Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri of Adamawa State has engaged with the Northeast Ambassadors Group and representatives from global organisations to address key challenges facing the state, focusing on refugees, security, governance, and infrastructure through Durable solutions strategies.

The pivotal meeting, held on March 13th, 2025, aimed to develop “durable solutions” for the pressing issues confronting Adamawa State, highlighting the need for collaborative efforts and international support.

“This meeting marks a significant step in mobilising support and resources towards achieving sustainable progress,” a government spokesperson stated.

The meeting saw the presence of ambassadors and representatives from prominent organisations, including the African Development Bank (AfDB), Australia, Belgium, Canada, ECHO, the European Union (EU), Egypt, FAO, France, Germany, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, UNDP, UNHCR, UNICEF, UNODC, the United States, the World Food Programme (WFP), and the World Bank.

Governor Fintiri was accompanied by key members of his team, including his adviser on the World Bank and development agencies, Mr. Robert Ahidjo; the adviser on NGOs, Mrs. Asamau Asmau Durnin; and the Honourable Commissioner for the Ministry of Reconstruction and Humanitarian Services, Bello Hamman Diram.

“Governor Fintiri’s presence underscores his unwavering commitment to fostering partnerships and leveraging international expertise,” the spokesperson added.

The discussions focused on developing strategies to improve the welfare of refugees and internally displaced persons (IDPs), enhance security, strengthen local governance, and boost infrastructural development.

“We are confident that this collaboration will yield transformative developments for Adamawa State and its people,” the spokesperson concluded. “Charting a path towards stability, resilience, and sustainable growth.”