Governor Ahamadu Umaru Fintiri of Adamawa State has appointed seven new traditional rulers, among them Sani Ahmadu Ribadu, who is the younger brother of the National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu.
The new appointments followed the recent creation of seven monarchies by the governor.
On December 23, 2024, Governor Fintiri in response to public outcry, created five chiefdoms and two emirates – comprising four second-class and three third-class statuses.
Those appointed are Sani Ahmadu Ribadu, Emir of Fufore; Alheri Nyako, ‘Tol Huba’; Bulus Luka Gadiga, ‘Mbege Ka Michika’; Ali Danburam, ‘Ptil Madagali’; John Dio, ‘Gubo Yungur’; Aggrey Ali, ‘Kumu of Gombi’ and Ahmadu Saibaru, Emir of Maiha.
The spokesperson for the governor, Humwashi Wonosikou, in a statement emphasised that “their selections were based on merit and their popularity among the people”.
“Adamawa State Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, CON, has approved the selection of 7 new Chiefs and Emirs for Chiefdoms and Emirates recently created.
“The newly selected Royal Highnesses are:
-HRH Alhaji Sani Ahmadu Ribadu: Emir of Fufore
-HRH Barrister Alheri B. Nyako: Tol Huba
-HRH Prof. Bulus Luka Gadiga: Mbege Ka Michika
-HRH Dr Ali Danburam (MBBS, FWACP, FCCP): Ptil Madagali
-HRH Aggrey Ali: Kumu of Gombi
-HRH Ahmadu Saibaru: Emir of Maiha
-HRH John Dio: Gubo Yungur.
“Governor Fintiri congratulated the new Majesties, emphasizing that their selections were based on merit and their popularity among the people. He urged them to be fair, honest, and responsible in their duties. The approval takes effect immediately,” Wonosikou said in a statement on Friday.
This development brings the number of chiefdoms and emirates in the state to 11 and four respectively.