From Umar Dankano, Yola
Adamawa state Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri has announced the establishment of seven (7) new chiefdoms and Emirates in the state.
In a statewide broadcast on Monday in Yola, Governor Fintiri stated that, the creation of the new chiefdoms and emirates is aimed at repositioning the traditional institution and enhancing its role in promoting peace, security, and development in the state.
Fintiri assured that his administration will continue to respond positively to genuine demands and agitations from other citizens, stressing that, the move is also expected to provide more centers for dispute resolution, improve governance in ungoverned spaces, and strengthen social cohesion.
According to him, the new chiefdoms and emirates includes; the Hoba Chiefdom with headquarters in Hong, with a Second-Class status, Madagali Chiefdom with H/quatrs 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.
While congratulating the new Emirates and Chiefdoms, Governor Fintiri acknowledged demands and agitations from other citizens.
