Governor Fintiri Celebrates Marwa At 73, Hails NDLEA Chairman

Adamawa State Governor, Ahmadu Fintiri, has felicitated with the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Brigadier General Mohamed Buba Marwa (rtd), on his 73rd birthday.

Governor Fintiri described Marwa as a fine soldier, an illustrious son of Adamawa State and a national asset whose decades of service have continued to inspire generations.

In a congratulatory message issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Humwashi Wonosikou, on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, Fintiri commended Marwa’s contributions to the development of Adamawa State and Nigeria.

The governor said Marwa’s experience as a retired brigadier general and former military governor, coupled with his discipline, leadership and patriotism, had left lasting marks on the state and the country.

Fintiri particularly praised the NDLEA chairman for his commitment to the renewed fight against drug abuse and illicit drug trafficking in Nigeria.

According to him, Marwa’s courage, integrity and results-oriented leadership have helped reposition the anti-narcotics agency and strengthened efforts towards building a drug-free society.

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“As he marks this milestone, I pray that Almighty Allah will continue to grant the NDLEA Chairman good health, strength and wisdom as he continues to serve Nigeria with distinction,” the governor said.

Fintiri added: “I join family, friends and well-wishers in celebrating this great icon of our state and nation. Happy 73rd Birthday.”