Hanny Henry
As the nation celebrates 65 years of independence, governor Fintiri has announced the state’s economic turnaround, of the Internally generated Revenue (IGR) risen from ₦6.2 billion in 2019 to ₦16.2 billion in 2025, giving credit to fiscal discipline, digital reforms, and improved transparency.
The governor pointed out that independence becomes tangible when good governance is translated into real development.Delivering his address, he urged citizens to reflect on the nation’s journey while recommitting to the ideals of justice, unity, and development.
He further reminded citizens that while Nigeria has endured decades of challenges from civil war to dictatorship, poverty, and insecurity the true measure of independence lies not in survival, but in progress.“Survival is not success,” the Governor said.
“Independence without progress is only a symbol. Real freedom is measured by how it transforms everyday lives.”He emphasized that In Adamawa State, his administration has sought to translate that belief into tangible action. From educational reforms to healthcare revitalization, from improved infrastructure to job creation, Fintiri detailed a range of initiatives aimed at improving quality of life for residents across the state.Fintri announced the ongoing recruitment of 12,000 qualified candidates into the Adamawa State Civil Service, including 5,000 in MDAs, 5,000 in Post-Primary Education, and 2,000 in the Health Sector as part of dividends of democracy.“This is not just a job drive it is an investment in efficiency, public service, and the future of our youth,” he stated.In a direct appeal to the youth, the governor encouraged them to take ownership of the country’s future, declaring,
“Your time is not coming your time is here.” He urged young people to channel their energy into building bridges rather than walls, and to let their actions speak louder than their posts on social media.Fintiri also underscored the importance of unity, especially in a diverse state like Adamawa, where multiple cultures, languages, and faiths coexist.“That diversity must never be our weakness it must be our strength,” he affirmed. “A divided Adamawa like a divided Nigeria cannot stand.”He called for every Nigerian to contribute to building a nation where “no one is left behind and nothing is left untouched,” affirming that true independence must be seen and felt in the lives of everyday people.
Earlier,James Iliya, Commissioner of information in his speech states that with the theme of this year’s independence celebration “ All Hands-on Deck for a Greater Nation”, is both a reminder and a call to action. Iliya further pointed out that building a great nation is not the work of one person or one group but a collective effort, stressing that patience and teamwork solve even the hardest problems.He also commended the government for ensuring that information flows freely, citizens are heard and development reaches every community, investing in education to prepare youths for the future.
