The Gongola Peoples Forum (GPF) has congratulated the Ptil Madagali, His Royal Majesty Dr. Ali Danburam, and the people of Madagali Chiefdom on the successful constitution and swearing-in of the Chiefdom’s Traditional Council.
The inauguration ceremony, which drew dignitaries, community leaders, and well-wishers from within and outside the Chiefdom, was described by GPF as a “historic step and watershed” in the effort to strengthen traditional governance in Adamawa State.
According to a statement signed by GPF National Chairman, Engr. Markus Natina Gundiri, the newly constituted Council includes: The Council members included HE, the Executive Governor of Adamawa State, Rt. Hon. Dr. Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, the Tsal Kasala Sheshilga of Madagali; Ambassador Abba Ibrahim, Galadima of Madagali; Alhaji Hamza Bello, Kachalla of Madagali; Hon. Emmanuel Tsamdu, Madawaki of Madagali; Dr.Johnson B. Malgwa, Marafa of Madagali; Engr. Dennis Chinda, Tafida of Madagali; Hon. Marcel Gyala, Wali of Madagali; Professor Abba Waziri, Waziri Madagali Chiefdom; Hon. Saleh Kinjir, Shettima of Madagali Chiefdom; Hon. Hamisu Idris Medugu, Sardauna of Madagali and Alh. Sule Hyanam Dan Galadima of Madagali Chiefdom.
GPF commended Governor Fintiri for spearheading reforms aimed at creating a more inclusive and functional traditional institution in Adamawa State, noting that Madagali Chiefdom had taken the lead in consolidating these efforts.
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“GPF always will stand for progress, progress that benefits all and gives everyone a sense of belonging,” the statement read. “May this moment set the pace for a greater Adamawa and remind us that the efforts of our heroes past were not in vain.”
The Forum prayed for God’s blessings and wisdom for the newly sworn-in council members in discharging their duties, while reaffirming its commitment to supporting initiatives that strengthen unity and traditional governance across the state.
