Adamawa LG chairman dies 18 months after predecessor’s death

The Chairman of Fufore Local Government Area in Adamawa State, Dr Yahaya Sa’idu, has died after a brief illness. The council’s Information Officer, Ahmed B. Yusha’u, announced the death in a statement issued to journalists in Yola on Saturday, October 10.

Yusha’u said Sa’idu died at a hospital in Kaduna at about 1 a.m. on Saturday, October 10, 2026. Details of his funeral arrangements will be announced later. His death comes 18 months after that of his predecessor, Shaibu Basbas, who also died while in office.

Condolences have begun pouring in for Sa’idu’s family, associates and the people of Fufore. Senator Aminu Iya Abbas, who represents Adamawa Central and previously served as Speaker of the state House of Assembly, expressed shock at the news.

In a message shared on WhatsApp on Saturday, Abbas described Sa’idu as a dedicated and industrious leader whose service to Fufore and Adamawa State would be deeply missed. “Dr. Yahaya Saidu was a committed leader who gave his best in service to his people. My heart goes out to his family, friends, associates, and the good people of Fufore Local Government Area during this very difficult time,” he said.

Abbas prayed that Allah would grant the bereaved family and community the strength and patience to bear the loss. Ahmad Lawan, Senior Special Assistant on Security to Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, also expressed grief and extended condolences to Sa’idu’s family, relatives and the people of Fufore.