Governor Fintiri, Dangote,  others strands funeral prayer of late Bamanga Tukur  

The remains of the former Governor of the defunct Gongola state, and former National Chairman of PDP, Alhaji Bamanga Tukur, who died on Saturday at the age of 90, were laid to rest in Yola, the Adamawa State capital, after the body was flown in from Abuja on Saturday evening. The funeral prayer was led by the Chief Imam of Modibbo Adama Jumma’at Mosque, Yola town, Khadi Ahmadu Bobboi, at the palace of the Lamido Adamawa, Doctor Muhammadu Barkindo Aliyu Mustapha Among those who attended the funeral prayer were Alhaji Aliko Dangote, President of Dangote Group, prominent political office holders, and traditional rulers from Adamawa State and beyond, alongside other dignitaries who gathered to pay their final respects to the late elder statesman. Speaking after the funeral prayer, Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri of Adamawa state says death is inevitable, stressing that every living soul will one day taste death. The Governor described the death of the elder statesman as a great loss to Adamawa State and Nigeria, saying Alhaji Bamanga Tukur contributed immensely to the political development of the state and had a strong vision for its progress. He said the death of Tafida Adamawa, Alhaji Bamanga Tukur, has created a significant gap, stressing that those coming behind must rise to the occasion and work towards filling the vacuum created by his departure. Governor Fintiri urged the younger generation of leaders to sustain the dreams and aspirations of the late elder statesman by continuing to work for the unity, development, and progress of Adamawa State. He prayed to Almighty Allah to forgive the shortcomings of the deceased and grant him eternal rest in Jannatul Firdaus, while extending his condolences to the family, friends, and people of Adamawa State. Alhaji Bamanga Tukur died at the age of 91, and...

Tinubu Mourns Former PDP National Chairman, Alhaji Bamanga Tukur

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu mourns the passing of elder statesman, renowned businessman, and former Governor of the old Gongola State, Alhaji Bamanga Muhammad Tukur, who died at age 90. Tinubu in a statement signed by his Special Adviser (Information & Strategy), Bayo Onanuga, the president, described the death of Alhaji Tukur, the Tafidan Adamawa, as the end of a remarkable chapter in Nigeria’s political and economic history. President Tinubu says Alhaji Tukur was a towering...

Former PDP National Chairman, Alhaji Bamanga Tukur, Dies At 91

The former national chairman of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), Alhaji Bamanga Tukur, died at the age of 90 on Saturday, three days before his 91st birthday, his family announced. His son, Hon. Awwal D. Tukur, who is the Secretary to the Adamawa State Government, confirmed the death on behalf of the family, said preparations were underway to take his remains for burial in Yola, Adamawa State. “It is with profound sadness and total submission...

Two suspected ATM fraudsters arrested in Adamawa

23 ATMs, N400, 000 Cash Recovered Two suspected ATM card fraudsters, identified as Yusuf Maika, 50 years, and Abubakar Mustapha, 52 years, both residents of Jos, Plateau State, were arrested in Yola, the Adamawa State capital, for allegedly defrauding one Yunusa Usman of the sum of N400, 000 at an Access Bank ATM cubicle in the State. The Adamawa State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Suleiman Yahaya Nguroje, in a statement, said the arrest followed...

Fintiri Approves Appointments of 8 District Heads in Huba Chiefdom

Adamawa State Governor, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, who holds the traditional title of (Midala Huba), has approved the appointment of substantive District Heads (Hakimai) in 8 Districts of the Huba Chiefdom based on the recommendations of His Royal Majesty, Tol Alheri Bulus Nyako Ph.D, Tol Huba, the President of Hong LGA Traditional Council. According to a statement from the Council, the newly appointed District Heads are Mr. Henry N. Kadiri – Hyema, Idi Maigari – Gashala/Mayolope,...

87-year-old man cuts off Area Court Judge’s hand in Adamawa

An 87-year-old man, Dahiru Garba has been arraigned before a Chief Magistrate’s Court in Yola, the Adamawa State capital by the Police for allegedly attacking an Area Court judge with a cutlass and inflicting grievous injuries on his hand. According to a statement on Tuesday by the Adamawa State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Suleiman Yahaya Nguroje, that Garba, a resident of Korawa village in Fufore Local Government Area of Adamawa State, was accused of...

Traditional rulers in Adamawa to receive gratuity 

The Adamawa State House of Assembly on Monday passed a bill into law to provide gratuity and death benefits for chiefs and emirs in the state. The passage of the bill for a law to amend the Adamawa State Chiefs (Appointment and Deposition) (Amendment) Law, 2024 so as to provide for the Gratuity/Death benefits of Chiefs/Emirs followed the consideration and adoption of a report on the matter. The report was submitted by the House Standing...

NAFDAC Withdraws 7,210 Unsafe Products From Over 6,000 Facilities

In carrying out parts of its mandate, the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control has withdrawn 7,210 non-compliant products from circulation in the markets after inspecting 6,233 facilities across Nigeria between May and July 2026. The figures indicate that about 2,400 products were withdrawn from circulation every month during the three-month period. The latest figures come amid persistent concerns about the safety of food, medicines and other regulated products sold across Nigerian...

Suspected Terrorists Kills 11 persons, abduct many others in Adamawa

Suspected terrorists have attacked Nzangola village in Gombi LGA of Adamawa State, killing at least 11 people and injuring several others. According to sources, the attackers stormed the community on Sunday, 6/9/2026, around 5:00 pm local time, and fired sporadically, leading to the casualties. The attackers also burnt houses and abducted some women. It added that the village has now been deserted, while the injured victims are now receiving medical attention at Cottage Hospital Gombi...

Plateau State Government Closes Over Diphtheria Disease  

The Plateau State Government has directed temporary closure of all public and private primary and secondary schools across the state with effect from Monday, September 7, 2026, as part of measures to prevent the spread of suspected diphtheria disease. Governor Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang gave the directive in a statement made available to journalists in Jos, signed by the State Commissioner for Information and Communication, Rt. Hon. Joyce Ramnap follows reports of suspected diphtheria cases in some parts of the state, particularly Jos North, Wase, Jos South and Bassa Local Government Areas. Ramnap said schools that had already resumed academic activities were also required to close from Monday and remain shut until further notice. According to the Commissioner, the measure is aimed at protecting the health and wellbeing of pupils, students, teaching staff, and non-teaching personnel while the government responds to the situation. “School proprietors, administrators, teachers, parents, and guardians to comply fully with the directive and ensure that pupils and students remain safely at home throughout the period,” She warned The state government appealed to all stakeholders for their understanding and cooperation, assuring residents that it would continue to take appropriate measures in the best interest of the people of Plateau State. The government said further information regarding the resumption of academic activities would be communicated to the public in due course.

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