Governor Umaru Fintiri of Adamawa State has announced that the performance of local government chairmen will be evaluated as part of activities marking his administration’s second anniversary.

He disclosed this during a Sallah homage visit by local government chairmen, led by the chairman of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) in Adamawa State, Engineer Suleiman Ahmed Gangkuba, at the Government House in Yola.

Addressing the delegation, Governor Fintiri urged the chairmen to enhance their governance efforts at the grassroots, emphasizing their responsibility to effectively serve their communities.

He noted that his planned tour across the state would focus on identifying local development needs and addressing them.

“The evaluation will be part of my statewide tour aimed at ensuring effective governance and addressing pressing development needs,” Fintiri stated.

The governor also reminded the chairmen that political success requires dedication and hard work, adding that his successor would be someone with strong grassroots experience and political competence.

In his remarks, ALGON chairman Engineer Suleiman Gangkuba said their visit was to celebrate Eid-el-Fitr with the governor and reaffirm their unwavering support for his administration.

He commended Governor Fintiri’s leadership, describing him as a political mentor, and assured him of their continued loyalty and cooperation.

Gov Fintiri begins assessment of local government chairmen