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Adamawa APC Guyuk/Shelleng HoR candidate tasks media team on mobilisation

Ahead of 2027 general elections, the All Progressives Congress (APC) Adamawa state chapter, a gender House of Representatives candidate for Guyuk/Shelleng Federal Constituency in Adamawaa state, Hon. Golfa Chaugwarau has enjoyed her media team to intensify coverage of the party’s activities and promote its programmes and political engagements.

Jobs & Opportunities

New customs boss takes mantle leadership in Adamawa, Taraba, pledge stronger smuggling operations

Acting Area Controller, Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Adamawa/Taraba Area Command, Deputy Comptroller Mamman Ali, has promised to strengthen the fight against smuggling through intelligence-led operations, digital and deployment of modern technology.

Politics

2027 election: Fintiri inaugurate 3000 APC campaign council come forthcoming elections

Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri of Adamawa state has inaugurated no fewer than 3000 campaign members for All Progressive Congress (APC) for it's preparation into the forth general elections.

Politics

Peoples lives beyond periodic election, renew your contract with citizens - Osibanjo

Former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo has called on African governments to renew their social contract with citizens, stressed that democracy must deliver real improvements in people’s lives beyond periodic elections.

Politics

APC inaugurate Door to Door movement for P-BAT, 35 campaign vehicles

The All Progressive Congress (APC) Adamawa state chapter has inaugurated Door to Door campaign of President Bola Ahmed Tinibu (P-BAT) with 35 campaign vehicles in Yola the state capital.

Security & Crime

NCS calls for synergy with community leaders to curb border smuggling

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) Adamawa/Taraba States Command has called for stronger synergy with community leaders to reduce smuggling along the nation’s borders to the barest minimum. Area Comptroller Mohammed A. Kato made the appeal during a press briefing at the Command Headquarters in Yola, Adamawa State capital, where he disclosed that officers intercepted no fewer than 1,457 items in the last quarter of 2026.

Security & Crime

NCS calls for synergy with community leaders to curb border smuggling

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) Adamawa/Taraba States Command has called for stronger synergy with community leaders to reduce smuggling along the nation’s borders to the barest minimum.

Security & Crime

In a six-week blitz against fuel smugglers, Nigeria Customs has seized 38,700 litres of petrol worth ₦63.1 million in Adamawa State - along with the vehicle used to haul the illicit consignment

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), through its Operation Whirlwind, intercepted the Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) packed in 1,548 jerrycans of 25 litres each.

Politics

Fintiri Won in 2019 With No Councillors or Chairmen - Adamawa PDP Chair Dogo Says Party Will Still Triumph

Defections are normal, structures remain intact, and the party will make the ballot and win, he insists Adamawa State PDP Chairman Engr. Belmont Dogo has dismissed concerns over the recent alleged defection of 21 local government chairmen and 226 councillors elected on the party’s platform only months ago.

Security & Crime

Peace returned between Fulani herders, community and Song LG mgt in Adamawa

Adamawa state Governor, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, has mediate between the wearing Fulani herders’ community and the management of Song Local Government Council over a misunderstanding that led to the boycott of Song Market.

Security & Crime

Insecurity: Adamawa Gov’t calls FG to deploy drones to boost neighboring Cameroon

Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri of Adamawa state has called on Federal Government to explore all means through drones as a means of modern surveillance technology and joint border patrols to curb arms proliferation. He said this will checkmate every illegal migration and smuggling along Nigeria’s border with Cameroon.

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APM governorship candidate urges politicians to be assessed objectively based on their records and experience

The governorship candidate of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM), Abdulrahman Haske, has called on the public and the media to assess political leaders objectively, based on their records, experience, and policy proposals, ahead of the 2027 governorship election.

Lifestyle

Fintiri Mourns Fufore Council Chairman, Dr. Yahaya Saidu

Governor, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri of Adamawa state has expressed deep sorrow over the sudden death of the Executive Chairman of Fufore Local Government Area, Dr. Yahaya Saidu.

Sports

Adamawa Ardos defy Kautal Haure, rally behind Abbo’s 2027 Gubernatorial poll

Not less than 39 Ardos across 21 local government areas of Adamawa State have come out for the endorsement of Labour Party governorship candidate Senator Ishaku Abbo come 2027 election.

Education

Road crashes in Adamawa are no longer being framed as a problem the Federal Road Safety Corps can solve alone

At a town hall in Yola on Wednesday, Sector Commander Sadiq A. Ibrahim told government officials, transport unions, community leaders, security agencies and the media that every crash is a human story first, a lost breadwinner, a family pushed into hardship, a passenger left with a lifelong disability, and a cost that spreads well beyond a damaged vehicle and a blocked road.

Education

University Deputy Vice Chancellor Calls for Dualisation of Deadly Road After Student Deaths

Professor Elias Audu, Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academic) of Modibbo Adama University, has described recent fatal road crashes involving students as a major source of worry for the institution and renewed the call for the dualisation of the road linking the university. Speaking in an interview, Professor Audu said the university lost several students to road accidents in the last two months. With over 220,000 students and more than 4,000 staff using the route daily particularly the stretch from

Politics

PDP urge the newly inaugurated executives across the state, LGA and ward levels to maintain constitutional discipline

The state and local government Electoral Committee Chairman of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Hon. Jalo Donga has charged the newly inaugurated executives to uphold the party’s constitution, maintain discipline and discharge their duties with integrity to strengthen the party.

Politics

2027 election: Governorship Candidates of political parties sign peace accord

Barely five months, Governorship candidates for the year 2027, political parties in the forth coming election have signed a Peace Accord, for peaceful issue based campaigns ahead of the February 2027 election.

Politics

Adamawa state govt marks 66th Independent reaching out to hospitals and supports

As Adamawa State Government marks 66th Nigeria Independent Anniversary, the state Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, took a visit to major hospitals provided support to patients also celebrated Independent newborn n babies (Independent Babies) Provisions includes toiletries, sanitary materials and financial support to newborn babies, pregnant women and mothers as part of activities marking Nigeria’s 66th Independence Anniversary.

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PDP urge the newly inaugurated executives across the state, LGA and ward levels to maintain constitutional discipline

The state and local government Electoral Committee Chairman of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Hon. Jalo Donga has charged the newly inaugurated executives to uphold the party’s constitution, maintain discipline and discharge their duties with integrity to strengthen the party.

Jobs & Opportunities

Ismaila Adamu: The Northern Nigerian Creator Taking Traditional Knowledge Online

In a digital space often dominated by entertainment, Ismaila Adamu professionally known as Halifan Fada Jibiya Media has carved a distinct path by putting traditional knowledge, cultural education, and Northern Nigerian heritage at the centre of his work.

Religion

Adamawa Muslim Pilgrims Board Fills 952 Slots, Sets Course for Stronger Hajj 2027

Preparations for the 2027 Hajj are already firmly underway in Adamawa State, with the Muslim Pilgrims Board confirming that all 952 slots allocated by the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria have been filled and fully paid for. The Board’s leadership and District head of Gurin, Saliyu Abubakar told journalists in Yola that a team will travel to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in the coming days to finalise accommodation and feeding arrangements for the pilgrims.

Politics

Adamawa Christian Pilgrims Board Prepares Nearly 700 for 2026 Holy Land Journey

In Adamawa State, preparations are well underway for the 2026 Christian pilgrimage to Israel, with the State Christian Pilgrims Welfare Board aiming to send close to 700 faithful on the sacred journey. Chief Geoffrey Garba, Executive Secretary of the Board Yola, confirmed that Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri's approval has been secured for 500 sponsored pilgrims, with an additional 120 slots allocated across the state’s local government areas and room for self-sponsored participants.

Economy

Supplementary budget: Adamawa approves N169bn greenlights multi-billion-naira projects

Sequel to the Adamawa State Executive Council has approved a supplementary budget of N169.1 billion for the 2026 fiscal year and awarded multi-billion-naira contracts covering infrastructure, healthcare, power and education across the state. The decisions were taken at the council’s 16th meeting of the year, presided over by Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri at the Government House, Yola, on Thursday.

Politics

Injustice, trust and betrayal papatrated by APC prompt me out for alternative APM- Mijinyawa

A member representing Yola South Constituency in the Adamawa State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Kabiru Mijinyawa, has allegedly accused the All Progressive Congress (APC) of injustice, lack of trust and betrayal compelled him and his supporters to exit the party for the Action Peoples Movement (APM).

Politics

Adamawa YPP candidate unveils selected point ‘Reset’ agenda

The Young Progressives Party (YPP) governorship candidate in Adamawa State, Pharm. Wafarinyi Theman, on Monday unveiled a 17-point agenda he said would guide his administration if elected in 2027.

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I'll establish a mechanism to address insecurity challenges, education, electricity and media relegation in Adamawa- Nathaniel

The Adamawa state candidate of Social Democratic Party (SDP), Hon Christopher Nathaniel, says he will tackle insecurity through establishing mechanisms in monitoring to address the security challenges. Hon. Nathaniel made this while interacting with journalists in Yola, that he outlined his plans for the state, including security, agriculture, education, healthcare, transportation, electricity and media development.

Jobs & Opportunities

A'Ibom NUJ Chairman Urges Journalists to Monetise Skills Beyond Newsroom

The Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Akwa Ibom State Council, Comrade Nsibiet John, has urged journalists to look beyond traditional newsroom roles and turn their professional skills into sustainable economic opportunities.

Politics

Northern Governors’ Spouses’ Forum adopts two-point agenda for Adamawa

The Northern Governors’ Spouses’ Forum (NGSF) held its second tri-annual meeting on 15–16 September 2026 at the Adamawa State Government House, Yola. A communiqué issued on Wednesday after the meeting, which was chaired by the wife of the Gombe State governor, Hajiya Asma’u Inuwa Yahaya, said members reviewed the Forum’s activities, assessed progress, discussed issues affecting the region, and set out plans for future programmes.

Politics

Northern govr's wives forum empowers 1200 vulnerable women in Yola

The 19 Northern Governor's wives Forum (NGWF) led by the wife of Adamawa state Hajiya Lami Fintiri has empowered no fewer than 1200 vulnerable Women Yola. The intervention and empowerment programme was held as part of activities marking the 2nd triannial meeting of the Northern Governors’ Wives Forum at the Bouquet Hall, Government House, Yola.

Politics

2027 Adamawa Guber: Vunobolki Unveils 9-Point Agenda, Prioritises Civil Service, Youth/Women, Security, Education and Financial Discipline

Barely five months to the next general election cycle, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate for the 2027 election in Adamawa State, Maurice Vunobolki, has outlined his 9-point agenda, placing civil service reform, youth and women empowerment, education, security and financial discipline at the top of his priorities.

Northern Nigeria

Former Gongola state Governor, chairman African round table and PDP national chairman is death

Adamawa state Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, has announced the demise of Alhaji Bamanga Tukur, the 3rd civilian Governor of the defunct Gongola State former African Round Table and National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP.

Economy

P-GAT Targets 2,000 Tricycle Riders, 500 Agents in Adamawa Mobility Rollout

P-GAT Industries Limited says plans have been concluded to expand its ATRaS Mobility Ecosystem in Adamawa State, targeting 2,000 fuel powered tricycle riders and the recruitment of about 500 agents in the next phase of the ongoing programme.

Politics

Insecurity: APC Governorship Candidate Galadima Condemns Deadly Attack on Dzangola Village, Presents “Adamawa Rising Agenda” to Federal Appointees

The All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in Adamawa State, Ahmed Galadima Aminu, has expressed deep concern over the deadly attack on Dzangola community in Gombi Local Government Area.

Opinion

P-GAT Targets 2,000 Tricycle Riders, 500 Agents in Adamawa Mobility Rollout

P-GAT Industries Limited says plans have been concluded to expand its ATRaS Mobility Ecosystem in Adamawa State, targeting 2,000 fuel powered tricycle riders and the recruitment of about 500 agents in the next phase of the ongoing programme.

Politics

2027 Polls: Adamawa APC guber candidate, Galadima, flags off campaign, vows continuity

In accordance to the Independent National Election Commission (INEC) timetable for electioneering campaign on 9th September 2026, the Adamawa state All Progressive Congress (APC) candidate, Ahmed Galadima Aminu has formally flagged off his campaign in Yola, the state Capital

Politics

Why Abubakar Abba Madayyana Is Bringing Northern Nigerian Fashion to a Wider Audience

It all stated as an interest in tailoring during childhood has developed into a growing fashion career for Abubakar Abba Madayyana, the founder and Creative Director of Madayyana Fashion. Madayyana discovered his tarlented interest in tailoring while still in primary school in Sokoto State. Over time, that early curiosity developed into a serious commitment to fashion design and eventually into the establishment of his own fashion label.

Lifestyle

Girei Road Accident: Gov Fintiri condoles with bereaved families, pledges collaboration with Federal Government

Adamawa State Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri has expressed deep sadness over the recent fatal accident along the Girei-Jimeta Road and has personally visited the homes of several bereaved families to offer his condolences.

Politics

2027 election: Galadima has backing of Air Vice Marshall Sanda rtd and Sa’ire movement, vows grassroots mobilisation for APC.

The political momentum ahead of the 2027 elections received another boost in Yola, prominent socio political group, Sa’ire Movement, formally declared support for the Adamawa State APC gubernatorial candidate, Alhaji Tijjani Galadima, pledged to mobilise grassroots structure for his victory at the polls.

Africa

Gov. Fintiri suspends Executive secretary, post primary schools management board over alleged Irregularities

Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri of Adamawa state has approved and directed the immediate suspension of the Executive Secretary of the State Post Primary Schools Management Board

Politics

Adamawa APC gives 21 LGA chairmen campaign vehicles as Fintiri-led structure pushes Tinubu’s 2027 bid

The Adamawa State chapter of the All Progressives Congress has handed logistics support to its 21 local government chairmen, saying the vehicles will help them cover the state’s 226 wards and drive grassroots mobilisation for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s 2027 re-election.

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Girei road fatal accident: claims six lives- Adamawa Police

‎The Adamawa State Police Command says fatal motor accident occurred claims six along Girei Road. ‎ ‎Statement by the police image maker SP Suleiman Yahaya Nguroje said preliminary report indicates that 6 persons lost their lives in the crash. The victims were rushed to a hospital where they were confirmed dead. ‎

Security & Crime

Taraba Police Arrest Two Women for Child Trafficking, Rescue Three Children

The Taraba State Police Command has arrested two women of Igbo extraction for allegedly attempting to traffic three children, all about four years old, from the NTA Area in Jalingo to Yola in Adamawa State. The suspects, identified as Ada Eze and Ujunyi F., were said to have deceived the children’s parents by claiming they were taking the children to the market before transporting them out of Taraba State.

Politics

Door to door campaign, Fintiri formerly flagg off Presidential, National APC reelection of Tinibu in Adamawa

The All Progressives Congress (APC) Adamawa State chapter has reaffirmed the commitment to securing victory in the 2027 general elections declaring the endorsement of President Bola Ahmed Tinibu second is the party's priority. Adamawa state Governor, Ahmadu Umaaru Fintiri disclosed this at the lounching of the Presidential and National Assembly election flagg off come 2027 at state Government House gate in Yola.

Security & Crime

Suspected Boko Haram insurgent struck kill 8 including police officer abducted 4

Suspected Boko Haram sect killed six persons and abducted two girls after raiding Gaya-Dlang near Fa'agaya village, Hong local government area of Adamawa State. Reports has it that, the strikers after that burnt down houses and carted away with food stuffs. The raid came less than a month when similar attack was carried out on Monday, 27 July, 2026 around 6:00 pm by the terrorists in Zah community in Yadul District of same local government area in which led to the abduction of middle-aged wom

Politics

Gov Fintiri congratulate Adeleke over election victory in Osun

Governor Ahmadu Unaru Fintiri congratulated the victory of Governor of Osun state Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, on the just concluded governorship election in the state. Fintiri said, the outcome is a reflection of the will of the people of the and their desire for continuity, good governance and people leadership.

Investigations

Tor Tiv threatens to remove the Abiseku/AkuBise of Abinsi of Benue

The Chairmen Benue state council of Chiefs and traditional ruler has threatened the traditional ruler of a former provisional Head quarter of Benue, the Abiseku of Abinsi Guma local government area of the state.

Court & Judiciary

Shinkafi VS APC, INEC, Sahabi: plaintiff's lawyer assures ultimate victory as Court adjourns to 5th August

As the people of Zamfara state, Nigerians and the entire world watch with enthusiasm to see and hear the turn out of event in the legal tussle between a lone Sani Shinkafi against the state chapter of APC, INEC and Sen. Sahabi Ya'u, Barr. Bello Galadi, the plaintiff's lawyer gave assurance of victory as the court adjourned the session to August 5th 2026.

Health

Maternal, Child, Adolescent Health Improves in Adamawa as EU-SARAH Initiative, Records Major Gains

The European Union-supported Strengthening Access to Reproductive and Adolescent Health (EU-SARAH) initiative has trained over 1,300 healthcare workers in Adamawa State and recorded significant improvements in maternal, newborn and adolescent healthcare, with skilled birth attendance increasing by more than 100 per cent since the intervention began.

Health

How EU-SARAH Is Transforming Maternal, Child And Adolescent Health In Adamawa

The European Union-supported Strengthening Access to Reproductive and Adolescent Health (EU-SARAH) initiative has trained over 1,300 healthcare workers in Adamawa State and recorded significant improvements in maternal, newborn and adolescent healthcare, with skilled birth attendance increasing by more than 100 per cent since the intervention began.

Security & Crime

CRS: Court convicts cleric to death over murder of 16yr old daughter, accused of being a witch.

A high court sitting in Calabar the cross river state capital has cinvicted Apostile Ubong Bassey Etim Today, in calabar High Court No. 11, Calabar, presided over by Hon. Justice Blessing Egwu, The court convicted Apostle Ubong Bassey Etim for the murder of his 16year old daughter, Deborah Bassey, a child with Down syndrome who was falsely accused of being a witch.

Economy

Yobe Govt, EU Swiss Embassy, UN Partners Deepen Alliance On Government Led Durable Solutions

The Yobe State Government has secured renewed commitments from the European Union, the Governments of Switzerland, France and Germany, alongside key United Nations agencies and development partners, to deepen collaboration on governance-led durable solutions for Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs), reinforcing the transition from humanitarian response to sustainable recovery, resilience and inclusive development.

Agriculture

Adamawa's agricultural potentials makes it major driver of economy- Fintiri

Governor Ahamdu Umaru Fintiri of Adamawa state says the mass production of food in the state is as a result of fertile land for agricultural potentials that made it major driver of economy.

Court & Judiciary

Adamawa High Court sacks Ex-Nyako CSO over Alleged N80m Property Fraud

State High Court in Adamawa presided by the Chief Judge, Justice Hafsat Abdulrahman, on Friday discharged and acquitted a retired Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP), Sheriff Abubakar Rabiu, a Chief Security Officer (CSO) under ex- Governor, Murtala Nyako.