Governor Fintiri sworn in three new commissioners tasks them to uphold accountability.

Governor Fintiri sworn in three new Commissioners tasks them to uphold accountability.

From Umar Dankano, Yola.

The Adamawa state Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri has sworn in three new commissioners and a member of State Electoral Commission, ADSIEC urging them to uphold accountability and responsibility in the discharge of their duties.

Their were administered the oath taking at the council chambers of Government house Yola on Wednesday following confirmation of their names by the State House Assembly on March 9, 2026.

The newly inaugurated commissioners are Sali Idris (Maiha LGA), Engr. Muhammed Suleiman (Mubi North LGA), and Chubado Mohammed (Jada LGA). Also sworn in was Mr. Iliya Gaji as a member of the Adamawa State Independent Electoral Commission.

While congratulating the appointees, Fintiri charged them to demonstrate integrity, dedication, and a strong sense of responsibility in their respective offices.

He noted that, their selection was based on merit, proven integrity, and commitment to service, expressing confidence in their ability to contribute meaningfully to the development of the state.

The governor further tasked the new commissioners to introduce fresh ideas, embrace innovative thinking, and work collaboratively with other members of the executive council in line with his administration’s vision of inclusive governance and sustainable development.

Governor Fintiri announced the portfolios of the new commissioners, which include Sali Idris, Ministry of Livestock; and Eng.Suleiman Mohammed, Ministry of Works; and Chubado Mohammed, Ministry of Energy.

Responding on behalf of the appointees, Chubado Mohammed, the new commissioner of Energy thanked the governor for the opportunity to serve and assured him of their loyalty and commitment to advancing the administration’s agenda.

The oath of office and allegiance was administered to the appointees by the State Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Barrister Afaimu Jingi.

In a related development, the new Commissioner of Works, Suleiman Mohammed has pledged to use his wealth of experience as a technocrat to add value to the urban renewal drive by Governor Fintiri’s led administration.

Mohammed expressed gratitude to the Governor for the opportunity to serve under such capacity calling on all and sundry to support and cooperate with him in the discharge of his responsibility as a cabinet member.