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Two Kidnapping Suspects Arrested in Adamawa

Adamawa Police arrest two men accused of terrorising Sarau Belel community and threatening a man over his brother's 2024 abduction. CP Dankombo Morris orders thorough probe.

Adamawa Governor Fintiri pardons farmer on death row

Adamawa State Governor Ahmadu Fintiri has granted a state pardon to farmer Sunday Jackson, who was sentenced to death for killing a herder. The decision, part of Christmas clemency, sparked jubilation in Yola. Read the full story.

Governor Fintiri Pardons Farmer After US Outcry

Adamawa Governor Ahmadu Fintiri pardons Sunday Jackson, a farmer on death row. The move follows US advocacy over alleged Christian persecution in Nigeria. Read the full story.

Fintiri Hosts Adamawa Unity Dinner, Cuts Peace Cake

Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri hosted political and community leaders for the 2025 Unity and Peace Dinner in Yola. The event reviewed state achievements and promoted harmony through cultural displays.

Ex-UN Envoy Rejects Death Penalty for Kidnappers

Former UN Human Rights Envoy, Prof. Uchenna Emelonye, urges Nigerian Senate to strengthen security institutions, not expand capital punishment laws, to effectively combat kidnapping and banditry.

Boy Fakes Kidnapping, Extorts N1.7m from Mother

Lagos police arrest five suspects, including a 15-year-old boy, for staging a fake kidnapping to extort N1.7 million ransom from his mother. Full details of the elaborate scam revealed.

Adamawa Governor Presents N583.3bn 2026 Budget

Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri presents a N583.33bn budget for Adamawa State in 2026, focusing on infrastructure, poverty alleviation, and economic renewal. Read the full details.

Actor Lalude Links Kidnapping to Destiny, Not Government

Yoruba actor Fatai Oodua (Lalude) sparks debate by claiming kidnapping in Nigeria is a matter of fate. He argues it's not the government's failure and advises citizens to stay vigilant. Read his full controversial take.

NUJ Chief Impressed by Adamawa's Development Projects

NUJ President Alhassan Yahaya commends Governor Fintiri's infrastructural strides in Adamawa, citing roads, drainage, and a super highway. Plans a national media tour to showcase progress. Read more.

Police bust kidnapping syndicate, recover GPMG in Gombe

Gombe State Police Command, with hunters, neutralized two kidnappers, arrested seven, and recovered a General Purpose Machine Gun. The syndicate confessed to receiving N150 million in ransoms. Read the full details.

Ex-Adamawa Councilor Killed, Sons Abducted

Former Madagali councilor Shamalsinmi Umaru was shot dead at home. His two sons were abducted, with kidnappers demanding a N7m ransom. The family pleads for help as the deadline looms.

NCS Seizes N181.6m Petroleum Products in Adamawa

Nigeria Customs Service intercepts smuggled fuel worth N181.6 million near Cameroon border in eight weeks. ACG Kolapo Oladeji warns smugglers face life imprisonment. NNPCL also announces another petrol price cut.

Power Outage Cripples Life in Adamawa, Taraba

A planned week-long power outage in Adamawa and Taraba states disrupts daily life and businesses. Residents face darkness as YEDC conducts critical maintenance. Read more.

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