Governor Fintiri Launches Peace Commission to Strengthen Unity and End Communal Conflicts in Adamawa
Daily Rendezvous In a bold step towards deepening peace and unity in Adamawa State, Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri has inaugurated the long-awaited Adamawa State Peace, Conflict Resolution and Social Integration Commission, a landmark initiative aimed at addressing communal clashes and fostering lasting harmony across the state. The inauguration, held in Yola on Monday, July 14, 2025, is more than just a ceremonial milestone; it is the fulfilment of a promise Governor Fintiri made during his 2019 campaign trail, especially to the conflict-weary communities of the Numan Federation. From Conflict to Dialogue: A Long Road to Peace Adamawa State has experienced painful episodes of violence in the past, particularly between farmers and Fulani herders in the Numan area. The Governor recalled the deadly attacks and counterattacks of 2017 and 2018, which left a deep scar on the social fabric of the state. “When we went around campaigning in 2018 and 2019, the wounds were fresh....