Disquiet In Adamawa As Two Fufore Council Chairmen Die In Office In 18 Months
Disquiet In Adamawa As Two Fufore Council Chairmen Die In Office In 18 Months His death comes about 18 months after his predecessor, Shuaibu Babas, reportedly died on April 23, 2025, following a prolonged illness.
Fufore Local Government in Adamawa State has experienced the untimely deaths of two successive council chairmen within a 18-month period. The first was Dr Yahaya Saidu, who passed away shortly after beginning his tenure in office barely three months prior. Saidu's death was disclosed by the council's Information Officer, Ahmed Bala Yusha'u.
His predecessor, Shuaibu Babas, had also died in office on April 23, 2025, following a prolonged illness. Babas had served as chairman since July 2024, having previously represented Fufore/Gurin Constituency in the Adamawa State House of Assembly. Following Babas' death, his deputy, Peace Samson Audu, took over as interim chairman in May 2025.
The circumstances surrounding Saidu's death have not been disclosed. His death has deeply affected the Fufore community, the Fuunange Emirate, and the residents of Fufore, with tributes highlighting his dedication to public service and his development plans. A source familiar with Saidu's proposed initiatives described him as full of ideas and determination to improve the lives of the people.
The source shared that Saidu had expressed enthusiasm for his work and a commitment to turning his plans into tangible development projects despite only serving less than three months in office. The loss is mourned as a painful blow to Fufore, Adamawa State, and those who had faith in Saidu's leadership potential. The deaths of these two chairmen within a short span have cast a shadow over the leadership of Fufore Local Government, though there's no evidence suggesting a connection between their deaths.
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