Politics
Namdas Declares Governorship Bid, Promises Rural Development
Namdas Declares Governorship Bid, Promises Rural Development
A former spokesperson for the House of Representatives, Abdulrazak Saad Namdas, has formally declared his intention to contest for the governorship seat of Adamawa State. He will be seeking the ticket of the All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the 2027 election.
The declaration took place at a colourful ceremony held at the Yobi Centre in Yola, drawing a mammoth crowd of supporters and party faithful .
In his address, Dr Namdas stated that his decision was borne out of a desire to consolidate the gains recorded by the incumbent governor, Ahmadu Fintiri, when elected. He emphasized that he consulted widely before making his intention known to the people.
Dr. Namdas flanked by Stakeholders
Laying out his blueprint, the former North-East representative on the board of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) identified rural development as his topmost priority. He argued that this is the only way to check the persistent rural-urban drift.
Chief Namdas who holds the traditional title of Gangwi Ganye, also pledged that education and healthcare would be taken seriously. He promised to provide state-of-the-art facilities at both primary and secondary health centres, while the education sector would be energized through the provision of instructional materials and modern structures.
Party Supporters
The former press secretary to then-Governor Boni Haruna declared that, if elected, he would work closely with women and youths on this project.
On the electoral process, Dr Namdas maintained that a free and fair primary is key. He called on the party leadership to be faithful to their words by ensuring a level playing field for all aspirants. He also announced that his campaign team would soon embark on tours of local government areas to inform residents about his aspiration.
Women Groups
Speaking at the event, the Chairman of the Steering Committee for Namdas for Governor 2027, Abdulrahman Shuaibu, told the crowd that Namdas “means business—the business of governance and development.” Citing his track record, Shuaibu noted that while a federal lawmaker, Namdas was instrumental to the construction of the Mayobelwa, Jada, Ganye, and Toungo federal road. “His records speak volumes,” Shuaibu added.
Abdulrahman Shuaibu
Chairman Steering Committee
This marks the second time Namdas is aspiring to contest the governorship seat, having previously run in 2023.
Various speakers in their goodwill messages expressed confidence in Namdas’ ability to deliver the goods, citing his vast experience in politics and public life. They called on APC members in Adamawa State to vote for Namdas in the forthcoming party primary election to determine the party’s flagbearer for the 2027 governorship election.
Farouk Mohammed
Chairman Ganye LGC
Adamawa Assembly Moves to Repeal College of Education Hong Law
BREAKING NEWS: Bridge Collapse Cuts Off Maiha-Mubi Road, Community Stranded
Adamawa Govt Pledges Stronger Media Partnership Ahead of 2027 Elections
Governor Fintiri Pardons Nine Inmates, Commutes Death Sentence to Mark Nigeria’s 66th Independence Anniversary In commemoration of Nigeria’s 66th Independence Day celebration, Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri of Adamawa State has granted pardons to nine inmates serving various terms in correctional facilities across the state. A statement issued by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Humwashi Wonosikou, said the Governor ordered the immediate release of the pardoned inmates, noting that all legal formalities had been concluded with the Nigerian Correctional Service. “The Governor acted on the advice of the Advisory Committee on the Prerogative of Mercy and in exercise of the powers conferred on him by Section 212(1)(d) of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (as amended),” the statement said. According to the statement, those granted pardon and discharged include Abubakar Dajo, who was serving at the Maximum Security Custodial Centre, Jos; Zabadi Ayuba and Salvation Nyamso, both serving at the Numan Custodial Centre. Others are Amir Idris, Mohammed Saidu, Yaro Sambo, Buhari Salisu, Urube Samuel and Bamaiyi Amos, who were discharged from the Jimeta, Ganye, Guyuk, Yola Old and Kojoli Custodial Centres, respectively. In addition to the pardons, Governor Fintiri approved the commutation of the death sentence imposed on one inmate, Saidu Abdullahi of the Yola Old Custodial Centre, to life imprisonment. The Governor’s action, the statement noted, was in the spirit of the Independence anniversary and reflects the government’s commitment to mercy, justice and the rehabilitation of offenders. The pardons and commutation take immediate effect, the statement added.
Binani Campaign Organization Condemns Babachir Lawal’s “Indecent” Utterances, Calls for Party Discipline
Adamawa Assembly Moves to Repeal College of Education Hong Law
BREAKING NEWS: Bridge Collapse Cuts Off Maiha-Mubi Road, Community Stranded
Adamawa Govt Pledges Stronger Media Partnership Ahead of 2027 Elections
Governor Fintiri Pardons Nine Inmates, Commutes Death Sentence to Mark Nigeria’s 66th Independence Anniversary In commemoration of Nigeria’s 66th Independence Day celebration, Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri of Adamawa State has granted pardons to nine inmates serving various terms in correctional facilities across the state. A statement issued by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Humwashi Wonosikou, said the Governor ordered the immediate release of the pardoned inmates, noting that all legal formalities had been concluded with the Nigerian Correctional Service. “The Governor acted on the advice of the Advisory Committee on the Prerogative of Mercy and in exercise of the powers conferred on him by Section 212(1)(d) of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (as amended),” the statement said. According to the statement, those granted pardon and discharged include Abubakar Dajo, who was serving at the Maximum Security Custodial Centre, Jos; Zabadi Ayuba and Salvation Nyamso, both serving at the Numan Custodial Centre. Others are Amir Idris, Mohammed Saidu, Yaro Sambo, Buhari Salisu, Urube Samuel and Bamaiyi Amos, who were discharged from the Jimeta, Ganye, Guyuk, Yola Old and Kojoli Custodial Centres, respectively. In addition to the pardons, Governor Fintiri approved the commutation of the death sentence imposed on one inmate, Saidu Abdullahi of the Yola Old Custodial Centre, to life imprisonment. The Governor’s action, the statement noted, was in the spirit of the Independence anniversary and reflects the government’s commitment to mercy, justice and the rehabilitation of offenders. The pardons and commutation take immediate effect, the statement added.
Binani Campaign Organization Condemns Babachir Lawal’s “Indecent” Utterances, Calls for Party Discipline
Adamawa Assembly Moves to Repeal College of Education Hong Law
BREAKING NEWS: Bridge Collapse Cuts Off Maiha-Mubi Road, Community Stranded
Adamawa Govt Pledges Stronger Media Partnership Ahead of 2027 Elections
Governor Fintiri Pardons Nine Inmates, Commutes Death Sentence to Mark Nigeria’s 66th Independence Anniversary In commemoration of Nigeria’s 66th Independence Day celebration, Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri of Adamawa State has granted pardons to nine inmates serving various terms in correctional facilities across the state. A statement issued by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Humwashi Wonosikou, said the Governor ordered the immediate release of the pardoned inmates, noting that all legal formalities had been concluded with the Nigerian Correctional Service. “The Governor acted on the advice of the Advisory Committee on the Prerogative of Mercy and in exercise of the powers conferred on him by Section 212(1)(d) of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (as amended),” the statement said. According to the statement, those granted pardon and discharged include Abubakar Dajo, who was serving at the Maximum Security Custodial Centre, Jos; Zabadi Ayuba and Salvation Nyamso, both serving at the Numan Custodial Centre. Others are Amir Idris, Mohammed Saidu, Yaro Sambo, Buhari Salisu, Urube Samuel and Bamaiyi Amos, who were discharged from the Jimeta, Ganye, Guyuk, Yola Old and Kojoli Custodial Centres, respectively. In addition to the pardons, Governor Fintiri approved the commutation of the death sentence imposed on one inmate, Saidu Abdullahi of the Yola Old Custodial Centre, to life imprisonment. The Governor’s action, the statement noted, was in the spirit of the Independence anniversary and reflects the government’s commitment to mercy, justice and the rehabilitation of offenders. The pardons and commutation take immediate effect, the statement added.