By Babangida Galleon Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri of Adamawa State has urged newly elected local government chairmen in the state to prioritize security, development, and the welfare of their people. He made the call when the chairmen paid him a courtesy visit at the Government House, Yola . Governor Fintiri said local governments remain key […]
By Ya’u Waziri The Gombe State Urban Planning and Development Authority (GOSUPDA) has reiterated its commitment to demolishing unauthorized buildings and structures within the metropolis. The Executive Chairman of the agency, Bappayo Samanja, disclosed this to journalists shortly after a demolition exercise targeting illegal structures along Ojir Quarters to the Old Mile Three […]
By Gloria Abutu Albinism is a non-contagious genetic condition characterized by a lack of melanin, which makes affected persons vulnerable to visual impairment and skin cancer. As the world marks the 2026 International Albinism Awareness Day, the Albinism Association of Nigeria, Adamawa State Chapter, has called for improved healthcare services and greater inclusion […]
By Innocent Onoh Stakeholders in nation’s maritime, environmental and research sectors have called for the urgent introduction and entrenchment of ocean literacy at all levels of society as a critical step towards achieving sustainable management of ocean resources, reducing marine pollution, and unlocking the full potential of the Blue Economy for national development. […]
By: Aisha Mohammed Climate change-induced conditions such as droughts, floods and extreme weather events continue to threaten access to safe water, sanitation and hygiene services, exposing millions of people, particularly children to preventable diseases. To address these challenges, stakeholders in the Adamawa State Rural Water Supply and Sanitation Agency, RUWASSA, UNICEF and the […]
By Cletus Nyashanko The Supreme Leader of the Mumuye Nation and former Governor of Taraba State, Reverend Jolly Nyame, has called on Mumuye sons and daughters to remain obedient to constituted authorities in order to promote unity and accelerate development. Reverend Nyame made the call during the maiden edition of the Mumuye Stakeholders […]
By: Umar Aliyu North East Development Commission, NEDC, has distributed food items to associations in Adamawa State as part of efforts to alleviate economic hardship and support vulnerable groups in conflict-affected communities. The Adamawa State Coordinator of the Commission, Khalifa Lawal, during the distribution exercise held in Yola, said the distribution was intended […]
By Fidelis Jockthan Teachers in Adamawa State on Tuesday joined their counterparts across Nigeria in a nationwide protest against the rising tide of school abductions, condemning the recent kidnapping of teachers and students in Oyo State, who remain in captivity. The peaceful demonstration, which was joined by members of organized labor, saw protesters […]
By Fidelis Jockthan A thanksgiving service commemorating the 60th birthday of retired Director of News, Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria (FRCN), Husseina Akila, has been held with a call on Nigerians to deploy their talents, time, and resources to the service of God and humanity. The call was made by Reverend Habila Dauda […]
By Ya’u Waziri The Emir of Gombe, Abubakar Shehu Abubakar the Third, has commended Governor Inuwa Yahaya for what he described as seven years of impactful governance and unprecedented development across the State. The commendation came during the traditional Sallah homage paid by the Emir and members of the Gombe Emirate Council to […]