DAILY RENDEZVOUS

Daily Rendezvous  Yola, Nigeria – The recently concluded Bwatiye Culture Fiesta has been hailed as a monumental success and a proud reaffirmation of the rich heritage, identity, and unity of the Bwatiye people. In a heartfelt congratulatory message, Aliyu Isma'ila, the Turaki Batta, expressed deep pride and gratitude to the organisers for what he described as “a powerful and outstanding celebration of Bwatiye legacy.” “What a resounding success it was!” he declared, commending the energy, creativity, and cultural pride that characterised the event. The Fiesta, he noted, was not merely a display of traditional splendour, but a meaningful reunion that reignited a shared sense of purpose, belonging, and resilience among the Bwatiye people at home and in the diaspora. Describing the gathering as “a powerful reaffirmation of who the Bwatiye are — resilient, united, noble, and proud,” the Turaki praised the organisers, elders, youth, and traditional institutions f...

Daily Rendezvous  Yola, Nigeria – In a political landscape often dominated by theatrics and short-term ambitions, Adamawa State stands out as a beacon of transformative leadership under the stewardship of Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri. With six years at the helm, Fintiri’s leadership has evolved into a phenomenon—what many political watchers now call “The Fintiri Aura.” Governor Fintiri’s tenure has been marked by a commanding presence, a firm grasp of governance, and a relentless pursuit of developmental goals. Political analysts describe him as a leader with gravitas—a rare combination of seriousness and authority that inspires trust and drives progress. It is this aura that has seen him become not just a stabilizing force in Adamawa, but a figure of national significance within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). As the PDP prepares for its crucial national convention in August, insiders reveal the party is turning to Fintiri’s steady hand and problem-solving prowess...

May 15, 2025 YOLA, NIGERIA — Former Senator and prominent APC chieftain, Abubakar Girei, has given President Bola Ahmed Tinubu a “pass mark” for his performance in office, urging Nigerians to be patient with ongoing economic reforms while calling for urgent restructuring of the country’s security architecture, including the creation of state police. In a recent exclusive interview, Senator Girei praised Tinubu’s policy direction in areas like agriculture and security, highlighting the administration’s willingness to take bold, though unpopular, steps to correct Nigeria’s economic course. “Despite the hardship, President Tinubu has shown leadership. His decision to allocate over N1.5 trillion to agriculture shows he’s listening. There are visible efforts in security and the economy. I give him a pass mark,” Girei said. The former lawmaker admitted that Nigerians are experiencing difficulties due to subsidy removal, forex instability, and rising electricity tariffs, but empha...

Daily Rendezvous  Yola, Nigeria  In a significant move toward party unity and political re-strategizing, the Adamawa State All Progressives Congress (APC) Reconciliation Committee has officially submitted its final report, marking the conclusion of months-long efforts to mend internal rifts and unify divergent factions within the party. The committee, chaired by Senator Mohammed Manna, was inaugurated late last year with the mandate to engage aggrieved members and reconcile differing political interests within the Adamawa APC. Over the course of its assignment, the committee met with various political stakeholders and groups, both within the state and in Abuja, aiming to foster dialogue, understanding, and renewed commitment to the party’s ideals. During a brief but symbolic presentation on Wednesday, the committee handed over its report to the current leadership of the APC in Adamawa. The document encapsulates the outcomes of its extensive consultations and propos...

Daily Rendezvous  May 14, 2025 In the heart of Yola, Adamawa State, a powerful shift is happening in the way local security forces approach their duty to protect. From May 12–13, 2025, over 150 members of the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF) and vigilante groups gathered for a transformative training on human rights, international humanitarian law, and rules of engagement. The training, organized by the North East Development Commission (NEDC) in partnership with Conflict Security and Development Consult Ltd (CSD Consult), is part of a broader initiative across the Northeast. With a total of 600 participants expected—300 from Borno, 150 each from Adamawa and Yobe—the goal is clear: strengthen grassroots security while prioritizing human dignity and legal accountability. Why This Training Matters In a region still grappling with the impact of insurgency and insecurity, the role of local security volunteers is critical. But with that role comes immense respons...

News Rendezvous  Yola, Nigeria – May 3, 2025 Dr. Edgar Amos Sunday, Chief of Staff to Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, has debunked growing claims on social media alleging the Governor’s bias against Christians and women in government appointments. In a strongly worded statement titled “Fintiri and Religious Yahoos” , Dr. Edgar described the allegations as politically motivated attempts to smear the Governor's image, especially in the wake of the death of Fufore Local Government Chairman, Hon. Shaibu Babas. Responding to criticisms that Governor Fintiri delayed the swearing-in of the Vice Chairman, Mrs. Peace Samson Audu—a Christian woman—Dr. Edgar stated that the law already empowers her to act as Chairman, and there is no constitutional time frame for a formal swearing-in. "Mrs. Peace Audu is already acting as Chairman of Fufore LGA with all the powers and responsibilities of the office. There is no vacuum in leadership, and there is no discrimination in play,...

YOLA – Academic and non-academic staff of Adamawa State-owned tertiary institutions have shutdown all tertiary institutions in the state as a result of failure by the Fintiri-led government to include tertiary institutions in the state in its minimum wage implementation plan. The instructions decided to embarked on an indefinite strike following the government’s failure to address their demand for new minimum wage implementation after its seven-day warning strike elapsed, Monday, 10th March, 2025 as the state government keeps mum. The decision was announced in a statement released by the Joint Action Committee (JAC) of academic and non-academic staff unions, signed by the committee’s chairperson , Comrade Maryam Abdullahi. According to the communiqué, the unions had initially declared a seven-day warning strike on February 27, 2025, which ended on March 10, 2025. However, due to the government's non-responsiveness, the unions have now resolved to continue with an indefi...