2027: Ahmed Galadima Wins Adamawa APC Ticket
Ahmed Galadima has been declared the winner of the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship primary in Adamawa State for the 2027 election....
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Adamawa State, the “Land of Beauty,” is a geographically diverse state in North-Eastern Nigeria. It is rich in agricultural heritage and is a significant political center in the North. Naija News brings you the latest from Yola and beyond, covering everything from governance to community updates.
Quick Facts & Profile
| Category | Details |
| Current Governor | Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri (PDP) |
| Capital | Yola |
| Founded | August 27, 1991 |
| Slogan | Land of Beauty, Sunshine and Hospitality |
| Geopolitical Zone | North East |
| Area | 36,917 km² |
| Population | ~4.9 Million+ (Estimated) |
| ISO Code | NG-AD |
Geography and Borders
Adamawa is located in the North-East zone. It shares borders with Borno State to the northwest, Gombe State to the west, and Taraba State to the southwest. Its eastern border forms part of Nigeria’s international boundary with the Republic of Cameroon.
Governance: From 1991 to Date
Formerly part of Gongola State, Adamawa has seen a transition of power through several key figures:
- Abubakar Salihu (1991–1992): Military Administrator during the state’s creation.
- Saleh Michika (1992–1993): First Civilian Governor.
- Boni Haruna (1999–2007): Led the state during the return to democracy.
- Murtala Nyako (2007–2014): Known for agricultural initiatives.
- Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri (2019–Present): Currently leading the state’s urban renewal and security efforts.
Education and Landmarks
The state hosts the Modibbo Adama University (MAU), Yola, and the prestigious American University of Nigeria (AUN). Its most famous natural landmark is the Mandara Mountains, which offer breathtaking views along the border regions.
Fintiri Picks Time To Reveal Annointed Successor As Adamawa Governor
The incumbent Governor of Adamawa State, Ahmadu Fintiri, has maintained that he reserves the right to anoint his successor to take over...
ADC Crisis Deepens As Court Nullifies State, LG Congresses
A State High Court sitting in Yola has nullified the Local Government and State Congresses conducted by the African Democratic Congress (ADC)...
Two Adamawa State Commissioners Resign
The Adamawa State Government has announced the resignation of two members of its cabinet, with their exit taking immediate effect. The affected...
Adamawa Killings: Senate Orders Probe, Directs NEMA To Aid Displaced
The Senate on Wednesday (today) resolved to investigate renewed violent attacks in Lamurde Local Government Area of Adamawa State, following reports of...
Soldiers, CJTF Foil Boko Haram Attack In Adamawa Village
Troops of the Nigerian Army have repelled an attack by suspected Boko Haram fighters on Tella Bala village in Gombi Local Government...
Crisis Deepens In ADC As Binani Allies Dump Party In Adamawa
Fresh cracks have emerged within the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Adamawa State, as a bloc loyal to Aishatu Dahiru Ahmed Binani...
APC Governorship Aspirant Dumps Party
A governorship aspirant in Adamawa State,Maurice Vunobolki, has resigned from the All Progressives Congress, citing a lack of transparency, fairness, and internal...
‘Respect Court Verdict’ – Binani Condemns Adamawa ADC Congresses
A governorship aspirant of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Adamawa State, Senator Aishatu Ahmed Binani, has condemned the conduct of the...
ADC Crisis Deepens As Court Stops Congresses In Adamawa
A High Court sitting in Adamawa State has ordered the suspension of the planned congresses of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in...
Troops Arrest Boko Haram, ISWAP Informant In Adamawa
Troops of the Joint Task Force, Operation HADIN KAI, in collaboration with civilian hunters and members of the Vigilante Group of Nigeria,...
Troops Kill ISWAP Commander During Failed Attack In Adamawa
Troops of the Nigerian Army have reportedly neutralised a top commander of the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP), identified as Abou...
Adamawa Assembly Confirms Three Commissioner-Nominees After Atiku’s Son Resigns
The Adamawa State House of Assembly on Monday screened and confirmed three commissioner-nominees forwarded to it by the state governor, Ahmadu Umaru...
Adamawa Governor Declares Curfew In Lamurde Over Deadly Communal Clash
The Governor of Adamawa State, Ahmadu Fintiri, has imposed a 24-hour curfew on Lamurde Local Government Area following renewed violence linked to...
Fintiri Nominates Three Commissioners To Replace Atiku’s Son, Others
Governor Ahmadu Fintiri has submitted three names to the Adamawa State House of Assembly for appointment as commissioners, days after the resignation...
Atiku’s Son Resigns As Commissioner After Gov. Fintiri’s Defection To APC
The first son of former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, Adamu, has resigned from his position as Commissioner for Works and Energy Development...
Why Atiku’s Son Refused To Dump PDP For APC In Adamawa
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar’s son, Adamu Atiku, has declined to join Adamawa State Governor Ahmadu Fintiri in defecting to the All...
Adamawa PDP Chairman, State Exco, 21 LGA Leaders Resign
The Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Adamawa State, Hamza Bello Madagali, has resigned his membership of the party alongside...
I Am Deeply Moved – Atiku Reacts To Massacre In Adamawa State
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has condemned the recent killing of 20 people in Adamawa State. Speaking on Friday via a statement...
Suspected Boko Haram Fighters Attack Sheweri, Kirchinga
Suspected Boko Haram terrorists have launched a fresh offensive in Madagali Local Government Area of Adamawa State, reportedly overrunning the towns of...
