By Joseph Adahnu, Yola
Contrary to the saying that all hope is lost, the Adamawa State Government has demonstrated its commitment to affected citizens by approving compensation for owners of the “Corner Shops” demolished at Target Junction in Jimeta, Yola, to make way for the construction of the Mother and Child Hospital.
This decision was among several major approvals made during the 10th State Executive Council meeting of 2026, presided over by Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri at the Government House, Yola.
The State Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Barrister Leader Leneke, who briefed journalists after the meeting, disclosed that the Council approved contracts worth over ₦13.9 billion for various infrastructure, education, justice sector reforms, and economic development projects.
Key Approvals,
The Council approved the construction of the 18-kilometre Shuwa–Bituku Road at a cost of ₦8.6 billion. The contract was awarded to Amijab Nigeria Limited with a completion timeline of 10 months.
The road is expected to significantly improve access to several rural communities.
AGILE Programme Schools: Construction of perimeter fences for 20 secondary schools under the World Bank-funded Adolescent Girls Initiative for Learning and Empowerment (AGILE) programme was approved at ₦3.1 billion. The project aims to enhance school security and prevent land encroachment.
The Council ratified the Governor’s administrative approval for the release of ₦347 million for road markings and kerb painting carried out ahead of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s recent visit. The contract was awarded to H. & H. Nigeria Limited.
₦516 million was approved for the asphalting of the Banquet Hall and Presidential Lodge premises at the Government House, awarded to Triacta Nigeria Limited.
The Council approved ₦673 million as compensation for owners of shops demolished at Target Junction to pave the way for the Mother and Child Hospital.
Justice Sector Reforms: The digitisation of seven Small Claims Courts under the State Action on Business Enabling Reforms (SABER) programme was approved at ₦322 million. This initiative will enable electronic filing of cases, virtual hearings, and faster resolution of commercial disputes, thereby improving access to justice and the state’s business environment.
Business Enabling Reform Action Plan (BERAP): The Council approved the publication of the BERAP and the 2025 implementation progress report. The report is expected to be uploaded to the state government’s website on or before 31 July 2026, as part of requirements for participation in the 2026 SABER Programme.
Divestment in Dangote Sugar Refinery.
The Council ratified the Governor’s administrative approval for the partial divestment of the state government’s investment in Dangote Sugar Refinery Plc. The state originally held over 102 million units of shares acquired during the administration of former Governor Murtala Nyako. The Council approved the sale of approximately 70 million units.
AGILE Programme Beneficiaries: The procurement of start-up packs for 1,433 beneficiaries graduating from the Alternative Learning Centres under the AGILE programme was approved at ₦367 million. The contract was awarded to RS & S Multilinks Investment Nigeria Limited.
The beneficiaries received vocational training in tailoring, fashion design, makeup and beauty therapy, and other trades. The packs are intended to help them establish their own businesses and become self-reliant.
The Commissioner emphasized that these approvals reflect the state government’s dedication to infrastructure development, human capital investment, and improving the ease of doing business in Adamawa State.
