The Great Choice: Hon. Gaman John Emerges as Adamawa ADC Sec




The African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Adamawa State has made what many observers describe as a strategic and people-oriented decision with the selection of Hon. Gaman John as its new State Secretary.


Born and raised in Dumne, Song Local Government Area of Adamawa Central Zone, Hon. Gaman John is widely regarded as a leader deeply rooted in his community and in touch with the challenges and aspirations of the people. His strong local background and connection with grassroots stakeholders give him a natural advantage in mobilising support for the party across the state.


With years of experience in governance and political administration, Hon. Gaman John has served in various public roles, notably as Monitoring and Evaluation Officer under the Adamawa State Multi-Sectoral Crisis Recovery Project (MCRP) — a position that highlights his expertise in project oversight, accountability, and stakeholder coordination. These skills are expected to translate effectively into his new responsibilities as ADC State Secretary.


Renowned for his ability in political reconciliation and civil-society engagement, Hon. Gaman John is known for promoting peace, dialogue, and inclusiveness in politics. His exposure to restoration and reconstruction projects, combined with his strong ties to non-governmental and community-based organisations, positions him as a bridge between the party and the wider civic society.


Across faith lines, Gaman John is a respected voice in the Christian community, being an active member of the Lutheran Church of Christ in Nigeria (LCCN), which boasts a large following across Adamawa. His faith-based values of peace, humility, and service have earned him admiration from Christian leaders and youth groups, making him a unifying figure across religious divides.


Upon assuming office, Hon. Gaman John outlined his vision for strengthening the ADC in Adamawa, pledging to:


Deepen grassroots structures across all 21 local government areas, especially in under-represented communities.


Enhance internal transparency and accountability using his M&E background to track party performance.


Foster reconciliation within and beyond the party by building constructive relationships with civil society, youth, and community organisations.


Translate policy ideas into actionable programmes addressing education, livelihoods, peacebuilding, and infrastructure.



Political analysts have described Hon. Gaman John as a leader with both local authenticity and administrative competence, noting his earlier coordination role under former Governor Murtala Nyako’s Special Assistant Welfare Programme, through which many Adamawa youths benefited economically.


His blend of grassroots connection, governance experience, and commitment to inclusive politics makes him, in the words of one ADC stalwart, “the right man at the right time for the job.”


In conclusion, the emergence of Hon. Gaman John as ADC State Secretary is being hailed as a step in the right direction—a move expected to strengthen the party’s internal cohesion, enhance its credibility, and widen its democratic reach across Adamawa State.

By Ibrahim Abubakar Jimeta

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