Adamawa At 35: The land of beauty reborn under governor Fintiri

On August 27, 1991, Adamawa State was formed from the previous Gongola State. Over the past 35 years, the state renowned as "The Land of Beauty" has experienced phases of hope, challenges, and now, a notable rebirth. From the peaks of Madagali and Michika to the plains of Numan, and from Mubi's commerce to the tranquility of the Benue River in Yola, Adamawa has consistently embodied resilience, diversity, and abundant natural resources.

However, for many years, this beauty was obscured by inadequate infrastructure, insecurity, and insufficient investment. As we commemorate the state's 35th birthday, one individual emerges as pivotal in the saga of renewal: His Excellency, Rt. Hon. Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, CON. Upon assuming office in 2019, Governor Fintiri inherited a state grappling with the aftermath of insurgency, crumbling infrastructure, and an ailing economy.

Yet, seven years later, the discourse has shifted. The Fintiri administration has invested heavily in roads, with landmarks such as the Yola Unity Flyover and Underpass - the first of its kind in the North East - and rural roads connecting farming communities to markets. The state's appearance has transformed, embodying the beauty it once was.

Over 6,000 classrooms have been erected or refurbished, alongside 21 Model Schools, Technical Schools, and upgraded hospitals, underscoring a commitment to human capital development. Mubi, once a hub of insurgency, is thriving once again. Markets are bustling, farmers are back to their fields, and the Governor's emphasis on security and community participation has rekindled citizens' confidence.

Peace, after all, serves as the initial infrastructure for beauty to flourish. From the Fintiri Business Wallet to agricultural initiatives and skills acquisition programs, thousands of youths and women have been empowered. Adamawa is no longer merely discussing potential; it is actively generating employment, supporting small and medium enterprises, and positioning itself as an investment hotspot in the North East.

What distinguishes Governor Fintiri in this 35-year journey is not merely the projects, but his purpose. He governs with a clear philosophy: that government must manifest in the lives of ordinary citizens. He has demonstrated political resolve where others faltered, rehabilitated abandoned projects, treated all 21 Local Government Areas as equal partners, and led with humility, yet with the necessary firmness to restore order.

This leadership has earned him the admiration of citizens as the Governor who "restored the glory of Adamawa." The once-potholed roads are being replaced with asphalt, dark streets are illuminated by solar lights, and dilapidated schools are evolving into vibrant learning institutions. This symbolizes the process of restoring glory.

As Adamawa approaches its 35th year, the path ahead is clear. The state has laid a solid foundation. The challenge now is to consolidate and expand. Moving forward to 2027, the responsibility lies with citizens to safeguard this peace, uphold government policies, and resist the divisive politics of bitterness. Governor Fintiri's journey has demonstrated that through vision and dedication, the "Land of Beauty" can indeed live up to its name.

The mountains remain, the rivers continue to flow, but now, hope travels along with them. As Adamawa celebrates its 35th anniversary, it does not merely commemorate the past; it acknowledges a present being rebuilt and a future being secured. Happy 35th Anniversary to Adamawa State – The Land of Beauty, Reborn.