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.
US Rep. Riley M. Moore commends the release of Sunday Jackson, pardoned by Adamawa Governor after a decade on death row for a self-defence killing. Read the full story.
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.
Adamawa Police launch investigation into the kidnap and killing of NYSC member Beecroft Wenisefrus Dankunama in Lamurde LGA. CP Dankombo Morris deploys experts for discreet probe.
Governor Ahmadu Fintiri has pardoned farmer Sunday Jackson, sentenced to death for killing a herder in self-defence in 2015. Read the full story of this national debate.
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.
A Deputy Superintendent of Police in Niger State shot himself during an audit into missing AK-47 rifles and ammunition. Four officers arrested for negligence.
Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri presents a N583.3 billion 2026 budget focused on capital projects and social programmes. Read the full breakdown of allocations for Adamawa State.
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.
Governor Ahmadu Fintiri presents a N583.33 billion budget for 2026 to the Adamawa State House of Assembly, focusing on infrastructure, social services, and economic renewal. Read the full details.
Governor Ahmadu Fintiri has approved a one-month basic salary bonus for Adamawa civil servants as a Christmas gift to ease economic pressure. Read more about this festive gesture.
Adamawa Governor Ahmadu Fintiri has set up a judicial panel to probe the December 8 shooting that killed 10 women and a girl. He pledges justice and support for victims' families.
A young woman in Adamawa demands justice after her alleged rapist was granted bail. Stigma and financial barriers threaten her case, highlighting systemic failures for survivors.
Imo State Government seals facilities linked to a wanted kidnap kingpin after discovering mutilated bodies. Police suspect illegal organ harvesting. Public demands probe into police unit.
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.
Simon Samson Ibrahim, 7, disappeared in Bachure, Adamawa. His father reports no updates from police after 5 days, amid rising cases of missing persons in the state.
Nigeria Customs Service intercepts over 184,000 litres of PMS in Adamawa, its largest fuel seizure in the state. Operation Whirlwind makes 55 seizures, combating economic sabotage.
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.
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.
Key agencies meet to ensure a transparent, tech-driven recruitment of 50,000 police officers, emphasizing federal character and gender inclusivity. Follow the process here.
The House of Representatives gives Amnesty Programme boss Dr. Dennis Otuaro 72 hours to appear over ₦26 billion audit queries or face arrest. Read the full details.
The Edo State House of Assembly threatens to issue an arrest warrant against ex-Governor Godwin Obaseki for failing to appear before a probe into N31.8bn MOWAA and Radisson Hotel projects. Read the full details.
The European Union has opened an antitrust investigation into Meta, concerned its new WhatsApp AI policy may stifle competition. This marks the bloc's latest move to regulate Big Tech.
Adamawa State Executive Council greenlights N12.3 billion for critical infrastructure, including Gombi-Ngada bridges, Yola roads, and security for new chiefdoms. Details inside.
Milan prosecutors target 13 luxury brands over suspected labour exploitation in their supply chains. Find out which major fashion houses are involved and the legal implications.
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.
The NHRC in Adamawa state documented 516 human rights complaints from January to November 2025. Over half involved family and child abandonment. Report violations for redress.
Emmanuel Peter, a 40-year-old lecturer with mental health issues, has disappeared from Modibbo Adama University Teaching Hospital in Yola. Police urge anyone with information to contact them immediately.
Irish regulator investigates TikTok and LinkedIn for potential breaches of EU Digital Services Act. Platforms accused of poor illegal content reporting systems. Read the full details.
The House of Representatives investigates over N30bn recovered from NSIPA, demanding its release to restart vital poverty-alleviation schemes. Lawmakers warn delayed funds worsen hardship. Read more.