood development: Protection and Safeguarding Needs, a Lecturer Early Childhood Care and Development Department, Federal College of Education Yola, Yahaya Abdulrasheed, said children are special gifts and needed to be treated in a unique way.

He pointed out that environment must be conducive, safe, secured and friendly embedded with instructional materials for every child to learn.

He identified gender inequality, violence at home, poverty, broken homes, poor mental health, toxic environment among others as factors influencing care givers and by extension the children, and urged the stakeholders to raise up their responsibilities towards addressing them.

BREAKING: ADHA CONFIRMS 7 NOMINEES AS MEMBERS OF ADSIEC

Adamawa State House of Assembly on Thursday, confirmed 7 nominees as members of the Adamawa State Independent Electoral Commission. News Platform 

Those screened and confirmed by the include: Mohammed Umar Jabu, Love Zidon, Emmanuel Anuhu Abba, Gidado Abdulsalam , Mark Balanso, Suleiman Yahaya Sudi and Mohammed Tuki.

The confirmation followed the screening of the nominees by the House Standing Committee on Public Petitions, Public Service and Electoral Matters.

The committee is headed by the Member representing Shelleng constituency, Hon. Bulus Kantomon Napthali.

Earlier, Hon. Kantomon, presented the report of his committee at the plenary session presided by the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Bathiya Wesley.

Hon. Kantomon, informed the hallowed chamber that his committee had invited the nominees who appeared in person and submitted their CVs, and other relevant documents during screening exercise.

He said his committee found out that the nominees obtained the required minimum educational qualifications to hold public offices as enshrined in the 1999 Constitution as amended.

According to him, the nominees were drawn from the 3 Senatorial zones of the State and that all of them answered the questions put to them by the committee members.

He urged his colleagues to consider the report of the committee and confirmed the nominees, and thanked the Speaker for the mandate.

After the consideration of the report by the lawmakers, the Majority Leader and Member representing Demsa constituency, Hon. Kate Raymond Mamuno, moved for the confirmation of the nominees and seconded by the Hon. Geoffrey Bulus(Leko Koma).

Thereafter, the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Bathiya Wesley, announced the confirmation and directed the Clerk to communicate the resolution of the assembly to Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri.

BREAKING: ADHA CONFIRMS 7 NOMINEES AS MEMBERS OF ADSIEC

Adamawa State House of Assembly on Thursday, confirmed 7 NOMINEES as Members of the Adamawa State Independent Electoral Commission.

Those screened and confirmed by the include: Mohammed Umar Jabu, Love Zidon, Emmanuel Anuhu Abba, Gidado Abdulsalam , Mark Balanso, Suleiman Yahaya Sudi and Mohammed Tuki.

The confirmation followed the screening of the nominees by the House Standing Committee on Public Petitions, Public Service and Electoral Matters.

The committee is headed by the Member representing Shelleng constituency, Hon. Bulus Kantomon Napthali.

Earlier, Hon. Kantomon, presented the report of his committee at the plenary session presided by the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Bathiya Wesley.

Hon. Kantomon, informed the hallowed chamber that his committee had invited the nominees who appeared in person and submitted their CVs, and other relevant documents during screening exercise.

He said his committee found out that the nominees obtained the required minimum educational qualifications to hold public offices as enshrined in the 1999 Constitution as amended.

According to him, the nominees were drawn from the 3 Senatorial zones of the State and that all of them answered the questions put to them by the committee members.

He urged his colleagues to consider the report of the committee and confirmed the nominees, and thanked the Speaker for the mandate.

After the consideration of the report by the lawmakers, the Majority Leader and Member representing Demsa constituency, Hon. Kate Raymond Mamuno, moved for the confirmation of the nominees and seconded by the Hon. Geoffrey Bulus(Leko Koma).

Thereafter, the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Bathiya Wesley, announced the confirmation and directed the Clerk to communicate the resolution of the assembly to Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri.

ADHA URGES FINTIRI TO DIRECT SECURITY TO RESCUE KIDNAPPED CATHOLIC PRIEST

The Adamawa State House of Assembly has passed a resolution, urging Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, to direct all security agencies to intensify effort towards rescuing Very. Rev. Fr.Oliver Buba, kidnapped by unknown gunmen. News Platform 

They also appealed to Governor Fintiri, to render medical assistance to the victims of Saturday, attack in Numan LGA, as well as directing all security agencies to swing into action to ensure the release of the Priest and apprehend perpetrators.

The lawmakers have also condemned in strong terms the attack on the Chairman of the PDP Numan III ward who is also the Vice Chairman Muslim Council of Nigeria Numan LGA branch, Alh. Muhammed Bello and his sons.

The attack which claimed the life of one of the sons of the Chairman, identified as Hassan Muhammed, left the Chairman and and his other son known as Gambo Muhammed severely wounded.

The resolution of the Hon. Members followed a matter of urgent public importance sponsored by the Member representing Numan constituency, Rt. Hon. Pwamwakeno Mackondo.

Earlier, the Numan lawmaker moved a motion which led to the suspension of House Standing Order 40 (1) and (2) after which he briefed the hallowed chamber on the issue of insecurity in his constituency.

Rt. Hon. Mackondo, informed them that on Saturday last week, the Chairman of the PDP and 2 of his children were attacked in his rice farm by some hoodlums, killing his son during the incident.

He said that the man and his children were patrolling  his rice farm following cases of stealing of his farm produce by some criminals, narrating that the attackers stormed the farm between 12:00 to 1:00am and matcheted their victims.

The former Deputy Speaker of the assembly told his colleagues that Muhammed Bello is currently receiving treatment at Modibbo Adama Teaching Hospital Yola.

He also intimated the Honourable House that in the wee hours of Tuesday, some unknown persons invaded Bare in his constituency and whisked away the Catholic Priest.

He used the opportunity and commiserated with Catholic Bishop Yola, Most. Rev. Stephen Dami Mamza, Catholic Church and the entire church in the state as well as Muslim Council Numan LGA and entire PDP family.

He prayed the assembly to impress on tbe Executive Governor to direct the security agencies to rescue the victim and bring the perpetrators to book.

He further prayed the assembly to urge the government to reach out to the victims of the attack with medical assistance.

Contributing on the motion, the Majority Leader of the assembly and member representing Demsa constituency, Hon. Kate Raymond Mamuno, sympthised with the Numan lawmaker and his entire constituents, describing the incidents as disheartening.

Hon. Kate Mamuno, said that the state had recorded reletive peace in recent time and noted with concern the resurgence of such attacks and kidnapping.

The female lawmaker said that no doubt Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, led "Fresh Air" administration is out to protect lives and property of its citizens, and urged all and sundry to take the matter of security seriously.

Speaking while presiding over the sitting, the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Bathiya Wesley, extended the lawmakers' words of comfort and sympathy to the victims of the attack and their families as well as Catholic church.

JUST IN: ADHA URGES FINTIRI TO DIRECT SECURITY TO RESCUE KIDNAPPED CATHOLIC PRIEST

Adamawa State House of Assembly has passed a resolution, urging Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, to direct all security agencies to intensify effort towards rescuing Very. Rev. Fr.Oliver Buba, kidnapped by unknown gunmen. News Platform 

They also appealed to Governor Fintiri, to render medical assistance to the victims of Saturday, attack in Numan LGA, as well as directing all security agencies to swing into action to ensure the release of the Priest and apprehend perpetrators.

The lawmakers have also condemned in strong terms the attack on the Chairman of the PDP Numan III ward who is also the Vice Chairman Muslim Council of Nigeria Numan LGA branch, Alh. Muhammed Bello and his sons.

The attack which claimed the life of one of the sons of the Chairman, identified as Hassan Muhammed, left the Chairman and and his other son known as Gambo Muhammed severely wounded.

The resolution of the Hon. Members followed a matter of urgent public importance sponsored by the Member representing Numan constituency, Rt. Hon. Pwamwakeno Mackondo.

Earlier, the Numan lawmaker moved a motion which led to the suspension of House Standing Order 40 (1) and (2) after which he briefed the hallowed chamber on the issue of insecurity in his constituency.

Rt. Hon. Mackondo, informed them that on Saturday last week, the Chairman of the PDP and 2 of his children were attacked in his rice farm by some hoodlums, killing his son during the incident.

He said that the man and his children were patrolling  his rice farm following cases of stealing of his farm produce by some criminals, narrating that the attackers stormed the farm between 12:00 to 1:00am and matcheted their victims.

The former Deputy Speaker of the assembly told his colleagues that Muhammed Bello is currently receiving treatment at Modibbo Adama Teaching Hospital Yola.

He also intimated the Honourable House that in the wee hours of Tuesday, some unknown persons invaded Bare in his constituency and whisked away the Catholic Priest.

He used the opportunity and commiserated with Catholic Bishop Yola, Most. Rev. Stephen Dami Mamza, Catholic Church and the entire church in the state as well as Muslim Council Numan LGA and entire PDP family.

He prayed the assembly to impress on tbe Executive Governor to direct the security agencies to rescue the victim and bring the perpetrators to book.

He further prayed the assembly to urge the government to reach out to the victims of the attack with medical assistance.

Contributing on the motion, the Majority Leader of the assembly and member representing Demsa constituency, Hon. Kate Raymond Mamuno, sympthised with the Numan lawmaker and his entire constituents, describing the incidents as disheartening.

Hon. Kate Mamuno, said that the state had recorded reletive peace in recent time and noted with concern the resurgence of such attacks and kidnapping.

The female lawmaker said that no doubt Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, led "Fresh Air" administration is out to protect lives and property of its citizens, and urged all and sundry to take the matter of security seriously.

Speaking while presiding over the sitting, the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Bathiya Wesley, extended the lawmakers' words of comfort and sympathy to the victims of the attack and their families as well as Catholic church.

ADHA RECEIVES 57 NAMES FOR CONFIRMATION AS MEMBERS, DIRECTORS OF BOARDS, COMMISSIONS

 

Adamawa State House of Assembly has received 57 nominees for confirmation as Members and Executive Directors of various Boards and Commissions. News Platform

The nominees for screening and confirmation for Adamawa State Local Government Service Commission include: Kennedy Dauda, Fibi Nuhu, Amos Drambi, Aliyu Umar Toungo, Barr. Abdulhamid Alkali and Aminu Dahiru

Those nominated for Local Govt Staff Pendion Board are; Dr. Nuhu Tari, Hajiya Habiba Hassan, Musa J. Afraimu, while Ibrahim Abba, Mr. Philemon Bakari Amtonbito, Hon. Jika Musa Mustafa, Sabiru Yari , Hon. Yosi Lerum have been nominated for State Pension Board.

Adamawa State Planning Commission has Mary Paninga, Hon Harald Mirchalum, Isa Shettima while those for Adamawa State Primary Healthcare Development Agency include: Dr. Bashir Suleimon, Adamu Simon, Renos B. Peter.

The assembly also received the names of Barr. Musa Kaibo, Alh. Salizu Buba, Mrs. Patience Ahmadu, Jephet Kefas, Kennedy Bartimawus for Adamawa State Civil Service Commission. 

Likewise, Dr. Aiden Amzaranda, Jibrilla Dauda Hamidu , Solomon S. Domsanda, Dr. Yahaya Bapetel, have been nominated for Hospital Services Management Board, while Hon. Umar Deware, Alh. Adamu Chagwa, Barr. Lillian Stephen Nobe , Hassan Kaigama are for Fiscal Responsibility Commission. 

The assembly equally received the names of Mohammed Umar Jabu, Love Zidon, Emmanuel Anuhu Abba, Gidodo Abdulsalam, Mark Balanso, Suleiman Yahaya SudI, Mohammed Tuki, for State Independent Electoral Commission.

Others include: Hanatu Kadala, Ahmed Salihu Kabillo, Ahmed Abdulsalan Shelleng, Talatu Yohanna, Adwawa Donglok Guyuk for House of Assembly Service Commission, while Dr. Murtala Umar Babayi, Adiel Kurda, Dr. Aliyu Sa'ad, Mrs. Korah Bongi, Abdullahi Ndjidda Damare, Umar Isa, Hassan Dadi for State Universal Basic Education Board.

The nominees for State Boundary Commission are; F. B. Bilala, Zainab Ahmed, while Hon. Daniel Ijafu, Hon. Hassan Mamman Barguma and Mrs Egla Nashon are nominated for Board of Internal Revenue.

The names of the nominees is contained in a letter sent to the assembly by Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri and read by the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Bathiya Wesley, while presiding over Wednesday, plenary session.

After reading the letter, the Speaker directed the nominees to appear before various relevant House Standing Committees for screening and submit their report in the next 2 weeks.

COURT REMANDS 9 MEN FOR ARMED ROBBERY IN ADAMAWA

No fewer than 9 persons were on Tuesday, remanded at the correctional centre in Yola, Adamawa State for alleged criminal conspiracy and armed robbery.

The Chief Magistrate Court I sitting in Yola, Adamawa State Capital issued the remand order when the defendants were arraigned before it for the offences.

The presiding judge, Magistrate Mohammed Njidda Fufore, remanded the defendants after they were arraigned before him for the offences.

The order followed the arraignment of the defendants before the court by the prosecuting police officers, Inspector S. S. Nicholas and ASP Frsncis Audu, respectively.

The defendants include: Abdulwahab Abdulkarim, Musa Mohammed , Ibrahim Buba, Mallamjo Yunusa, Haruna Umar, Musa Buba and Sumai Buba, pleaded not guilty to all the offences.

All the aforementioned defendants were arraigned on the same First Information Report tendered in court by Inspector S. S. Nicholas.

While the 2 other defendants including Samson John and Babangida Mohammed (aka Azare) were arraigned by ASP Francis Audu, for the offences of criminal conspiracy and armed robbery of which the former pleaded guilty while the later pleaded not guilty.

Arraigning the defendants, Inspector Nicholas, told the court that the defendants hail from Mbamba ward in Yola South LGA, saying that they were found in possession of 2 cutlasses, 2 knives, a horn and razo blade.

According to him, the team of police officers raided Yola South main market on 17th May, 2024 and apprehended the suspects.

He said that the defendants had denied both allegations of brigandage and armed robbery and sought for the adjournment of the matter to enable them transmit case diary to DPP for vetting.

While arraigning the defendants, ASP Francis Audu, informed the court that the 2 defendants were arrested on 13th May, 2024, by a local hunter who handed them over to the police.

He said that the hunter had while passing along Galaxy hotel in Numan sighted Samson standing beside the road whom he suspected and arrested him.

According to him, during interrogation, the defendant had confessed conspiring with the 2nd defendant as well as Yusuf Dan Aljanna and Peres Dan Small who are currently at large.

 

After the plea of the defendants, the presiding judge of the court adjourned the case to the 3rd June, 2024, to await legal advice from the DPP.

ATTACK: NUMAN LAWMAKER CONDOLES PDP WARD CHAIR, SEEKS IMMEDIATE ARREST OF ATTACKERS

Following Saturday attack which claimed a life in Numan LGA, the Member representing the constituency at the Adamawa State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Pwamwakeno Mackondo, has sympathised with the Chairman PDP Numan III Ward over the attack.

The fresh attack left Hassan, one of the sons of the Chairman dead while the Chairman and his 2nd son sustained life threatening injuries and fractures and currently receiving treatment.

The lawmaker in his condolence message to the Ward Chair, other victims of the attack and his entire constituents, expressed rude shock over the fresh violent attack by herders on innocent farmers in his constituency. 

Rt. Hon. Mackondo, and former Deputy Speaker of ADHA had while commisserating with the family of Alh. Bello Bantakwa Kakanda, the Ward Chairman of PDP Numan III, strongly condemned the attack on his electorate and called for immediate arrest of the perpetrators.

He urged the security agencies and Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri led "Fresh Air Administration" not to allow the culprits go scot free, saying that the immediate arrest of the hoodlums and bringing them to justice will serve as deterrence to others.

He further appealed to the law enforcement agencies to raise up to their responsibilities and curtail such security threats, lamenting that the attack is coming at a time when his constituents are preparing for farming activities.

He said that as lawmaker representing Numan, he will not to allow herders to attack and kill his electorate without any provocation.

He called on his electorate particularly the youth to remain calm and law abiding and not to take laws into their own hands; instead, support the security agencies by furnishing them with relevant information.

REP LAORI CONDEMNS ATTACK ON NUMAN PDP WARD CHAIR, URGES SECURITY TO ARREST PERPETRATORS

The member representing Numan/Demsa/Lamurde Federal Constituency, Rt. Hon. Kwamoti Laori, has expressed shock over the resurgence of violent attacks by criminal herders on farmers in his constituency. 

The lawmaker condemned the attack while commisserating with the family of Alh. Bello Bantakwa Kakanda, the Ward Chairman of PDP Numan III, who was violently attacked by criminals suspected to be herdsmen at his rice farm in Kwapukai on Saturday, last week.

During the attack, Hassan, one of the sons of the chairman who accompanied him to the farm couldn't make it alive while the Chairman and his second son sustained life threatening degrees of injuries and fractures and currently receiving treatment.

Rt. Hon. Laori, who sympathised with the family over the loss also called on the youth to remain calm and avail authorities any useful information that may aid their investigation and possible arrest of the perpetrators. 

The ranking member called on his constituents to remain vigilant and be willing to report any suspected movement of armed herdsmen in the area.

He also called on the security and law enforcement agencies in Adamawa State to bring the perpetrators to account for their dastardly act, in order to serve as deterrence to others with such evil intentions. 

Rt. Hon. Kwamoti B. Laori condemned the attack in the strongest terms, and expressed worries that such attack is coming at a time people are preparing to resume the wet season farming activities. 

He stressed that in the face of biting economic hardship and hunger across the country, criminals would not be allowed to prevent people from cultivating their farmlands.

FAWE Conducts Awareness Raising Session with CSOs on Gender Responsive Education Sector Planning in Adamawa

The Forum for African Women Educationalists (FAWE), Nigeria has organised an awareness raising and advocacy planning session for Civil Society Organisations(CSOs) in and around Adamawa State in Nigeria.

The forum is currently implementing European Union (EU)-INTPA Project in Adamawa State titled " Strengthening Civil Society to Enhance Education for all in Northern Nigeria" with support from Plan International.

The event which was held at Duragi hotel in Yola Adamawa on Thursday, was well attended by members of the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT), Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), School Based Management Committee (SBMC), Parents Teacher Association (PTA) and Joint National Association of Persons with Disabilities.

During the event, the organisers were able to raise the awareness of the CSOs on gender responsive education sector planning and why it is important for them to join the coalition to advocate for more gender responsive and inclusive education sector plan for Adamawa State.

The stakeholders were exposed and empowered with the requisite skills which will enable them not only analyse Adamawa State Education Sector Plan but any document that will serve as a tool for delivering public good with a gender lense.

With the new knowledge, the CSOs are expected to critically analyse education sector plan and filter gaps using gender lense as well as see the need to advocate for the review to making it more gender responsive so as to enhance education for all.

This is in line with FAWE's noble objectives to ensuring that education is being provided to all irrespective of gender, geopolitical locations, socio-economic status or disabilities.

Interestingly, cross section of participants applauded the organiers for building their capacity so as to meaningfully engage relevant government stakeholders on gender responsive education as well as make valuable contributions to make the document more robust.

They further appreciated the EU and other International organisations for supporting the implementation of project in Adamawa State.

Earlier, in his presentation on "Gender Responsive Education Sector Planning" the Education Officer-FAWE Nigeria, Ibrahim Bello, said that the event was meant to create awareness on responsive education sector planning.

Ibrahim, who exposed the stakeholders on the role of gender in ensuring education for all, said under the project, they have been able to analysed the education sector plan and found out there are gaps therein.

According to him, the development of the document did not actually involve or engage stakeholders who have the technical expertise to provide more information that will make the document more effective.

He observed that the policy was silent on some of the peculiar needs of different gender within the education system be it the learners: boys and girls or the teachers or the school administration.

Ibrahim, informed the participants that FAWE is interested in the education of every child; hence, the need to strengthen CSOs and NGOs to enhance education in the society.

During the event, Aishatu Nyako and Maimuna Hammawa MT FAWE Nigeria also spoke Adamawa State Education Sector Plan and the need for advocacy.

FAWE TRAINS CSOs ON GENDER RESPONSIVE EDUCATION PLAN IN ADAMAWA

The Forum for African Women Educationalists (FAWE), Nigeria has organised an awareness raising and advocacy planning session for Civil Society Organisations(CSOs) in and around Adamawa State in Nigeria.

The forum is currently implementing European Union (EU)-INTPA Project in Adamawa State titled " Strengthening Civil Society to Enhance Education for all in Northern Nigeria" with support from Plan International.

The event which was held at Duragi hotel in Yola Adamawa on Thursday, was well attended by members of the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT), Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), School Based Management Committee (SBMC), Parents Teacher Association (PTA) and Joint National Association of Persons with Disabilities.

During the event, the organisers were able to raise the awareness of the CSOs on gender responsive education sector planning and why it is important for them to join the coalition to advocate for more gender responsive and inclusive education sector plan for Adamawa State.

The stakeholders were exposed and empowered with the requisite skills which will enable them not only analyse Adamawa State Education Sector Plan but any document that will serve as a tool for delivering public good with a gender lense.

With the new knowledge, the CSOs are expected to critically analyse education sector plan and filter gaps using gender lense as well as see the need to advocate for the review to making it more gender responsive so as to enhance education for all.

This is in line with FAWE's noble objectives to ensuring that education is being provided to all irrespective of gender, geopolitical locations, socio-economic status or disabilities.

Interestingly, cross section of participants applauded the organiers for building their capacity so as to meaningfully engage relevant government stakeholders on gender responsive education as well as make valuable contributions to make the document more robust.

They further appreciated the EU and other International organisations for supporting the implementation of project in Adamawa State.

Earlier, in his presentation on "Gender Responsive Education Sector Planning" the Education Officer-FAWE Nigeria, Ibrahim Bello, said that the event was meant to create awareness on responsive education sector planning.

Ibrahim, who exposed the stakeholders on the role of gender in ensuring education for all, said under the project, they have been able to analysed the education sector plan and found out there are gaps therein.

According to him, the development of the document did not actually involve or engage stakeholders who have the technical expertise to provide more information that will make the document more effective.

He observed that the policy was silent on some of the peculiar needs of different gender within the education system be it the learners: boys and girls or the teachers or the school administration.

Ibrahim, informed the participants that FAWE is interested in the education of every child; hence, the need to strengthen CSOs and NGOs to enhance education in the society.

During the event, Aishatu Nyako and Maimuna Hammawa MT FAWE Nigeria also spoke Adamawa State Education Sector Plan and the need for advocacy.

FAWE TRAINS CSOs ON GENDER RESPONSIVE EDUCATION PLAN IN ADAMAWA

The Forum for African Women Educationalists (FAWE), Nigeria has organised an awareness raising and advocacy planning session for Civil Society Organisations(CSOs) in and around Adamawa State in Nigeria.

The forum is currently implementing European Union (EU)-INTPA Project in Adamawa State titled " Strengthening Civil Society to Enhance Education for all in Northern Nigeria" with support from Plan International.

The event which was held at Duragi hotel in Yola Adamawa on Thursday, was well attended by members of the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT), Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), School Based Management Committee (SBMC), Parents Teacher Association (PTA) and Joint National Association of Persons with Disabilities.

During the event, the organisers were able to raise the awareness of the CSOs on gender responsive education sector planning and why it is important for them to join the coalition to advocate for more gender responsive and inclusive education sector plan for Adamawa State.

The stakeholders were exposed and empowered with the requisite skills which will enable them not only analyse Adamawa State Education Sector Plan but any document that will serve as a tool for delivering public good with a gender lense.

With the new knowledge, the CSOs are expected to critically analyse education sector plan and filter gaps using gender lense as well as see the need to advocate for the review to making it more gender responsive so as to enhance education for all.

This is in line with FAWE's noble objectives to ensuring that education is being provided to all irrespective of gender, geopolitical locations, socio-economic status or disabilities.

Interestingly, cross section of participants applauded the organiers for building their capacity so as to meaningfully engage relevant government stakeholders on gender responsive education as well as make valuable contributions to make the document more robust.

They further appreciated the EU and other International organisations for supporting the implementation of project in Adamawa State.

Earlier, in his presentation on "Gender Responsive Education Sector Planning" the Education Officer-FAWE Nigeria, Ibrahim Bello, said that the event was meant to create awareness on responsive education sector planning.

Ibrahim, who exposed the stakeholders on the role of gender in ensuring education for all, said under the project, they have been able to analysed the education sector plan and found out there are gaps therein.

According to him, the development of the document did not actually involve or engage stakeholders who have the technical expertise to provide more information that will make the document more effective.

He observed that the policy was silent on some of the peculiar needs of different gender within the education system be it the learners: boys and girls or the teachers or the school administration.

Ibrahim, informed the participants that FAWE is interested in the education of every child; hence, the need to strengthen CSOs and NGOs to enhance education in the society.

During the event, Aishatu Nyako and Maimuna Hammawa MT FAWE Nigeria also spoke Adamawa State Education Sector Plan and the need for advocacy.

ADAMAWA CAN INAUGURATES NEW EXECUTIVE COUNCIL MEMBERS

 

The newly elected Executive Council members of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in Adamawa State have been officially inaugurated to pilot affairs of the Christian body for the next 5 years.

The epoch event which took place at St. Monica Lutheran Church of Christ in Nigeria (LCCN) in Jimeta Yola, had in attendance top Government officials, traditional rulers and members of the Christian body in the state from different denominations from far and near.

Those inaugurated include: Rev. Dr. Joel Danjuma Manzo as Chairman, Rev. Dr. Victor Saje as Vice Chairman, Rev. Emeka Obionyo Secretary, Rev. Gambo Bupwada as Assistant Secretary while Rev. Dr. Malacy Wache will served as Treasurer.

Also inaugurated are departmental sub-heads of the association which include Barr. Victor Eze as Director, Legal and Public Affairs, Apostle Dr. Rufus Director Ecumenism and inter-faith, while Pastor Ishaku Shehu will serve as Director, State issues and welfare.

Others are Evangelist Haruna Donge as Director, Planning, Research and Strategy, while David Simon Dzalla will served as Director of Education, Women and Youth.

While presiding over the inauguration ceremony, the National President of the Association, Archbishop Daniel Okoh, who was represented by the National Secretary of the association Prof. Samson Fatokun, said that the CAN National Headquarters is confident that the new CAN Executive will perform better and urged them to be just and fair while discharging their duties.

Bishop Okoh, commended Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri for his equal treatment to religious bodies in the state and advised the new CAN leadership to act accordingly.

The Adamawa State Deputy Governor Prof. Kaletapwa George Farauta, who was represented by the State Commissioner of Women Affairs Wunfe Anthony, called on religious leaders to continue in promoting peaceful coexistence while Government on its part will provide all necessary support to the new CAN Executive to succeed.

She stated that the Government under the leadership of Governor Ahmadu Fintiri will continue to ensure unity and peaceful coexistence abound in the state and commended the association past leaders for discharging their duties effectively. 

The new State CAN Chairman Rev. Dr. Joel Danjuma Manzo, in his speech called on people of the state to live in peace with one another.

He pledged commitment towards consolidating on the legacies of the immediate past president of the association in the state Bishop Stephen Dami Mamza, and called for more support and prayers for the new CAN Executive to succeed.

YOLA SOUTH LAWMAKER DISBURSES N5.180M TO MARKET FIRE VICTIMS

The Member representing Yola South constituency at the Adamawa State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Kabiru Mijinyawa, on Thursday, donated the sum of N5.180million to the victims of Yola market fire disaster.

The money was disbursed to 259 business men affected by the disaster which everyone of them smiled home with the sum of N20,000 each.

Speaking while disbursing the money to the victims at the scene of the incident, Rt. Hon. Kabiru Mijinyawa, commiserated with the victims and urged them to take it as an act of God.

Rt. Hon. Mijinyawa, who is the former Speaker of the Assembly, told them that he was planning to give all the victims something tangible, but that could not work out as planned and pleaded with those that could not benefit to exercise patience.

He assured that he will do everything possible to support those that could not benefit, and promised to reach out to his wealthy friends to help the businessmen regain their losses.

The legislator explained that he was away for treatment when the incident occured, explaining that he had discussed with Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, on the state of market barely a week to the fire disaster.

He said he had made a case for the construction of a modern market to house all the traders while he was discussing with the Governor, saying that the Governor had promised to construct it with all the needed facilities.

Rt. Hon. Kabiru Mijinyawa, said that he is a member of the committee mandated to search for a befitting place to relocate the businessmen before the commencement of the construction, assuring that every businessman will be carried along.

Responding, the District Head of Yola and "Daula Adamawa", Alh. Zubairu Adamu Bawuro, commended the lawmaker for gesture, and wished him well in his representation.

The District Head applauded Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, for promising to construct new market, expressing optimism that the market will be constructed to boost economic activities in the LGA and state in general.

BREAKING: COURT ISSUES WARRANT OF ARREST AGAINST HUDU ARI

Justice Benjamin Manji Lawan of Adamawa State High Court of Justice on Wednesday, issued warrant of arrest against Barr. Hudu Yunusa Ari, suspended Resident Electoral Commissioner of INEC. 

The court ordered the Inspector General of Police (IGP) to arrest Barr. Hudu Ari and provide him in court with immediate effect to stand his trial on 3 count charge.

Justice Manji, issued the warrant of arrest in his ruling on the application dated and filed on the 16th April, 2024, by the Adamawa State Government through its Counsels.

Earlier, while moving the application, Counsel to the Complainant, Chief L. D. Nzadon, informed the court that the application is seeking the court's warrant of arrest against the defendant.

Chief Nzadon, who referred the court to section 20 sub sections (1j) of the Administration of Criminal Justice Law (ACJL) 2018, urged the court to exercise its powers and direct the IGP to arrest the defendant wherever he is found.

He told the court that efforts to serve the defendant proved abortive, saying that the bailiff of the court was in Bauchi State since 2nd to 4th May, 2024 to serve him, but the defendant was no where to be found.

The judge had while ruling on the application said that this is the 3rd time the case is being mentioned without the defendant in court, saying complainant's counsels had told the court about their inability to serve him, and that it appears Hudu is evading service.

BREAKING: ADAMAWA GOVT SECURES ARREST WARRANT AGAINST HUDU ARI

Justice Benjamin Manji Lawan of Adamawa State High Court of Justice on Wednesday, issued warrant of arrest against Barr. Hudu Yunusa Ari, suspended Resident Electoral Commissioner of INEC. 

The court ordered the Inspector General of Police (IGP) to arrest Barr. Hudu Ari and provide him in court with immediate effect to stand his trial on 3 count charge.

Justice Manji, issued the warrant of arrest in his ruling on the application dated and filed on the 16th April, 2024, by the Adamawa State Government through its Counsels.

Earlier, while moving the application, Counsel to the Complainant, Chief L. D. Nzadon, informed the court that the application is seeking the court's warrant of arrest against the defendant.

Chief Nzadon, who referred the court to section 20 sub sections (1j) of the Administration of Criminal Justice Law (ACJL) 2018, urged the court to exercise its powers and direct the IGP to arrest the defendant wherever he is found.

He told the court that efforts to serve the defendant proved abortive, saying that the bailiff of the court was in Bauchi State since 2nd to 4th May, 2024 to serve him, but the defendant was no where to be found.

The judge had while ruling on the application said that this is the 3rd time the case is being mentioned without the defendant in court, saying complainant's counsels had told the court about their inability to serve him, and that it appears Hudu is evading service.

NEW CAN EXCO VISIT MBULA, BATTA, LUNGUDA FIRST CLASS CHIEFS

The new leadership of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) Adamawa State Chapter has paid a courtesy visit on Three (3) First Class Chiefs in Numan Federation.

So far, the CAN Exco have paid the visit on their royal highnesses, the Murum Mbula, Murum Bwaltam B. Biyapo, Hama Batta, Humon Alhamdu Gladstone Teneke and the Kwandi Nunguraya, Kuruhaye Dishon Dansanda.

Speaking at the palaces of the paramount rulers respectively, the new CAN Chairman, Rev. Dr. Joel Danjuma Manzo, said that they were at the palaces to pay homage on the royal fathers.

Rev. Dr. Joel, explained that they visited the palaces primarily to express their profound gratitude for what he described as the royal fathers uncommon love and consistent support to the Christian body within their jurisdictions and the state at large.

He added that they were at their palaces to identify and cherish their unbiased principles in adding values in the lives of their subjects and how they allowed themselves to be used by God in advancing his kingdom and for the betterment of his humanity.

He disclosed that Adamawa CAN remains indebted to them for their kindheartedness to its activities at various levels and thanked them for being supportive to the organisation  and the Church.

He appealed to all sons and daughters, political class in their in their respective chiefdoms to deliberately support and proactively listen to the voices of their traditional institutions with undivided attention,  genuine love and absolute obedience in order to foster viable peace and harmony and for spiritual and socioeconomic advancement.

The CAN Boss prayed God to grant them sound wisdom to successfully steer the affairs of their various kingdoms, and promised to work assiduously for the progress of CAN and the Christian body in the state.

Responding while receiving the delegation at his palace, the Murum Mbula, Murum Bwaltam B. Biyapo, thanked Almighty God for making it possible for them to visit him and congratulated them on their election.

Murum Mbula told them that politing the affairs of the body of Christ is not an easy tasks and assured them of his support and prayers to enable them succceed.

According to him, good governance is all about protecting the interest of the people and urged him to follow the foot steps of his predecessor, advising him not to allow pressure to change his character.

Also speaking at his palace, the Hama Batta, Humon Alhamdu Gladstone Teneke, assured CAN of his necessary support and constructive advice where necessary to enable him succeed.

Homun Alhamdu, urged him to build on where the outgoing Chair, Bishop Stephen Dami Mamza stopped, saying that the traditional rulers had had a cordial and peaceful relationship with the former Exco, and that they are expecting such relationship to continue.

The royal father stated that he has confidence in the new CAN Chairman that he will deliver on his mandate and further advised him to carry all the denominations along in the scheme of things.

On his part, the Kwandi Nunguraya, Kuruhaye Dishon Dansanda, congratulated them and at the same time appreciated their visit, appealing to them to protect the intetest of their people.

He assured them of their readiness as traditional rulers to stand by them in the course of discharging their official responsibilities, and used the opportunity and commended Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri for providing enabling environment for peace to rein in the state.

TWO MEN STEAL N22M ELECTRICITY CABLES BELONGING TO DANGOTE SUGAR COMPANY

The Chief Magistrate Court I sitting in Yola, Adamawa State has ordered the remand of 2 people for allegedly vandalising 68 electricity poles as well as theft of over N22 million cables belonging to Savannah Sugar Company.

The court presided by the Chief Magistrate Muhammed Njidda Fufore, remanded the 2 defendants including Elijah Zira and Edan Ayuba, after they were arraigned them before him.

Magistrate Njidda, remanded the defendants in prison custody for the offences of criminal conspiracy, mischief in relation to electricity and telecommunication and theft.

Both defendants pleaded not guilty to all the allegations levelled against them by the prosecution which contravened sections 60, 325 and 276 of the Penal Code law 2018.

The prosecuting police officer, ASP Francis Audu, told the court that the defendants perpetrated the crime on the 17th April, 2024, at Savannah Sugar Company. 

He said that the Chief Secretary Officer of the Company, Yunade Lasisi, had reported to the police that while on routine patrol, discovered that 68 electricity poles of their ongoing electricity project were vandalised and cables worth over N22 million were stolen.

The Security Officer told the police that the during their investigation, they discovered the cables under the custody of the defendants in Numan LGA.

ASP Francis further informed the court that the matter is still being investigated and applied that more time be given to the Investigative Police Officers to complete investigation.

The court granted the application after the defendants held no objection to it and adjourned the matter to the 22nd May, 2024.

SEN IYA ABBAS SEEKS EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE FOR HONG WINDSTORM VICTIMS

 

The Senator representing Adamawa Central Senatorial District, Rt. Hon. Aminu Iya Abbas, has commiserated with the victims of windstorm in Hong LGA.

It could recalled that the windstorm destroyed several houses, worship centres and public structures in Pella, Garari, Wuro Garba, Jabba, Lugga and Mombol communities in Hong LGA.

Sen. Abbas who is the Chairman Senate Committee on Science, Technology and Innovation sympathised with the victims of the natural disaster.

He used the opportunity and called on governments at all levels to as a matter of urgency provide emergency relief materials to the victims of the windstorm especially those rendered homeless.

He said the emergency assistance especially building materials will help to rebuild the affected communities, and urged the victims especially those in rural areas to desist from cutting down of trees to prevent loss of lives and property to such disasters.

The Senator added that he is working with relevant stakeholders to meet with Adamawa State Emergency Management Agency (ADSEMA)National Emergency Management Agency NEMA and other relevant Government and Non Governmental organisations to come to the aid of the affected communities.

BREAKING: COURT REMANDS REGISTRAR LEGAL STUDIES YOLA FOR BEATING UP CHIEF FEMALE LECTURER

 

The Chief Magistrate Court 3 sitting in Yola, Adamawa State on Friday, remanded the Acting Registrar College for Legal Studies, Yola, Musa Chiroma, in prison custody for the offences of assault and causing of grievous hurt. 

The court presided by the Chief Magistrate Uwani Muhammed Danladi, remanded the registrar after he was arraigned before her by the Prosecutor, Inspector Abubakar Nurudeen, from State Intelligence Department.

Musa Chiroma, was remanded at the correctional center for the offences of assault, criminal force to deter public servant from discharging her lawful duty and voluntary causing of hurt contrary to sections 244 and 219 of the penal law 2018.

The registrar landed in prison for beating up Fatimatu Musa (Mrs.), Assistant Chief Lecturer with the college who is also the Chairman Task Force Committee for the Enforcement of Payment of School Fees in the institution.

Fadimatu, a house wife was ruthlessly dealt with by the registrar while enforcing the rules laid down by the institution in preventing any student who could not tender evidence of payment of the requisite fees from writing the examination.

It was learnt that the Lecturer had while performing her duty as Chairman Taskforce on the 15th April, 2024, prevented a particular student who did not pay his mandatory fees to enable him write exams.

It was as a result of her action that the registrar stormed the examination hall in full glare of the students and violently slapped his victim 3 times, pushed her down on the ground and continued beating her.

The victim was rescued by one Mallam Babangida lya, a non- academic staff as the registrar had pinned her down and continued to rain blows on her.

On his arraignment, the defendant pleaded not guilty to the allegations levelled against him by the prosecution.

In his bail application, Counsel to the defendant, S. N. Agaecheta, pleaded with court to grant his client bail on most liberal terms as the offences are bailable, assuring that his client will not jump bail.

Agaecheta, told the court that the grounds raised by the prosecution against bail application is not a legal ground, saying that the fact that the police is still investigating the case is more than enough to grant his client bail.

Responding, the Prosecutor, Inspector Abubakar Nurudeen, vehemently objected to the application on grounds that the matter is still under investigation, saying that admitting him to bail will jeorpadise their investigation.

He informed the court that some of the witnesses they intend to call are students, alleging that the defendant had threatened to expel any student who dare to give evidence before the court. 

He pleaded with the court to discountenance with the application of the defence counsel and remand the defendant at correctional centre to enable police complete investigation.

Thereafter, the presiding judge, Magistrate Uwani, adjourned the matter to the 13th May, 2024, for ruling on the bail application and ordered that the defendant be remanded till then.

Some members of the Nigeria Bar Association( NBA) Women Forum were in court to ensure that justice is done in the case.

TWO IN POLICE NET FOR KIDNAPPING, KILLING 6 YRS OLD VICTIM

Adamawa State Police Command has arrested 2 suspected kidnappers for abducting and killing 6 years old victim in Ganye LGA.

The accused apprehended include; Muktar Mohammed, 20 years old and Hussein Suleiman, 20 years, who reside at Bashin village, Yoro LGA, Taraba State.

A statement by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Suleiman Yahaya Nguroje, said that the suspect were arrested following a complaint to the command by the father of the victim.

SP Nguroje, said that the father of the deceased who resides at Tudun Wada in Ganye LGA, had reported to the police that the suspects invaded his residence and abducted his son known as Eboka Edwin.

According to him, the suspects later called the father via GSM and demanded N10 million as ransom as well as demanded N152 000 from him as feeding fee which he gave them the fee.

He said that after receiving the complaint, the Commissioner of Police, Adamawa State Command, CP Dankombo Morris, deployed detectives led by SP Mohammed Yahaya Nuhu, Divisional Police Officer, (DPO) Ganye to rescue the victim and arrest the suspects.

"The team immediately swung into action and arrested two suspects, Muktar Mohammed, 20 years old and Hussein Suleiman, 20 years, all residents of Bashin Village, Yoro Local Government Area, Taraba State", explained Nguroje.

He said during preliminary investigations, the suspects confessed that they had conspired and jointly kidnapped the victim to a forest at the border between Nigeria and Cameroon Republic.

"They added that they killed the victim by inflicting severe injuries on him using a knife and bled to death. Thereafter, they buried the corpse in a shallow grave and kept demanding for ransom, until their arrest", he stated.

He said that the CP had commiserated with the deceased family over the unfortunate incident, reaffirming the Command's commitment to combating all forms of crime and assured that the suspects would be investigated and deligently prosecuted.

ADHA SPEAKER SYMPATHISES WITH VICTIMS OF WIND STORM IN HONG LGA

The Speaker Adamawa State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Bathiya Wesley, has symphatised with victims of wind storm which affected several communities in Hong LGA.

The Speaker, in a press statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Hyellamada Bernard expressed concern over the natural disaster which wrecked havoc several communities thereby rendering them homeless. 

The statement disclosed that the Speaker had already directed officials from Adamawa State Emergency Management Agency ADSEMA and NEMA to visit the affected communities for on the spot assessments for necessary intervention. 

While calling on the victims to take it as an act of God, the Speaker prayed God to avert the future occurance. 

The communities visited by the assessment team include Pella, Garari, Wuro Garba, Jabba, Lugga and Mombol.