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All Progressives Congress, APC, in Gombe State has declared Dr. Jamilu  Gwamna as the winner of the party’s governorship primary election ahead of the 2027 general elections. Announcing the results at the APC State Secretariat in Gombe, Chairman of the Governorship Primary Election Committee, Senator Sani Danladi, said Dr. Gwamna emerged victorious after polling two hundred and forty-seven thousand, one hundred and sixty-one votes. His closest rivals, former Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Professor Isa Ali Ibrahim Pantami, secured twelve thousand, one hundred and twenty votes, while former Minister of Transportation, Senator Said Ahmed Alkali, polled eleven thousand, six hundred and twelve votes. Senator Danladi described the exercise as peaceful, transparent, and in compliance with party guidelines as well as the provisions of the Electoral Act. He also commended party members across the eleven local government areas of the state for their orderly conduct and impr...

  DAga Alhassan Haladu Yola. Rundunan tsaro Bada kariya ga fararen hula a Najeriya Civil Defence Shiyar Jahar Adamawa ta lashi takwabin ganin ta inganta tsaro a lokacin bukukuwar Babban Sallar wannan shekara ta 2026 a dukkanin kananan hukumomi 21 dake fadin Jahar Adamawa. Jami in hulda da jama a na rundunan a jahar Adamawa DSC Amidu Nyako Baba ne ya baiyana haka a zantawarsa da manema labarai a Yola. DSC Amidu Nyako Baba  yace Rundunan ta Civil Defence karkashin jagorancin kwamanda Idris D Bande tunin ta tura jami anta 1352 domin tabbatar da Bada tsaro a dukkanin inda za a gudanar da Sallar Idi dama wuraren bukukuwar sallar a fadin jahar ta Adamawa. DSC Nyako Baba yace Rundunan ta dauki dukkanin matakai da suka dace domin ganin ba a Samu matsalaba a lokacin bikin Babbar Sallar tare da shawartan Al umma da su kasance masu taimakawa Rundunan da wasu bayanain sirri, Wanda zai baiwa rundunan damar dakile duk wata barazana da zai iya kawo matsala a lokacin bukukuwar sallar. Amidu N...

By Alhassan Haladu Yola. The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Adamawa State Command, has intensified efforts to strengthen security during the 2026 Eid-el-Kabir celebrations across the 21 local government areas of the state. The Public Relations Officer of the Corps in Adamawa State, DSC Amidu Nyako Baba, disclosed this while speaking with journalists in Yola. DSC Amidu Nyako Baba stated that the NSCDC, under the leadership of Commandant Idris D. Bande, has deployed 1,352 personnel to ensure adequate security at Eid prayer grounds and celebration venues across Adamawa State. According to him, the Corps has put all necessary measures in place to prevent any security breach during the festivities. He advised members of the public to cooperate with security agencies by providing useful intelligence that could help avert threats capable of disrupting the celebrations. Amidu Nyako further assured residents that the Corps remains fully prepared to protect lives and property, as well...

By Alhassan Haladu Yola. No fewer than one hundred and eight political groups in Gombe State have defected to the All Progressives Congress, APC, and declared support for the governorship ambition of Dr. Jamilu Gwamna ahead of the 2027 elections. The groups, operating under the umbrella of the Gombe State Alliance for Good Governance, announced their decision during a meeting attended by party stakeholders and supporters. Speaking on behalf of the alliance, former member of the Gombe State House of Assembly,  Usman Fada, said the decision to join the APC was based on the party’s performance in the state and what he described as Dr. Gwamna’s leadership capacity and vision for Gombe State. Honorable Fada stated that the alliance would begin intensive mobilization and grassroots campaigns to ensure victory for the APC in the 2027 general elections. The event was witnessed by the Deputy Chairman of the APC in Gombe State, Alhaji Baba Abuja, who called on party members to remain united ...

By Ya'u Waziri Gombe. 20th May, 2026  No fewer than one hundred and eight political groups in Gombe State have defected to the All Progressives Congress, APC, and declared support for the governorship ambition of Dr. Jamilu Gwamna ahead of the 2027 elections. The groups, operating under the umbrella of the Gombe State Alliance for Good Governance, announced their decision during a meeting attended by party stakeholders and supporters. Speaking on behalf of the alliance, former member of the Gombe State House of Assembly,  Usman Fada, said the decision to join the APC was based on the party’s performance in the state and what he described as Dr. Gwamna’s leadership capacity and vision for Gombe State. Honorable Fada stated that the alliance would begin intensive mobilization and grassroots campaigns to ensure victory for the APC in the 2027 general elections. The event was witnessed by the Deputy Chairman of the APC in Gombe State, Alhaji Baba Abuja, who called on party members...

By Alhassan Haladu Yola.  Assistant Inspector General of Police in charge of Zone 3 Headquarters, Yola, AIG Akinwale Kunle Adeniran,  has charged officers and men under the Zone to uphold the highest standards of discipline, punctuality, effective supervision, professionalism, physical fitness, and respect for fundamental human rights in the discharge of their constitutional duties. The AIG gave the charge during a lecture session held for officers and men of the Zone, where he emphasized the importance of discipline, dedication, and commitment to duty as essential ingredients for effective policing and improved public confidence in the Nigeria Police Force. Zone 3 Police Public Relation Officer Zone 3 Yola SP Aminu Umar Bashir Stated this in a statement made available to Newsmen in Yola. Speaking during the lecture, the AIG stressed the need for officers to be punctual and regular at duty posts, noting that lateness, negligence, and absenteeism weaken operational effectivenes...

 The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Gombe State has officially announced the winners of its 2026 senatorial primary elections following the conclusion of the party’s direct primary exercise held across the state on Monday. The announcement was made during a press briefing held at the Press Centre in Gombe by the Chairman of the APC Gombe State Primary Election Committee, Mallam Labiru  Kafur. Addressing journalists, party stakeholders, and supporters, Kafur described the exercise as peaceful, transparent, and highly successful, noting that the primaries were conducted in strict compliance with the directives of the party’s National Working Committee (NWC). According to him, the direct primary system enabled grassroots party members to participate actively in the democratic process across all eleven local government areas of the state. He further disclosed that official declarations of results were made by designated Returning Officers at the respective zonal collation cent...

Daga Alhassan Haladu Yola. A yayinda aka fuskanci bikin Babban Sallar laiyya na shekara ta 2027, Hukumar kare haddura ta kasa tace ta kimtsa tsaf wajen daukan dukkanin matakai da suka dace domin ganin ba a Samu hadduraba a kafin, lokaci, dama bayan bukuwar Babbar Sallar. Sector kwammandan Hukumar ta FRSC  a jahar Adamawa Ibrahim Abubakar Sadiq ne ya baiyana haka a zantawarsa da manema labarai a Yola. Sector Kwamanda Ibrahim Abubakar Sadiq yace sun dauki dukkanin matakai da suka dace domin tabbatar da ganin an kammala bukukuwar sallar lafiya, na tare da an Samu hadari ko asaran rayukaba. Ibrahim Abubakar Sadiq ya Kara da cewa Hukumar tunin ta rarraba jami anta a dukkanin inda ake Samu cunkoson ababen hawa wadanda ke wurare daban daban dake fadin jahar, a Wani mataki na rage yawan cunkoson ababen a sassa daban daban dake fadin jahar. Kwamanda Ibrahim Sadiq ya Kuma baiyana cewa Hukumar ta shirya  tsaf domin tunkaran bukukuwar sallar domin tabbatar da ganin an kula da lafiyar Al u...

By Alhassan Haladu Yola. As preparations intensify for the 2027 Eid-el-Kabir celebrations, the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has announced that it has concluded all necessary arrangements to ensure a hitch-free festive period without road crashes before, during, and after the celebrations. The Adamawa State Sector Commander of the FRSC, Ibrahim Abubakar Sadiq, disclosed this while speaking with journalists in Yola. According to the Sector Commander, the corps has put in place adequate measures to guarantee peaceful Sallah celebrations devoid of accidents and loss of lives. He explained that FRSC personnel have already been deployed to various traffic-prone areas across the state to ease congestion and ensure free flow of traffic. He noted that the command has also intensified public enlightenment campaigns at mosques, motor parks, and other public places to educate road users on safety measures, stressing that the initiative would help reduce road crashes in Adamawa State and across...

By Alhassan Haladu Yola. The Assistant Inspector General of Police in charge of Zone 3 Headquarters, Yola, *AIG Akinwale Kunle Adeniran,  on Saturday 16th May, 2026, attended and delivered a lecture at the Gabriel Adiku Annual Lecture 2026 on the *theme: “Citizens’ Rights and Leadership Accountability,”* accredited by the Nigerian Bar Association. Zone 3 Yola Police Public Relation Officer SP Aminu Umar Bashir discloused this in a statement made available to Newsmen in yola. The AIG was warmly received by distinguished Senior Advocates of Nigeria (SANs), legal practitioners, and the host, Barrister Gabriel Adiku, alongside other notable dignitaries who graced the occasion. In his lecture, AIG Akinwale emphasized the importance of protecting the rights of citizens and ensuring that police officers strictly adhere to their constitutional responsibilities. He stressed that officers must respect the rule of law at all times, treat citizens with dignity, fairness, and professionalism, w...

By Alhassan Haladu Yola. Those sworn  followed confirmation by the state assembly after their appointment by Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri. The governor, represented by his deputy Professor Kaletapwa George Farauta, urged the new administrators to ensure policies of the present administration is extended to the rural areas "You must carry people along in whatever you are doing, because Adamawa is one big family. "From today you are on evaluation and after 90 days assement would be conducted on you. " Go and ensure you carry out reconciliation in your respected area (if any), to ensure everyone is carried on board on fresh air government" she added. She cautioned them againt considering their position as council chairmen. "You are not chairmen of your respected LGAs. Those sworn include Idris Usman, Mayo Ine, Gumniba Billaba, Guyuk West, Prince Ginka Pondiwe, Guyuk South, Christopher Maxwell, Guyuk Central. Others include Desmond Minakaro, Gyawana, Mohammed Musa...

The direct primaries of the All Progressives Congress for the House of Representatives were conducted peacefully and harmoniously across Gombe State. Correspondents of Radio Nigeria who monitored the exercise in some ward election centres observed that voting commenced smoothly, with card-carrying party members queuing in an orderly manner without any rancour. At Jekadafari Ward, the Governor of Gombe State, Inuwa Yahaya, joined other party members on the queue and cast his vote peacefully. Speaking to newsmen shortly after voting, Governor Inuwa Yahaya expressed satisfaction with the conduct of the exercise and commended party members for their orderly behaviour. The governor also appreciated the turnout of voters and confirmed that the elections were conducted peacefully across the eleven local government areas of the state. Announcing the result for Jekadafari Ward, the Presiding Officer, Yahaya Ibrahim, declared Sadam Bello winner of the APC primary election for the Gombe/Kwami/Fun...

By Alhassan Haladu Yola. The Adamawa State Police Command has on the 18/5/2026 officially inaugurated the Violent Crime Response Unit (VCRU), a specialized intelligence-driven tactical Unit established to combat emerging security threats and strengthen public safety across the State. The Unit was established in compliance with the directives of the Inspector-General of Police, 𝐈𝐆𝐏 𝐎𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐣𝐢 𝐑𝐢𝐥𝐰𝐚𝐧 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐮,  and the ongoing reforms of the Nigeria Police Force aimed at promoting professionalism, accountability, and community-oriented policing. Police Public Relation Officer Adamawan state Command SP Suleiman Yahaya Nguroje Stated this in a statement made available to Newsmen in Yola. Commissioner of Police, Adamawa State Command, 𝐂𝐏 𝐊𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐫 𝐔𝐦𝐚𝐫 𝐇𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐚𝐧, constituted a screening and profiling Committee under the leadership of the Deputy Commissioner of Police in charge of Administrarion Dcp John D Sendere, to carefully identify and select competent, disc...

By Alhassan Haladu Yola. The Assistant Inspector General of Police in charge of Zone 3 Headquarters, Yola, AIG Akinwale Kunle Adeniran, on Thursday received members of the Nigerian Hotel Association, Adamawa State on a courtesy and strategic security engagement visit at the Zone 3 Police Headquarters, Yola. Zone 3 Yola Police Public Relation Officer SP Aminu Umar Bashir discloused this in a statement made available to Newsmen in Yola. The delegation was led by the Chairman of the Association,  HRH Samuel Adamu Duchi, alongside members of his executive council and other key stakeholders within the hospitality sector across the State. Speaking during the engagement, the Chairman expressed profound appreciation to the Assistant Inspector General of Police and personnel of the Nigeria Police Force for their professionalism, operational resilience, and sustained crime prevention strategies geared towards maintaining peace, public safety, and law enforcement within Adamawa State and the ...

Daga Alhassan Haladu Yola. Duban magoya bayan dan takaran kujerar majalisar Tarayya a mazabar Guyuk da Shelleng Hon Monday Simon ya kai ziyarar neman albarka da addu'ar samun Nasara daga sarkunan Shelleng da Guyuk Yayin da tawagar ta isa garin Shelleng, magoya bayan jam’iyyar da mazauna yankin sun tarbe shi da kaɗe-kaɗe da raye-raye  tare da bayyana aniyarsu ta mara masa baya domin samun nasara a zaɓe zai zuwa. Dan takarar kujerar majalisar Tarayya a mazabar Guyuk da Shelleng, ya gabatar da fom ɗin tsayawa takararsa tare da neman albarka da addu’o’in samun nasara a zaɓe mai zuwa. Hakazalika, tawagar tasa ta wuce zuwa Guyuk, inda ya kai ziyara fadar Kwandi Nunguraya Kurhaye, Dishong Dan Sanda na Biyu, domin gabatar da fom ɗinsa da kuma neman goyon baya. Da yake jawabi yayin rangadin, Monday Simon ya yi alƙawarin samar da wakilci nagari mai adalci, shugabanci na kusa da jama’a, da kuma buɗaɗɗiyar gwamnati idan aka zaɓe shi ya wakilci mazabar Guyuk da Shelleng a Majalisar Tarayya. Mon...

By Alhassan Haladu Yola. Governor Fintiri said, “The changes are designed to harness fresh energy for the government’s final lap, bring new insights, and give commissioners a broader, more rounded experience of government.” Chief press secretary to the Governor Fintiri Humwashi Wonosikou discloused this in a statement made available to Newsmen in Yola. Two commissioners swapped portfolios. Sali Idris moves from the Ministry of Livestock to the Ministry of Agriculture, while Prof. David Jatau takes over the Ministry of Livestock from Agriculture. Muhammad Chubado, former Commissioner for Energy Development, is now Commissioner for Health and Human Services. In the interim, the Commissioner for Special Duties, Usman Lamurde, will oversee the Ministry of Livestock pending the return of Prof. Jatau, who is on sick leave. The Governor has also assigned the newly appointed Commissioner, Leader Leneke, to take charge of the Ministry of Information and Strategy following the resignation of Jam...

Gombe State Governor Inuwa Yahaya has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to ensuring a level-playing field for all political parties and individuals to freely express their choices and attain political positions through democratic processes. The Governor made this known during a live statewide broadcast to the people of Gombe State on the current political situation, particularly the forthcoming primary elections across political parties. Governor Inuwa Yahaya stated that the issue of party primaries is of utmost importance because of its implications for democracy, internal stability, and social cohesion. According to him, a few weeks ago, with the support of the All Progressives Congress Elders Committee and the State Executive Committee, efforts were made to adopt a consensus arrangement for various elective offices.  However, complete consensus could not be achieved due to disagreements from some aspirants. He further explained that, in the absence of unanimous acceptan...

By Alhassan Haladu Yola. The people of Jera Bonyo Ward have commended Engineer Ahmad Salihijo for his numerous contributions toward the development and welfare of the community. Residents made the commendation while speaking with journalists, describing Ahmad Salihijo as a compassionate and dedicated individual committed to supporting the people, particularly women and youths.  They also expressed their readiness to support him for the continued progress of the area. A former councilor and aspirant seeking to contest again for the councilorship position, Mallam Mustafa Shehu, disclosed that Ahmad Salihijo donated more than twenty solar-powered street lights to Jera Boyo Ward. According to him, Ahmad Salihijo personally supervised the installation of the lights at various strategic locations, including markets, mosques, churches, schools, and other important places within the community. Mallam Mustafa Shehu noted that the gesture deserves appreciation, adding that the people of Jera...

BY Alhassan Haladu Yola. The Adamawa State Government, in collaboration with the State Ministry of Agriculture, has organized an induction training for 249 newly recruited agricultural officers as part of efforts to boost agricultural activities and ensure food security in the state. Speaking during the induction training held in Yola, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Agriculture, Mrs. Heidi Edgar Sunday, disclosed that 141 officers were recruited into the core ministry, 95 into the Adamawa State Agricultural Development Programme (ADADP), and 13 into the Adamawa Agricultural Mechanisation Authority. She explained that the recruitment and training exercise represent a major investment in human capital development and a strategic move toward strengthening agricultural activities across the state. According to her, the training is designed to transform the newly recruited workers into effective field officers by exposing them to various aspects of agriculture and the operations...

By Alhassan Haladu Yola. The Adamawa State Police Command has recorded a major breakthrough in its sustained effort to combat crime and criminality across the State, with the arrest of seventy three (73) suspects during a coordinated joint security operation in Mubi and its environs. Police Public Relation Officer Adamawa state Command SP Sueliman Yahaya Nguroje discloused this in a statement made available to Newsmen in Yola. The operation, carried out in collaboration with sister security agencies, was a direct response to concerns raised by members of the communities, supported by credible intelligence over the activities of suspected criminals operating within identified black spots and hideouts in the areas. Acting on this information, security operatives stormed identified black spots and hideouts and successfully dislodged criminal elements and restored public confidence. The suspects arrested are believed to be involved in offences ranging from , drug-related crimes, House to H...

By Alhassan Haladu Yola. The public has been urged to give full support to the House of Representatives candidate for Yola South, Yola North, and Girei Federal Constituency, Engineer Ahmad Salihijo, to ensure his victory in the 2027 general elections. Abubakar Abbajo made the call while speaking with journalists in Yola, stating that Engineer Salihijo deserves strong backing due to his intelligence and clear vision for driving development across the constituency. Alhaji Abbajo described Salihijo as a committed and community-focused individual who has consistently supported youths and women through empowerment initiatives, equipping them with skills and opportunities for self-reliance. He further emphasized that Salihijo has contributed significantly to improving the lives of young people and women, stressing the need for sustained support to guarantee his success at the polls. Abbajo also called on key stakeholders of the APC to unite and work collectively toward securing victory for t...

By Alhassan Haladu Yola. NSCDC Adamawa State Command, has recorded a major operational success following a targeted raid conducted in Mubi and its surrounding areas. This operation was conducted in direct and prompt fulfillment of the Executive Security Directive of His Excellency, the Executive Governor of Adamawa State, Rt. Hon. Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, who mandated an immediate and comprehensive raid on all identified black spots within Mubi metropolis and its surrounding environs.  Adamawa state Command Public Relation Officer DSC Amidu Nyako Baba states this in a statement made available to Newsmen in Yola. The directive, characterised by its boldness and proactive foresight, reflects His Excellency's unyielding determination to rid Adamawa State of criminal elements and guarantee the safety and wellbeing of all residents. Acting swiftly and decisively on this mandate, the State Commandant, Comdt Idris Dahiru Bande, immediately mobilised and deployed a team of specially trained o...

By Alhassan Haladu Yola. The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Yola North Local Government Area has officially sworn in its party executives who will steer the affairs of the party for the next four years, from the ward level up to the local government level. The swearing-in ceremony took place at City Green Hotel in Jimeta, Yola North Local Government Area of Adamawa State. In his welcome address, the APC Chairman of Yola North, Alhaji Abdullahi Wali, expressed appreciation to attendees for honoring the event and commended the smooth and peaceful conduct of the program. He assured party members and the general public that the APC would do everything within its capacity to secure victory in the 2027 general elections, expressing confidence that the party would win across all levels by the grace of God. Alhaji Abdullahi Wali also called on the newly sworn-in executives, from ward to local government level, to remain committed and dedicated to their responsibilities in order to advance ...

By Alhassan Haladu Yola. Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State has announced a formal defection from the Peoples Democratic Party to the Allied Peoples’ Movement APM, citing prolonged instability and unsuccessful efforts to restore unity within the party structure. Announcing the defection at Government House Bauchi, Bala Mohammed said the decision followed extensive consultations and reflects a responsible step to provide Bauchi citizens with a viable political alternative amid what he described as an unusual and challenging situation. The governor emphasized that joining the Allied Peoples’ Movement at the state level aims to secure electoral victory while safeguarding the interests of his supporters and maintaining continuity in governance. He also explained that members of the State Executive Council have resigned, with plans underway for online membership registration across wards and local governments, describing the move as strategic rather than retreat. Receiving the Governor,...

By Alhassan Haladu Yola. TheNon-Academic Staff Union of Universities (NASU) and the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) have embarked on an indefinite strike following the Federal government failure to conclude the renegotiation of the 2009 agreement and other demands. The unions said the decision was taken after several rounds of discussions with government officials ended without any concrete resolution.  They noted that despite sustained engagement and dialogue, no meaningful progress was achieved, leaving them with no option but to proceed with the industrial action. Speaking to journalists in Yola, the Chairperson of NASU at Modibbo Adama University, Comrade Sadiya Mustafa, stated that the strike would continue until the government addresses their long-standing demands. She emphasized that union members are workers like any other and deserve fair treatment, adding that the prolonged delay in meeting their demands prompted the strike as a last resort.

By Bamanga Abdullahi The Chief Imam of the Police Barracks Juma’at Mosque in Yola, CSP Ahmad Suleiman, has called on Muslim Ummah to uphold true Islamic teachings and good morals to promote peace and development. Speaking to Radio Nigeria Yola , Imam Suleiman said the purpose of human creation is to worship Allah, and should therefore abide by the teachings of the Holy Qur’an and the traditions of the Prophet, Peace Be Upon Him. He urged Muslims to live peacefully with all people, regardless of faith, stressing that bandits, kidnappers, and insurgents do not represent Islam but reflect their own criminal intentions. He said Islam protects the rights of all people, including non-religious and traditional believers. The cleric noted that kindness to parents and maintaining family and social ties enhance life in this world and the Hereafter. He described Islam as a religion of peace and urged believers to speak the truth or remain silent. Imam Suleiman said a true Muslim does not harm oth...

By Alhassan Haladu Yola. TheNon-Academic Staff Union of Universities (NASU) and the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) have embarked on an indefinite strike following the Federal Government’s failure to implement agreements reached since 2009. The unions said the decision was taken after several rounds of discussions with government officials ended without any concrete resolution.  They noted that despite sustained engagement and dialogue, no meaningful progress was achieved, leaving them with no option but to proceed with the industrial action. Speaking to journalists in Yola, the Chairperson of NASU at Modibbo Adama University, Comrade Sadiya Mustafa, stated that the strike would continue until the government addresses their long-standing demands. She emphasized that union members are workers like any other and deserve fair treatment, adding that the prolonged delay in meeting their demands prompted the strike as a last resort.