Adamawa Governor Fintiri Creates Seven New Monarchies, Appoints Nuhu Ribadu’s Brother, Six Others as Rulers

Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri of Adamawa State has appointed seven new traditional rulers, including Sani Ahmadu Ribadu, the younger brother of National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu. The appointments follow the recent creation of seven new monarchies in the state, comprising five chiefdoms and two emirates.

The governor’s decision, announced on December 23, 2024, introduced four second-class and three third-class monarchies in response to public demand. The newly appointed rulers are:

Sani Ahmadu Ribadu as Emir of Fufore

Alheri Nyako as Tol Huba

Bulus Luka Gadiga as Mbege Ka Michika

Ali Danburam as Ptil Madagali

John Dio as Gubo Yungur

Aggrey Ali as Kumu of Gombi

Ahmadu Saibaru as Emir of Maiha

Humwashi Wonosikou, spokesperson for the governor, stated that the selections were based on merit and the appointees’ popularity within their communities. In his remarks, Governor Fintiri congratulated the new traditional rulers and urged them to perform their duties with fairness, honesty, and responsibility.

This development brings the total number of chiefdoms in Adamawa State to 11 and emirates to four. The appointments are effective immediately.