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The Adamawa State House of Assembly has introduced a bill for a law create seal of Adamawa State. News Platform  The bill was initiated by the executive arm of government to create a seal which according sources will serve as a symbol of authority. The bill which scaled 1st and 2nd reading at the assembly on Wednesday, will equally provide for the regulation on the use of the seal if finally created. Already, the bill has been committed to the committee on Yourh, Sports, Culture and Tourism and given one week to report back. The Speaker of the assembly, Rt. Hon. Bathiya Wesley, who presided over the sitting, referred the bill to the committee for further legislative action.

Senator representing Adamawa Central Senatorial District, Aminu Iya Abbas, has donated N10 million to victims of flooding in Yola South LGA. Aside the money, the Senator equally donated bags of rice, maize, mats, blankets and sundry relief materials to the victims. Senator donated the N10million as well as the items on Wednesday, while on the spot assessment of the level damages caused by the recent flooding. He commiserated with the victims as well as prayed for the repose of the souls of those who lost their lives in the incidents. While addressing the victims of the flooding in some areas visited, Senator Abbas assured them of his commitment towards providing them with necessary support to ameliorate their suffering.  He commended Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri of Adamawa State, National Emergency Management Agency ,NEMA, North East Development Commission ,NEDC, Adamawa State Emergency Management Agency (ADSEMA), Red Cross, among other relevant agencies for their support to the v...

The Adamawa State Police Command has detained a 16 years old, identified as Ijai Anthony as well as his mother for alleged culpable homicide. Ijai, who hails from Pallam community in Madagali LGA, allegedly beat up his stepmother, Victoria Anthony, with piece of wood on the head leading to her death. The suspect was said to have perpetrated the heinous crime during a quarrel which ensued between his own mother, Rhoda Anthony, 55, and the deceased. A release by the police command and signed by its Spokesman, SP Suleiman Yahaya Nguroje, said that the suspects have been arrested and  currently in protective custody undergoing investigation. SP Nguroje said that the victim was confirmed dead when she was rushed to the Cottage Hospital Madagali by the operatives of the command for treatment. According to him, the Commissioner of Police, Morris Dankombo, who condemned the incident, ordered for thorough investigation and prosecution of the suspects.

The Adamawa State House of Assembly has summoned all the 21 Local Government Council Chairmen to appear on the floor of the assembly in order to account for their stewardship in the last oner year. News Platform  The LGC Bosses are expected to start appearing at the hallowed chamber for an oversight interface on the 5th August, 2025, as resolved by the lawmakers. According to the assembly, every Chairman shall come along with the following key documents and information including a comprehensive scorecard summarizing achievements and activities over the past year. Other documents include a copy of annual budget and a performance report indicating budget implementation status, details of Internally Generated Revenue (IGR), sources, monthly breakdowns, and expenditure. The affected Chairmen are also expected to come along with records of all completed and ongoing projects, including locations, contract amounts, and contractors. Others are employment records, including number of staff ...

Adamawa State Police Command has apprehended a middle age man identified as Idi Buba for stabbing his biological father to death. According to a release by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Suleiman Yahaya Nguroje, the suspct killed his father during quarrel in Fotta Community, Gombi LGA. He said that Idi Buba had attacked his father, Buba Jelli by stabbing him in the neck and back with a knife, during a domestic altercation. He explained that the victim was immediately rushed to the Primary Health Care Center in Fotta, and died while receiving treatment. The suspect according to him was arrested at the scene of the crime, and recovered the knife which he had used in attacking the victim and also recovered the weapon which will be treated as an exhibit. He said that the Commissioner of Police, Dankombo Morris, had condemned the attack, and urged citizens to always exercise restraint, avoid taking law into their hands, and seek peaceful means in resolving conflicts. He stated that...

The Archbishop Lutheran Church of Christ in Nigeria, Most. Rev.  Musa Panti Filibus, has extended heartfelt sympathy to the victims of flooding in Yola South LGA, Adamawa State. The devastating flooding which affected Yolde Pate, Modire, Shagari, Sabon Pegi, and other settlements in Yola resulted in the loss of lives, displacement of thousands of people and destruction of properties. Bishop Panti on behalf of the Lutheran Church commiserated with the victims more especially those who lost their loved ones as well as properties. "With a heavy heart, I mourn alongside the people and communities of Yola South LGA of Adamama state. This tragic incident has led to significant loss of lives, destruction of properties displacement of thousands, and considerable unrest and confusion as many families are separated", he stated. He commended the Adamama Adamawa State government, Police Command, and the 23rd Armoured Brigade, Yola for their prompt response in rescueing some of the affect...

The Senator representing Adamawa North Senatorial District, Amos Yohanna, has decorated one of the police officers attached to his office, Lucky Moses. The police officer was recently promoted from the rank of Sergeant to Inspector in the Nigeria Police Force. Decorating the officer during a brief but symbolic ceremony in his office, Senator Amos Yohanna congratulated the officer on his new rank. He commended him for his dedication, discipline, and exemplary service, describing the promotion as a well-deserved recognition of hard work, urging him to continue to uphold the values of professionalism and integrity. “Your commitment to duty and loyalty is not unnoticed. This elevation is both a reward and a responsibility,” the Senator said. Responding, Inspector Lucky Moses expressed gratitude to the Nigeria Police Force and to the Senator for his support and mentorship.

Following a devastating flooding which claimed lives as well as properties in Yola South LGA, the Senator representing Adamawa North Senatorial District, Amos K. Yohanna, has commiserated with the Adamawa State Government as well as the victims of the natural disaster. Senator Amos, on his behalf and his entire electorate across Adamawa North Senatorial District, sympathised with more especially those who lost their loved ones, houses as well as other properties. "I write on behalf of the good people of Adamawa North to extend my heartfelt condolences to the Government and people of Yola South LGA over the unfortunate flood disaster which occurred following the torrential rainfall that lasted for several hours. He stated that the news of of lost of lives, properties, and many displacement of the residents by the flooding is deeply saddening. "At this difficult time, my thoughts and prayers are with the affected families and communities. I mourn with those who lost loved ones,...

No fewer than 400 farmers in Gella Community, Mubi South Local Government Area, Adamawa State were equipped with crucial skills in indigenous erosion control and climate-smart agricultural practices during a nine-day intensive training program. The initiative is part of the "Indigenous Erosion Control Through Climate-Smart Agricultural Practices" project, was made possible through funding from the UNDP Global Environmental Facility Small Grants Programme (GEF-SGP). The comprehensive training which commenced on 16th to 25th July 2025, brought together a diverse groups of participants, including a significant representation of women, youth, and Persons With Disabilities (PWDs).  This inclusive approach aimed to ensure that all segments of the farming community had the opportunity to benefit from the program and contribute to more sustainable agricultural practices in the region. Cross section of the organizers expressed delight with the successes recorded during the program, hi...

Adamawa State – A nine-day intensive training program has successfully equipped no fewer than 400 farmers in Gella Community, Mubi South Local Government Area, Adamawa State with crucial skills in indigenous erosion control and climate-smart agricultural practices.  The initiative, part of the "Indigenous Erosion Control Through Climate-smart Agricultural Practices" project, was made possible through funding from the UNDP Global Environmental Facility Small Grants Programme (GEF-SGP). The comprehensive training which commenced on 16th July 2025 and ended on 25th July 2025, brought together a diverse groups of participants, including a significant representation of women, youth, and Persons With Disabilities (PWDs).  This inclusive approach aimed to ensure that all segments of the farming community had the opportunity to benefit from the program and contribute to more sustainable agricultural practices in the region. Cross section of the organizers expressed immense pride in t...

The Senator representing Adamawa central senatorial district, Aminu Iya Abbas has commiserated with victims of Yola South, other local government areas who were recently affected by the devastating flood which ravaged many parts of the communities. The senator in message through his media office in Yola Sunday, also disclosed that the havoc and destruction caused by the rampaging flood disaster cannot be handled by the local communities and called on the relevant agencies operating in the state as well as other well to do individuals to come to the aid of the affected areas.  Iya Abbas who is the chairman Senate Committee on Innovation,Science and Technology also commended the timely efforts of the State Governor Rt  Hon. Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri and other agencies in Adamawa for providing the needed support to the people.  The lawmaker said he was shocked and saddened by the reports of the degree of damage which includes; houses, schools, hospitals and farmlands, also appeal...

Senator representing Adamawa central senatorial district, Aminu Iya Abbas, has congratulated the Governor of Adamawa State, Rt. Hon. Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, on his conferment with Doctor of Science (D.Sc) Honoris Causa in Public Administration by the prestigious University of Port Harcourt.  Iya Abbas in a statement through his media office in Yola, described the honour done to the "Fresh Air" Governor as heartwarming and a recognition of his sundry contributions to democratic development and nation-building.  Abbas, who is also the Senate Committee Chairman on Innovation, Science and Technology, described the award as a testament to Fintiri’s commitment towards transforming various sectors including education in the state. The Senator while describing the award as well deserved enumerated some of the projects of the Governor which among others includes; the ongoing construction of Smart Schools for experiential learning, said it will serve as a conducive learning environment f...

Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Adamawa State Council, has extended its heartfelt congratulations to  Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, on the conferment of an honorary doctorate degree by the prestigious University of Port Harcourt, Rivers State. The union in a release jointly signed by its Chairman, Abdullahi Ibrahim and the Secretary, Kissinger Bukar, felicitated with the Governor Fintiri on behalf of the journalists in the state. According to the NUJ, the recognition is a testament to Governor Fintiri’s outstanding leadership, unwavering commitment to education, and significant contributions to the development of Adamawa State and the nation at large. "The NUJ Adamawa State Council joins well-wishers across the country in celebrating this remarkable milestone and prays for continued wisdom, strength, and success as the Governor steers the state toward greater progress", the release added.

The Adamawa State Police Command has apprehended two suspected kidnappers in connection to a threat to kidnap a resident of Song LGA. The operatives of the command recovered SIM Card, Handset, others from the suspects according a release by the Spokesman of the Command, SP Suleiman Yahaya Nguroje. SP Nguroje explained that the arrest followed a complaint from one Hassan Musa Dabutu of Song LGA, who had reported receiving threatening calls from an unknown subscriber, that they are coming to kidnap him unless he pays a certain amount of money. According to him, the complainant also raised concern that his family had earlier suffered a series of kidnappings, where a total sum of twenty million naira (₦20,000,000.00) was paid as ransom to secure the release of abducted family members. He said that it was as a result of that that the Commissioner of Police, CP Dankombo Morris, directed operatives from the State Intelligence Department (SID) to commence investigation. "Luckily enough, a...

The Senator representing Adamawa North Senatorial District, Amos K. Yohanna, has extended hearty felicitations to Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri on his conferment of an Honorary Doctor of Science Degree in Public Administration. Governor Ahmadu Fintiri was on Saturday conferred with Doctorate Degree by the prestigious University of Port Harcourt in recognition of his leadership qualities. In his congratulatory message on his behalf and entire senatorial district, Senator Amos, rejoiced with the Governor for the honour, saying that the honour is a recognition of his visionary leadership, sterling contributions to governance, and unwavering commitment to public service and the advancement of society. "Your Excellency, under your stewardship, Adamawa State has witnessed remarkable progress in education, infrastructure, security, and human capital development. Your inclusive style of governance and passion for delivering people-centered policies have rightfully earned you this national...

The Senator representing Adamawa North Senatorial District, Amos K. Yohanna has reiterated his commitment to ensuring young people are accorded inclusive opportunities to enable the realise their full potentials. Senator Amos stated this when he granted audience to the leadership of the Adamawa North Youths Forum, ably led by Faisal Mohammed. During their interaction, Sen Amos, promised to focus his representation on pressing issues affecting teeming youths in his senatorial district, and appealed for their support to continue to build a stronger, more inclusive Adamawa North. "Today, I had a fruitful and an inspiring engagement with the leadership of the Adamawa North Youths Forum, ably led by Faisal Mohammed. "Our conversation focused on pressing issues affecting young people in our senatorial district; especially our graduates who are in search of meaningful opportunities.  "We discussed how my office can continue to support youth empowerment through sustainable initi...

Two Project Officers of the Adamawa State Education Investment Project under the Office of the Accountant General of Adamawa State have been arraigned for allegedly diverting world bank funds released for the renovation of public schools damaged by Boko Haram in the state. The defendants, Popoona Samuel and Arama Davies Gyandi were arraigned before the Federal High Court sitting in Yola, Adamawa State by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC).  Popoona and Arama were brought before Justice Tijjani G. Ringin, on a four-count charge bordering on money laundering and retention/conversion of proceeds. According to the ICPC, the duo while serving as officers under the State Education Investment Project in the Office of the AG of Adamawa State in 2020, allegedly conspired and laundered funds belonging to the School-Based Management Committees of primary schools in the state. The Project Officers allegedly conspired among themselves to commit an off...

The Adamawa State House of Assembly on Monday, adopted 6-points resolutions on the recent communal clash which claimed lives as well as destruction of properties in some communities in Lamurde and Numan LGAs. News Platform  The assembly urged the executive arm through the Ministry of Special Duties, Security, and Humanitarian Services, and in collaboration with the Ministry of LG and Chieftaincy Affairs, to establish a Community-Based Security Taskforce in Numan and Lamurde LGAs. According to the Lawmakers, the taskforce shall comprise trained members of the local vigilante, community peace corps, and traditional hunter groups, with a clear operational framework and financial support. Likewise, the Legislators have resolved to constitute a Joint Oversight Committee which comprises members of the House Committees on Security, LG Affairs, and Justice to work with the Office of the Adviser on Security and relevant CSOs, to develop a draft Community Security Reform bill, ensuring legal...

The Senator representing Adamawa Central Senatorial District, Aminu Iya Abbas, has mourned the death of Suleiman Aliyu Garga, Special Assistant to Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri on Content Creation who died in Yola, on Saturday.  Iya Abbas in statement through his Yola Media Office described the passing of the rising youth as disheartening and tragic.  While condoling the immediate family of deceased, the governor Adamawa State , Adamawa Social Media Influencers, associates and friends , Senator Abbas prayed that God Almighty Grant Him Aljannatul Firdausi and give Garga's family the fortitude to bear the irreparable loss. “I commiserate with the family, the governor of Adamawa State, His Excellency, Rt. Hon. Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, the PDP Media Groups, on the painful death of Suleiman Aliyu Garga." He said.

A new initiative aimed at combating erosion and improving livelihoods through indigenous and climate-smart agricultural practices was officially launched today at Gella community in Mubi South LGA. The project, titled "Indigenous Erosion Control Through Climate-Smart Agricultural Practices in Gella, Mubi South LGA, Adamawa State". The project is being implemented by the Alimat Care Foundation (a youth-led non-organization) with funding support from the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Global Environment Facility Small Grants Programme (GEF-SGP). The launch event saw a significant turnout, with community leaders, Local Government Area (LGA) officials, and enthusiastic community members all who witnessed the inauguration of this vital environmental project. A highlight of the event was the address by the National Chairperson of the SGP Steering Committee, who graced the occasion.  In her address Ms Asmau Joda underscored the importance of local participation and urge...

The Adamawa State High Court on Thursday, heard that former Governor Murtala Nyako, operated 2 of his companies without formal registration with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC). The court presided by the Chief Judge, Justice Hafsat Abdulrahman, was told that the Sebore Farms Limited and Sebore Farms Export Processing Zone and Ashran Nig. Limited were not registered with the commission. The Head of the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) Adamawa State, Alkassim Ahmad, made the startling revelation while giving testimony in the case against ACP Sherrif Abubakar Rabiu, Chief Security Officer (CSO) to former Gov Nyako   Sheriff has been standing trial since 2021 for allegedly converting 2 landed properties worth N80 million which he had purchased in the name of Sebore farms to himself and sold same properties at a later date. While testifying in court as DW2, Ahmad informed the court that the Sebore Farms Limited and Sebore Farms Export Processing Zone and Ashran Nig. Limite...

A bill for a law to establish the Adamawa State College of Technology, Innovation and Entrepreneurship Studies Gulak, Madagali LGA has scaled 1st reading at the Adamawa State House of Assembly. News Platform  The 1st reading of the bill followed a motion by the Deputy Majority Leader, Hon. Ahmed Jingi Belel (Maiha Constituency) and seconded by Hon. Haruna Jilantikiri (Madagali Constituency) during Wednesday plenary. The legislation has been sponsored by the executive arm to establish the college so as to impart technological, innovative and entrepreneurship training to students to enable them become self-reliant in the society. After the reading of the bill, the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Bathiya Wesley, who presided the plenary, directed the Chairman Rules and Business of the assembly to schedule the bill for 2nd reading.

Former President Muhammadu Buhari is dead. He died  at a clinic in London, United Kingdom, at the age of 82. His spokesperson, Garba Shehu, announced this on Sunday in a post on X. “The family of the former president has announced the passing on of the former president, Muhammadu Buhari, GCFR, this afternoon in a clinic in London.

Adamawa State Police Command on Saturday vowed enforce the 24 hour curfew declared on Lamurde LGA by the state government. The 24-hour curfew declared by Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri followed violent attacks and breach of peace in some communities in Lamurde LGA. The Police Command in a release signed by SP Suleiman Yahaya Nguroje advised the general public particularly those in Lamurde LGA, to respectfully comply with such order and stay indoors in order to prevent further break down of law and order. SP Nguroje said that the Commissioner of Police, CP Dankombo Morris, had deployed more operational assets of the command at the areas to monitor compliance and enforce the curfew using all legal means.  According to him, the command in collaboration with sister security agencies while respecting the rights of the citizens equally enjoyed them to avoid all forms of action capable of threatening the security in the area. He pointed out that the Command will not in any where allow hood...

Senator Adamawa North Senatorial District, Amos K. Yohanna has extended his heartfelt condolences to the paramount ruler of Madagali, Ptil Madagali, Dr. Ali Danburam and the people of Madagali LGA following a deadly attack by Boko Haram insurgents. In a statement released to newsmen, the Senator expressed deep sorrow over the tragic incident, describing it as a senseless and cowardly act of violence that has once again disrupted the peace and stability of the region. “I am deeply saddened by the news of the recent attack on our beloved brothers and sisters in Madagali. This senseless act of violence is yet another painful reminder of the threats our people continue to face in their pursuit of peace and safety,” the Senator stated. He offered his sympathies to the bereaved families, those who sustained injuries, and all affected by the attack.  Senator Yohanna assured the people of Madagali of his unwavering support and his continued collaboration with security agencies and relevant...

African Democratic Congress (ADC), Adamawa State chapter has hailed the adoption of the party by the coalition of opposition leaders as their platform for the 2027 general election. The leadership of the party assured that ADC is legitimate, intact, united and strong under its Chairman, Comrade Shehu Yohanna and its Governorship Candidate in 2023 general election in Adamawa State, Alh. Mohammed Usman Shuwa. It debunked rumors making rounds about resignation of some party officials, saying "no one has resigned, or will resign; no structure has been dissolved and no structure will be dissolved" The Chairman of the party in the state, Comrade Shehu Yohanna stated this during press conference in Yola, Adamawa State. Comrade Shehu Yohanna said that ADC in Adamawa State Chapter is committed to playing a constructive role in shaping the future of Adamawa and the nation at large.  "We are honored to have them on board and look forward to working together to build a stronger, mor...

The Chief Magistrate Court III sitting in Yola Adamawa State on Friday, ordered the remand of a Frontline Philantropist, Dr. Emmanuel Musa, and 3 others in prison custody for allegedly killing Thomas Godwin Zamfara. News Platform  The court presided by Chief Magistrate Uwani Danladi Mohammed, ordered that the defendants be remanded in prison custody and adjourned the case to the 7th July, 2025. According to the court, the adjournment is to await legal advice from the DPP Ministry of Justice Adamawa state. With this order Dr. Emmanuel Musa and 3 others will remain behind bars until then. The defendants arraigned in court include Godwin Chukukuyada, Danlami Nuhu, Ibrahim Bakari (aka Mai Cross), Stephen Peter currently at large and Dr Emmanuel N. Musa. They were arraigned for the offence of criminal conspiracy and culpable homicide contrary to sections 60 and 191 of Adamawa State Penal Code 2018 as amended. According to the First Information Report tendered in court, the defendants ha...

  Pa Bernard La'ori, father of Hon. Kwamoti Bitrus Laori, Chairman, House of Representatives Committee on Public Petitions who died at the age of 86 will be laid to rest at his hometown, Imburu, Numan, Adamawa State on Saturday July 5, 2025. According to a statement by his media office, Pa. Bernard La'ori, a seasoned educationist died at the ripe age of 86 on  Saturday, June 28th, 2025 after a brief illness at Modibbo Adama University Teaching Hospital (formerly FMC), Yola, Adamawa State. According to the statement, the Adamawa State Governor,  Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri,  his Deputy and top members of his cabinet as well as the Speaker of the Adamawa State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Bathiya Wesley,  some  members of National Assembly and  State Assembly legislators earlier  paid Hon. Kwamoti  Laori, a condolence visit in his hometown-Numan. The statement noted that interment will take place at Imburu, after the funeral service at St. Patrick Cath...

The Federal High Court in Abuja, presided over by Justice M.O. Liman, has dismissed an application seeking an order of mandamus against the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) and six other respondents. An order of mandamus, also known as a writ of mandamus, is a judicial directive that compels a public official or body to perform a legal duty. It is an extraordinary remedy typically granted only when a party has a clear legal right to the performance of that duty, and the official in question has failed or refused to act. The applicant, Dr. Fanen Ade, had approached the court seeking an order compelling the ICPC, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), and the Inspector-General of Police (the 5th, 6th, and 7th respondents) to carry out a detailed investigation into a public-private partnership between the Federal Housing Authority (FHA) and ENL Consortium Limited for the development and sale of housing units at the FHA/ENL Paradise H...

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has secured the conviction in a case involving a staff of the Federal Ministry of Aviation, Elvis Simon Okerenyi. The convict was facing charges bordering on forgery and giving “fake employment” to a job-seeker. Investigations revealed that Mr. Okerenyi had allegedly defrauded a job seeker, Titus Tavershima, of the sum of (N1,000,000.00) One Million Naira to secure employment in the Federal Civil Service. This act is contrary to Section 320 and punishable under Section 322 of the Penal Code, Cap 532, Laws of the Federal Capital Territory, Nigeria, 2006. Subsequently, the defendant entered into a plea bargain agreement with the prosecution; the initial seven-count charge was amended to a count charge to which the defendant pleaded guilty. The defendant pleaded guilty upon his arraignment based on a plea bargain agreement before Justice S. C. Oriji of the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) and w...