Adamawa State Governor, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, has announced a plan to recruit 12,000 young people into the state civil service before the end of 2025. He made this known while addressing the Women’s Wing of the Christian Association of Nigeria (WOWICAN), who visited him at the Council Chambers, Government House Yola.
Governor Fintiri explained that the new jobs are part of his administration’s commitment to job creation and boosting the state’s economy. “Out of the 12,000 jobs, 5,000 will be for teachers,” he said.
“Another 2,000 will be for doctors and nurses who will be posted to the Health Services Management Board.” These new positions will come in addition to the 5,000 roles already being filled within the civil service.
He also stated that while the government was recruiting 4,000 civil servants, reports of more vacancies led him to approve the recruitment of another 1,000 workers, raising the figure to 5,000.
Governor Fintiri revealed plans to establish a School of Technology and Entrepreneurship, aimed at equipping young people with practical skills for financial independence. He attributed recent successes to “prudent leadership” and said Adamawa is now ranked among Nigeria’s top five states for development.
In response to the recent fatal flooding in the state, Governor Fintiri assured that his government would demolish illegal structures blocking waterways. He noted, “The Dam in Fufore is not the immediate cause of the flooding.”
He emphasized improvements in school infrastructure and student performance, saying education remains a priority for his administration.
The Governor also called on WOWICAN to continue praying for the state and said his government is committed to fairness, equity, and security.
Mrs Helen James, WOWICAN State Chairperson, praised the Governor’s inclusive governance and commended his development efforts. “Women now occupy sensitive positions in your government. We came to say thank you,” she said.
