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Gov Fintiri Assures Unrelenting Drive In Fighting Drug Abuse

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Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri of Adamawa State Monday assured the unrelenting drive of his administration in the fight against drug abuse, stressing that it is the collective responsibility of all to rid the country of the menace.

The Governor while speaking during a courtesy visit by the management of National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA at the Council Chamber glGovernment House Yola appealed to the Federal Government to adequately fund the agency for result.

The Governor appreciated President Muhammadu Buhari for appointing a son of the state to head the agency believing that with his experience, knowledge, and capacity he will relentlessly work towards re-engineering the fight against illicit drugs.

Governor Fintiri who revealed that his administration is tirelessly working with the agency to rid the state of the menace pledged to continue to give and strengthen the agency within available resources across the state.”We will continue to give and strengthen the agency within available resources and across the state. Drug abuse should be fought vigorously else it rids the society of its good,’ he said.  

According to him, drug abuse should be fought vigorously else it rids the society of its good virtues noting that all negative vices revolves around drug abuse which informed him upon assumption of office to accord priority to the agency.

He appealed to the federal government to adequately fund the agency in order for it to achieve its mandate of fighting the crime of drug abuse.

“All negative vices are linked to drug abuse which informed him upon assumption of office to support the agency. I appealed to the federal government to adequately fund the agency in order to achieve its mandate of fighting the crime of drug abuse’ he said.

Earlier The Chairman NDLEA Brigadier General Muhammadu Buba Marwa lauded the achievements recorded so far by the Fintiri led administration especially in Michika where he is a stakeholder and urging him not to relent in making Adamawa great again 

Brigadier General Marwa said he is in the state on a familiarisation visit and also to make assessments of the agency’s office and its activities in Adamawa. 

Nigeria according to him is in serious crisis ranging from kidnapping,armed banditry,insurgency, behind which is the issue of abuse of drugs.

The Chairman Commended the efforts of the Governor in the fight against the proliferation of drugs and solicited for the establishment of a rehabilitation center in the capital and across the twenty one local government areas of the state “Nigeria is in serious crisis crime behind which is the issue of abuse of drugs. Until we get to the bottom of the drug abuse scourge no success will be achieved,” he said.

Highlight of the event was presentation of souvenir to Governor Umaru Fintiri by the Chairman of the NDLEA.

By Muhammad B Muhammad

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Fintiri Appoints Auwal SSG, Edgar Chief Of Staff, Ardo Head Of Service

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Adamawa State Governor, Rt Hon Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri has approved the appointment of Hon Awwal D. Tukur as the Secretary to the State Government (SSG).


Hon Awwal was a former Member of the House of Representatives and served as the Director General of the Adamawa Presidential and Gubernatorial Campaign Council in the 2023 national elections.

Governor Fintiri has also approved the the appointment of Dr Edgar Amos as Chief of Staff Government House.

Following the appointment of Dr Amos who before now was the Head of Service, Shehu Isa Ardo takes over as Head of the Civil Service.
The appointments take immediate effect.

Humwashi Wonosikou
Chief Press Secretary to the Governor
07:06:2023

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Agriculture

USAID, IITA Unveil 2023 Agricultural Inputs Fair In Yola

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By Abdulaziz Abubakar Damare

The USAID in Partnership with IITA through its project “Feed The Future, Nigeria Integrated Agriculture Activity” has declared its 2023 Agricultural Inputs Fair opened in Yola, the Adamawa state capital on Monday 5th June 2023 at Mahmud Ribadu Square in Yola, Northeast Nigeria.

In his address, the Executive Governor of Adamawa State Rt. Hon. Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, commended USAID and its Implementing Partner IITA for choosing Adamawa as one of the beneficiaries of various training and supports by the organizations.

The Governor who is heavily represented by his Deputy Prof. Kaletapwa George Farauta, expressed the readiness of Adamawa state government to partner with relevant organization to boost food security in Adamawa.

Fintiri who described the training given to farmers on modern techniques as timely, called for the NGO’s to train farmers on application of fertilizer and manure as part of their project to ensure bumper harvest.

He added that the state government will pay more attention on the stomach infrastructure of the good people of Adamawa in its new tenure.

Earlier in his welcome address, the chief of party Integrated Agricultural Activity (IAA) Mr. Prakash Kant Silwal said they have engaged over 30,000 farmers in Adamawa on various training and modern farming techniques in the state.

Mr. Prakash said the inputs fair is an opportunity for producers of various crops, seeds, food among others to sell their products.

He added that the inputs displayed at Mahmud Ribadu Square are qualitative, accessible and affordable compared to that of market prize.

In his remarks, the chairman Agro Dealers Association Northeastern Nigeria Alh. Usman Bapullo Ribadu, challenged farmers to harvest a certified seed and acquire the knowledge of farming before venturing into the sector.

On their various testimonies on behalf of the beneficiaries, Mal. Dauda Mohammed from Guyuk Local Government and Josia Stanley said the training obtained from the NGO’s has yielded a positive result and made them self reliant.

The two-day inputs fair in Yola continues Tuesday 6th June and in Gombi on 7th June 2023.

The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) is an award-winning, research-for-development (R4D) organisation providing solutions to hunger, poverty, and the degradation of natural resources in Africa since 1967.

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Politics

Unmasking The Illiteracy And Hate Of Faceless Stakeholders In Yola North

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In the aftermath of the 2023 governorship election in Adamawa State, a group of faceless stakeholders have emerged, driven by illiteracy and animosity, on a mission to undermine the efforts of the committed and experienced Secretary to the Adamawa State Government (SSG). These self-proclaimed stakeholders, by flagrantly violating the orders given by Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri to engage their constituents for political appointments, are exposing their true intentions while playing a manipulative game of ‘reverse psychology’.

The recent allegations leveled against the Chairman of PDP Yola-North, Abdullahi Sarki (Audu Kacisa), claiming that he secretly visited critical stakeholders in an attempt to influence the selection process for the best eleven (11) political appointees, are baseless and a desperate ploy by these naysayers. Their accusations hold no merit and only serve to highlight their own incompetence and lack of substantiation for their supposed commitment during the election.

Furthermore, the claim that the stakeholders visited by the Chairman have unanimously refused to comply with the request is nothing more than a display of symptoms resembling a new strain of bipolar disease. These so-called stakeholders, who lack the courage to prove their commitment and support, are resorting to baseless allegations in an attempt to tarnish the reputation of those genuinely dedicated to the progress of Adamawa State.

The assertion that the Chairman’s actions were influenced by the former Secretary to the Adamawa State Government, Mallam Bashir Ahmed, is the pinnacle of irresponsibility exhibited by these pretenders who worked against the victory of the PDP in the last election. While true patriots are eagerly seeking collaboration for the betterment of the state, these nattering nitwits continue to throw tantrums and impede progress.

It is important to note that SSG Bashir Ahmad, through his unwavering determination and strategic political calculations, demonstrated his competence without the support of these detractors. While they were engaged in trivial pursuits, he successfully navigated the political landscape, leaving them in the dust. As the reality of their own ineptitude and irrelevance unfolds, they are quickly fading away like flies.

It is crucial for the good people of Adamawa State to recognize these faceless stakeholders for what they truly are: ill-informed individuals driven by ignorance, illiteracy, and a deep-seated hatred for progress. Their attempts to discredit the Governor and his administration, as well as the dedicated individuals who have been instrumental in the state’s success, should not be taken seriously. Instead, the focus should remain on building a united front and fostering collaborations that will lead to the development and prosperity of Adamawa State.

In conclusion, let us not be swayed by the manipulations of these faceless stakeholders who seek to undermine the progress made in Adamawa State. Their illiteracy and hate are evident, and their actions serve only to hinder the collective efforts of those genuinely committed to the state’s growth. It is time to rise above their petty games and work together towards a brighter future for Adamawa State.

By Concerned Citizens of Yola North

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