Adamawa govt creates seven new emirates/chiefdoms
• Huba, Madagali, Michika, Fufoure get second class status; Gombi, Yungur, Maiha bag third class status
Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri of Adamawa State has announced the creation of seven new chiefdoms and emirates in the state.
The new chiefdoms and emirates include the Huba Chiefdom with headquarters in Hong, with a Second-Class status, Madagali Chiefdom with headquarters in Gulak, with a Second-Class status, Michika Chiefdom with headquarters in Michika, with a Second-Class status, Fufore Emirate with headquarters in Fufore, with a Second-Class status, Gombi Chiefdom with headquarters in Gombi, with a Third-Class status, Yungur Chiefdom with headquarters in Dumne, with a Third-Class status, and Maiha Emirate with headquarters in Maiha, with a Third-Class status.
Related news
You’ve lost the legitimacy to create more districts, Nakura hits Fintiri
Creation of Districts And Chiefdoms: Fintiri Deserves Commendation, Not Vilification
Adamawa districts and emirates bill: A Frankenstein’monster that will surely devour its progenitors
The announcement indicated that three new emirates and chiefdoms were carved out of Adamawa emirate while the three others were carved out of Mubi emirate.
By the announcement, a balance of sort has been created between Adamawa South and the two other zones
Before the new chiefdoms and Emirates were created Adamawa South has the largest number of eight chiefdoms while Adamawa and Mubi emirates in Adamawa central and Adamawa North hitherto had only one emirate each.
In his statewide broadcast on Monday, Governor Fintiri said the creation of these new chiefdoms and emirates is aimed at repositioning the traditional institution and enhancing its role in promoting peace, security, and development in the state.
He said the move is also expected to provide more centers for dispute resolution, improve governance in ungoverned spaces, and strengthen social cohesion.
Governor Fintiri expressed appreciation for the support of the citizens and highlighted the achievements of his administration in 2024, including infrastructure development, social sector investments, and security improvements.
He also assured that his administration will continue to respond positively to genuine demands and agitations from other nationalities.
The governor noted that the creation of the new chiefdoms and emirates is already gazetted and now part of the state’s statutory repository.
He congratulated the new Emirates and Chiefdoms, while acknowledging the demands and agitations from other nationalities, assuring that his administration will continue to address them.
Fintiri reflected on the achievements of his administration in 2024, describing it as a “season of harvest” for the state.
He expressed pride in the progress made and looked forward to an even more prosperous 2025.
__________________
We do hope that the information we were able to provide you are helpful. Checkout out other unique articles on our blog for more detailed information and do well to share with your friends and family. Follow us on our Twitter and Facebook to stay updated with premium information.
Please leave any comments or questions in the area given below.
DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed in Fact Check are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Fact Check. Any content provided by our bloggers or authors is of their opinion and is not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual, or anyone or anything.
Information is presented to the best of our knowledge and while we endeavor to keep the information up to date and correct, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability, or availability concerning the website or the information, products, services, or related graphics contained on the website for any purpose. Therefore, any reliance you place on such information is strictly at your own risk.
