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…As Royal Father Hails Philanthropist’s Commitment to Human Capital Development Renowned philanthropist, humanitarian and elder statesman, Alhaji Sadiq Mohammed, Walin Ganye, has once again demonstrated his unwavering commitment to education and human capital development with a generous donation of ₦2.65 million to Model Islamiyya School, Ganye. The Chairman, Board of Trustees of the International PeaceContinueContinue reading “WALIN GANYE SPARKS EDUCATION REVOLUTION, DONATES ₦2.65 Million to Model Islamiyya School Ganye for Science, AI, Digital Learning”

The ancient town of Ganye and indeed Adamawa State stood still on Friday, June 19, 2026, as family members, traditional rulers, political associates, military officers, friends and well-wishers gathered to bid farewell to one of the most respected sons of the land, Honourable Chief David Bate Saraso (Zannan Ganye), who passed away at the ageContinueContinue reading “EXIT OF AN ICON: Ganye Bids Farewell to Hon. Chief David Bate Saraso (Zannan Ganye), A Patriot, Cultural Custodian and Statesman”

Thousands of Employees Across 21 LGAs to Benefit as Governor Orders Payment of Statutory Entitlements YOLA, June 18, 2026 — In a major boost to workers’ welfare and grassroots governance, Adamawa State Governor, Rt. Hon. Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, has approved the implementation of a new salary structure for Local Government workers across the state, bringingContinueContinue reading “FINTIRI APPROVES NEW PAY PACKAGE FOR ADAMAWA LG WORKERS, IMPLEMENTS ₦70,000 MINIMUM WAGE”

By Our correspondent YOLA, ADAMAWA STATE — Fresh concerns over press freedom, journalists’ safety, and democratic accountability have emerged in Adamawa State following shocking allegations by the Chief Executive Officer of Zij Online TV, Zaiyad Ismaila, who claims he was physically assaulted and threatened with death over the content of a political programme aired onContinueContinue reading “PRESS FREEDOM UNDER THREAT IN ADAMAWA”

By Usman Umar Orders Immediate Reclamation of Red Brick Market Land, Warns of Evictions and Prosecution Yola, June 16, 2026 — Adamawa State Governor, Rt. Hon. Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, CON, has ordered the immediate revocation of all illegally allocated portions of the Red Brick Market land along Numan Road, declaring the transactions null, void, andContinueContinue reading “FINTIRI CRACKS DOWN ON ILLEGAL LAND GRABBERS, REVOKES FRAUDULENT MARKET ALLOCATIONS”

PEDA DISTRICT, ADAMAWA STATE — June 12, 2026 In a colourful and highly celebrated event, the PEDA Community Consultative Forum of PEDA District, Mijilu Ward, under the revered Mubi Emirate Council of Adamawa State, bestowed a prestigious Award of Excellence upon Chief Aminu T. Kardu, the Rector of the College of Agriculture, Science and Technology,ContinueContinue reading “PEDA DISTRICT HONOURS RECTOR AMINU T. KARDU FOR EXCEPTIONAL LEADERSHIP AND TRANSFORMATIVE IMPACT”

In a significant political development ahead of the 2027 General Elections, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has officially issued Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) nomination forms to its candidates across the country, including Benjamin Brandford Adams, the party’s House of Representatives candidate for the Ganye, Jada, Toungo, and Mayo-Belwa Federal Constituency. The issuance of theContinueContinue reading “PDP Hands INEC Nomination Forms to Benjamin Brandford Adams Ahead of 2027 Elections”

Katsina Government Confirms Tragic Loss, Vows Relentless Fight Against Insecurity KATSINA, June 13, 2025 — A wave of grief has swept across Katsina State and the nation following the tragic death of retired Major General Rabe Abubakar, who passed away while being held captive by bandits.The Katsina State Government announced the heartbreaking development on Friday,ContinueContinue reading “NATION MOURNS AS RETIRED MAJOR GENERAL RABE ABUBAKAR DIES IN BANDITS’ CAPTIVITY”

Ganye Chiefdom was enveloped in grief as Alhaji Mohammed Sadiq, the Walin Ganye, dispatched a special delegation to pay a heartfelt condolence visit to the family of the late Elder Statesman, Chief Baba David Saraso, the revered Zannan Ganye whose passing has left a profound void in the traditional and social fabric of the Chiefdom.TheContinueContinue reading “WALIN GANYE MOURNS FALLEN STATESMAN, SENDS HIGH-PROFILE DELEGATION TO CONSOLE FAMILY OF ZANNAN GANYE”

LAGOS — In a dramatic response to renewed xenophobic attacks in South Africa, the first batch of 268 Nigerians evacuated from the troubled country has safely arrived in Lagos, marking the beginning of a large-scale repatriation exercise by the Federal Government.The returnees touched down at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Ikeja, at approximately 10:30 a.m.ContinueContinue reading “268 Nigerians Flee Xenophobic Violence, Arrive Lagos as Federal Government Begins Mass Evacuation From South Africa”