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Leadership of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) Adamawa Stare Chapter has extended its hearty felicitation to Muslim umma on the occasion of Eid-El-Fitr celebration marking the end of Ramadan fast. The leadership of the association in a statement by its Chairman Adamawa State chapter who is also the President Gongola Baptist Conference, Rev. Dr Joel Danjuma Manzo. "The Bible encourages us to rejoice with those who are rejoicing; mourn with those who mourn (Romans 12:15). On this note, I write to felicitate with our Muslim brothers and sisters on the occasion of Eid Mubarak."CAN Chairman stated. He urged the body of Christ to celebrate with with Muslims friends and neighbors as the scriptures emphasizes empathy and unity to promote harmony and togetherness as they coexist. According to him, the discipline derived from fasting and the good lessons learnt be judiciously used for the promotion of peace as we value one another towards the advancement of our dear state.

Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri of Adamawa State has reiterated that whoever that will succeed him must be a grassroots politician, hardworking and incorruptible. Fintiri, stated this at the Government House Yola, when the State Executive Council, Permanent Secretaries, Chairmen of Boards and Commission paid him Sallah homage. He said that himself and his cabinet worked hard with the support of the masses to put the state on the path of progress, saying that it wouldn't have been possible if they give room for excuses and become lazy and corrupt. While addressing them, Fintiri urged them to maintain consistency in their service to the state, eschew corruption and always avoid making excuses. It could be recalled some months ago the Governor revealed the criteria of his successor while addressing PDP stakeholders at the banquet hall of the Government House.  He insisted that anybody that will succeed him must be a grassroots politician with proven integrity and hardworking.

  The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has arraigned Mrs. Christiana Goka, a former Deputy Director in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Goka was arraigned on allegations of misappropriating public funds amounting to N5,398,656, according to release by Demola Bakare, the Director Public Enlightenment and Education who is also the Spokesperson for the Commission. Mrs. Goka, who also served as the Head of the Department of Research Monitoring Information System at the Directorate of Technical Cooperation in Africa (DTCA), was brought before Justice J.A. Aina of the Federal Capital Territory High Court in Kwali, Abuja, on a 5-count charge bordering on misappropriation of funds and providing false statements. According to the charge, Mrs. Goka allegedly misappropriated N5,164,656 from funds earmarked for a botched management retreat of the Ministry at Dutse, Jigawa State, in 2017.  One of the charges reads: “That you, Mrs. Christiana Goka '...

The Inspector General of Police, IGP, Kayode Egbetokun, on Thursday, commissioned ultra modern Police Headquarters Complex, Adamawa State Police Command. Speaking while commissioning the complex, IGP Kayode, congratulated the officers and men of the command for the newly constructed and commissioned state-of- art-complex. IGP Kayode, said that the command has a headquarters that is befitting and worthy of their brave and dedicated officers, saying that he is proud of the facility. The Police Boss said that the newly commissioned headquarters is more than a physical structure; its represents their commitment to serving and protecting their communities, saying that it is symbol of their dedication to justice and welfare of their officers. He further stated that as they move forward, they will continue to wotk tirelessly to ensure that their officers are equipped with the necessary skills, knowledge and logistics needed to enable them function effectively and efficiently. He thanked their...

Adamawa State House of Assembly has passed a bill for a law to repeal the Adamawa State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Commission Law No. 6 of 2014 and Re-enacted Adamawa State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Commission Law 2025. The passage of the bill followed its presentation on the floor of the house for third reading by the Majority Leader, Hon. Mrs. Kate Raymond Mamuno during Wednesday's plenary.  According to the findings and observations of the committee on public petition, public service and electoral matters, the bill if assented to will improve and enhance hajj operations, improve discipline, training and retraining of the commission's staff.  The committee also observed that in line with the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) guidelines, Adamawa State will be among the states that have established full status of the State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Commission.  After considering the importance of the bill, motion for the third reading was moved by the Majority Leader ...

Host Communities of the Dangote Sugar Refinery (DSR) in Guyuk Local Government Areas on Wednesday, begged Adamawa State House of Assembly to stop the DSR's expansion on their farmlands. News Platform  According to the inhabitants of the communities, with the ongoing expansion on their farmlands, there will be no food for them and their wives and children, and that they will die of starvation. The communities under Kola, Zakawon and Dumna Districts pleaded with the House of Assembly in a Memoranda read and submitted by their Secretary, Hon. Nelson Dalko, to the Ad Hoc Committee of the Assembly on Farmland Dispute headed by the Member representing Maiha constituency, Hon. Ahmed Jingi Belel. Aside the communities' memeranda, the Lunguda Development Association (LDA), also submitted a supporting memo tagged, "Our Frustration with Dangote Sugar Refinery: The position of LDA on current face-off between DSR and Guyuk Host Community". It was read and submitted by the National...

The Adamawa State Police Command has beefed up security around the state capital ahead of the Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun.   IGP Kayode is expected in Yola, Adamawa State tomorrow Thursday 27th March, 2025 to commission Ultra-Modern Police Headquarters complex. In order to ensure peaceful and successful commissioning ceremony , the Commissioner of Police, CP Dankombo Morris, directed the Deputy Commissioner of Police Department of Operations and supervising Area Commanders Yola and Karewa to coordinate the security deployment at all key locations where the Police Boss, dignitaries and VIPs will be hosted. Strategic areas where the command has deployed its personnel Lamido Aliyu International Airport, Road leading to Government House, Lamido's palace among others.   According to the command's Spokesman, SP Suleiman Yahaya Nguroje, the Commanding officer 14pmf will lead the armed men drawn from the tactical teams including Special protection units, Counter ...

In exactly a month from today, Distinguished Senator Amos K. Yohanna will clock one and Half Year in Office having been sworn in as Senator, representing the great people of Adamawa North Senatorial District at the National Assembly. His stewardship at the Upper Chamber has been eventful and filled with impacts, as he without any waste of time hit the ground running and has ticked all the boxes that make up a sound Legislative Representation as enshrined in Section 4 of the Nigerian Constitution. Typical of a Political setting like ours, some arm chair critics have emerged, either out of sheer ignorance or orchestrated attempt to mislead the public, to dish out fallacious narratives claiming that the Adamawa North Senator has not ‘’Passed’’ a single Bill since his emergence on October 25, 2023 even when it was widely reported weeks ago that his Bills have successfully passed first reading and they are ready for the Second.  For the purpose of clarification and public education, it ...

Adamawa State House of Assembly on Monday, passed 4 bills including a bill for a law to prohibit any form discrimination against Persons Living With Disability in the state. News Platform  The bills enacted include a bill for a Law to establish Adamawa State Climate Change Commission to Provide for Mainstreaming of Climate Change Actions and to provide for other matters incidental. The lawmakers also passed a bill for a law to provide for Prohibition of Spillage of Sand, Laterite and Gravel on the Highways and other Roads in the state and for matters connected thereto The above bills were sponsored by the member representing Mubi South Constituency, Hon. Yohanna Sahabo Jauro. Another bill enacted by the hallowed chamber is tagged, "A Bill for a law to amend Adamawa State Public Procurement) law 2020 so as to make the Appointment of Chairman and Three Members who are Non-Ex-Officio Members Full-Time". Likewise, a bill for a law to rapeal Adamawa State Disability Right Commissi...

The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), has trained no fewer than 21 personnel of the Adamawa State Police Command on the techniques and methodologies of crime scene investigation. UNODC funded by the European Union trained the operatives of the command mostly investigators at a 5-Days Workshop which it has organised and held at the Police Officers Mess in Yola, Adamawa state capital. The event drew cross section of participants from the Criminal Investigation Department (CID), Intelligence Unit, Area Commands and Divisions, Crack Squad, and the Public Relations Office as well as some staff manning the laboratory department of the Modibbo Adama University(MAU), Yola, Adamawa state. The workshop equipped participants with knowledge on crime scene investigation, with a view to enable them and by the extension the police command operate in line with United Nations standard. More so, the investigators were exposed on how to collect first class information or exhibits at the s...

The Adamawa State Police Command has arrested a identified as Umar SNU in connection to the gruesome murder of a 35 years old POS operator, Abbas Yuguda, in Mayo-Belwa LGA. A statement by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Suleiman Yahaya Nguroje said the incident occurred on 22nd March, 2025, when the victim was on his way home after closing from his business premises. According to him, some group of people armed themselves with offensive weapons, attacked and inflicted severe injuries on his head and left him lying in a pool of blood.  "The command's operatives attached to Divisional police headquarters, Mayo Belwa arrived at the scene and immediately rushed the victim to Cottage Hospital,  Mayo-Belwa, in a bid to save his life but sadly he was confirmed dead while on admission receiving treatment." He said. He disclosed that one of the suspects identified as Umar SNU, was trailed by some angry youths and was subdued by the mob action before being rescued by the po...

A group of 15 students from the American University of Nigeria (AUN), Yola, has taken bold steps to combat climate change and promote peaceful coexistence through a transformative project under the banner Ubuntu for Peace. With increasing environmental challenges and conflicts over scarce resources, the affected students are tackling three critical issues; deforestation, water scarcity and the farmer/herder clashes by engaging local communities in sustainable solutions. The initiative, themed Common Ground, focuses on tree planting and water provision as essential tools for climate resilience. Across many communities in Nigeria, deforestation has left landscapes barren, exposing residents to extreme temperatures and reduced agricultural productivity. The loss of trees has not only led to environmental degradation but also heightened tensions between farmers and herders over dwindling resources. Recognizing the urgent need for action, the students have launched a tree-planting campaign ...

The Senator representing Adamawa North Senatorial District, Rev. Amos Yohanna Kumai, has described Governor Ahmadu Umaru as an apostle of social justice and inclusivity in good governance. Senator Rev. Amos Yohanna, stated this at a colloqium organized by the Haske Santumari Foundation and held at the Shehu Yar’Adua Center, Abuja.  The Distinguished Senator represented Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri at a colloqium graced by several dignitaries including former President Federal Republic of Nigeria, Dr. Goodluck Jonathan, who also chaired the event. Other notable personalities include; Senator Binta Masi Garba, Former Senator, Adamawa North Senatorial District, Hon. Zakaria Dauda Nyampa, Member representing Madagali/Michika at the Federal House of Representatives, Members of the Diplomatic Corps, Captains of Industries, to mention among others.  In his address, Senator Yohanna extolled the virtues of Governor Fintiri, whom he described as an apostle of social justice and inclusi...

The Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), Dr. Musa Adamu Aliyu, SAN, has emphasized the urgent need for subnational governments to adopt and institutionalize global best practices in financial management to curb mismanagement and enhance accountability. Dr. Aliyu made this call in a goodwill message delivered at the launch of the Subnational Audit Efficacy (SAE) Index 2024 Report, themed “Strengthening Accountability Measures Through Technology for Resilient and Sustainable Subnational Development in Nigeria.” The event, organized by the Paradigm Leadership Support Initiative (PLSI), was held in Abuja on Thursday. Represented by ICPC Deputy Director Mr. Okor Odey, the Chairman commended PLSI for its timely and impactful initiative in producing the SAE Index. He noted that such efforts significantly bolster the fight against corruption and promote greater accountability at the subnational level. Dr. Aliyu reaffirmed the Commission’s ...

The Court of Appeal Yola Division on Thursday, affirmed the judgement of Yola High Court which discharged and acquitted former Commissioner Ministry of Finance, Hon. Jonathan Sanda Lamurde. News Platform  The appellate court dismissed the appeal filed against Hon. Sanda Lamurde, by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and upheld the judgement of the lower court. Hon. Lamurde, former Commissioner of Finance during Governor Bala James Nggilari administration was earlier arraigned before High presided by former Chief Judge, Nathan Musa, for allegedly diverting the whooping N700million. He was arraigned on 21 count charge of conspiracy, breach of trust and diverting funds to the tune on N700m meant for the procurement of relief materials for Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs). He was tried for criminal breach of trust, forgery and using as genuine false documents, all contrary to section 306, 350 and 353 respectively of the penal code law of Adamawa state. In his judgem...

The Court of Appeal Yola Division on Thursday, affirmed the judgement of Yola High Court which discharged and acquitted former Commissioner Ministry of Finance, Hon. Jonathan Sanda Lamurde. News Platform  The appellate court dismissed the appeal filed against Hon. Sanda Lamurde, by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and upheld the judgement of the lower court. Hon. Lamurde, former Commissioner of Finance during Governor Bala James Nggilari administration was earlier arraigned before High presided by former Chief Judge, Nathan Musa, for allegedly diverting the whooping N700million. He was arraigned on 21 count charge of conspiracy, breach of trust and diverting funds to the tune on N700m meant for the procurement of relief materials for Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs). He was tried for criminal breach of trust, forgery and using as genuine false documents, all contrary to section 306, 350 and 353 respectively of the penal code law of Adamawa state. In his judgem...

As Adamawa State House of Assembly is legislating on a bill to establish Adamawa Climate Change Commission, the Member representing Mubi South constituency at the assembly, Hon. Yohanna Sahabo Jauro, says the commission if established will curb the effect of climate change. The bill which is at the final stage of legislative processes was sponsored by Hon. Yohanna Sahabo, aimed at curtailing climate change effects on the planet earth which pose a threat to human existence. The report on the bill was considered and adopted at the plenary on Tuesday, presided by the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Bathiya Wesley, after which the Speaker directed the Chairman Rules and Business of the hallowed chamber to schedule it for 3rd reading. The new bill is tagged, " A bill for a law to establish Adamawa State Climate Change Commission to provide for mainstreaming of climate change actions and to provide for other matters incidental thereto". Speaking on the merits of the legislation, the Member repre...

  Adamawa State Police Command has apprehended a 35-year-old man, Abdullaziz Mohammed, for allegedly defiling a 5-year-old in Mubi North Local Government Area. The arrest followed a complaint lodged by the victim’s father at the Mubi North Divisional Police Headquarters as contained in a statement by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Suleiman Yahaya Nguroje. The father had reported that on the 17th March, 2025, the suspect lured his daughter into his grinding engine shop located at Kasuwan Borkono, Mubi North, and had unlawful carnal knowledge of her knowing fully well that she is a minor. He said after receiving the report, the Commissioner of Police, Dankombo Morris, deployed operatives attached to the Mubi Division for immediate action and succeeded in arresting the suspect. "The victim was immediately rushed to the medical facility in Mubi for medical examination and treatment". He said   According to him, during interrogation the suspect confessed to committing...

  A body of clergy men and women known as Numan Ministers' Forum, Adamawa state headed by Archbishop Japhet Tonmwoso has described the Supreme Court ruling that sentenced Mr Sunday Jackson to death by hanging as a miscarriage of justice, having defended himself from the attack of a herdman who died on the process The forum narrated that Mr Sunday Jackson was diligently tending to his farm, his primary source of livelihood when a Fulani herder drove his cattle onto the farmland, causing great damage to the crop he had laboured to cultivate. In the ensuing confrontation, Mr Jackson acted out of fear for his life and property was compelled to defend himself after the herder stabbed him twice on his back and leg. He empowered the herder, retrieved his knife and used same in self defense which tragically resulted in the loss of the life of the herder While emphasizing that the Nigeria's constitution (1999 as amended) and the Criminal Code of Nigeria recognize the right of individual...

Some communities in Song Local Government Area Adamawa State have sought for the creation of Guto District out of Suktu District in Yungur Chiefdom. The affected communities including Zata, Roma, Balma, Brah and several other villages said the creation of Guto District will foster unity, address challenges, bring government closer to the people at the grassroots. The represenatatives of the communities led by Andrew Samaki Roma, appealed for the creation of Guto District when they visited the Member representing Song constituency at the Adamawa State House of Assembly, Hon. Emmanuel Kefas on Monday. Speaking while leading the delegation, Samaki Roma, said that the visit is a follow up to a memo which they earlier submitted to the hallowed chamber for creation of District. Samaki Roma disclosed that initially there were misunderstanding among the communities about the name of the District and its headquarters as a result of which Balma, Roma and Zata submitted different memoranda for co...

The Royal Father of Mbula Chiefdom in Adamawa State, HRM Bwaltam Bentley Biyapo (Mbweman 11), on Sunday, played host to TP. Peter Fwa, who was at his Palace to thank him for bestowing on him the prestigious title of Tapwari Mbula (Sun Sets of Mbula Kingdom), assuring that his choice for the traditional title was to further embolden him to advance the peace and socio-economic development of the land and the State in general. Accompanied by a retinue of family and friends as well as business and political associates, the Royal Father described TP. Peter Fwa as a great emancipator and a trailblazer in all his political and socio-economic pursuit. He said as a young man with great zest to succeed in life, he stands as beacon of hope and inspiration for younger generations hence his recognition by the Royal Father. While justifying the spirit for honouring sons and daughters of the Chiefdom who are making their marks in their chosen fields of endeavours, and his commitment towards ensuring ...

  The Adamawa State Police Command has recorded another breakthrough in its fight against crime and criminality by arresting 2 suspected ritualists for beheading 10 years old boy identified as Abdalla Lawali, A statement by the spokesman of the command, SP Suleiman Yahaya Nguroje, said that the operatives attached to Divisional Police headquarters Jada arrested suspects for the murder of the boy in Jada Local Government Area. He said those arrested unclude Ibrahim Abdul Malik, 27 years old and Aliyu Abdul Malik 18 years old both residents of Anguwan Sarkin Yamma, Jada. He said that the accused were apprehended on the 16th March, 2025, for allegedly killing and beheading a 10-year-old Almajiri, identified as Abdalla Lawali, of Anguwar Dubai, Jada. "The victim was reported missing on 7th March 2025. Since then search was ongoing to trace the missing child. "Receiving the information on the suspects' involvement, the Commissioner of Police, Dankombo Morris, deployed security...

The Paramount Ruler of Yungur Chiefdom, HRM, Gubo Yungur, Johnson Diyo Matalo, pledged to do everything possible to ensure the growth of Yungur land. Newx Plaform However, the Royal Father has urged his subjects to unite and live peacefully for the progress of Yungur land. Gubo Yungur stated this on Saturday, while receiving the District Head of Gben in Yungur Chiefdom, Mr. Shadrack Daniel Barub, who paid him a courtesy visit at his palace in Dumne Song LGA. He said that he is overwhelmed with the caliber of people that accompanied the District Head to his palace, saying it means that there is unity and peaceful coexistence in the District. According to him, the visit would not have been possible without unity, and expressed hope that the spirit of unity and support will continue to wax stronger day by day not only in the District but the entire chiefdom.  He thanked them for defying hash wheather condition to visit and felicitate with him even while some are fasting and assured th...

Distinguished Senator Amos K. Yohanna, representing Adamawa North Senatorial District, continues to demonstrate his commitment to legislative excellence and national development.  In 2025 alone, he has presented two critical bills that have successfully scaled the first reading in the Senate:   1. The Public Infrastructure Maintenance Bill, 2025 (SB 732)  2. The Federal University of Agriculture Act Amendment Bill, 2025 The Public Infrastructure Maintenance Bill seeks to establish a strong legal and legislative framework for the upkeep of public infrastructure in Nigeria.  When passed, this bill will ensure that public facilities are not only properly maintained but also governed by clear regulations to prevent misuse and deterioration.  This proactive approach will enhance the longevity of critical national assets, ultimately fostering sustainable development.   On the other hand, the Federal University of Agriculture Act Amendment Bill is design...

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has arraigned the former Sole Administrator of Sakaba Local Government Area in Kebbi State, Abubakar Bawa Makuku, alongside his Director of Finance and Supply, Ahmed Abdullahi Fakai, over an alleged N54 million contract fraud. The duo were docked on Thursday before Justice E. Gakko of the Federal High Court sitting in Birnin-Kebbi.  The ICPC charged them with abuse of office, fraudulent contract awards, and financial misconduct. According to the three-count charge, Ahmed Abdullahi Fakai is accused of unlawfully withdrawing N54 million in cash from the coffers of Sakaba Local Government in six tranches of N9 million each, allegedly in an attempt to circumvent financial reporting protocols. The second defendant, Abubakar Bawa Makuku, allegedly corruptly enriched himself with N10 million, reportedly diverted from funds earmarked for official engagements in the local government.  He is also accused of a...