A political aspirant for Guyuk/Shelleng Federal Constituency, Mrs Golfa Mallim, has advocated the preservation of cultural heritage in promoting peace, tourism, and development in Adamawa state.
Mallim stated this in an interview with newsmen at the 2025 Sinmi-Lalama Cultural Festival in Guyuk.
She said promoting Adamawa’s cultural traditions would strengthen unity, attract investments, and enhance peace and development across the state.
She expressed appreciation to Governor Ahmadu Fintiri and the World Ethnologue Organisation for correcting her tribe’s name from “Lunguda” to “Nungura.”
According to her, the correction restored historical accuracy and reaffirmed the cultural identity of her people, which has been misrepresented by early traders.
Mallim commended the government for its commitment to preserving cultural values through the revival of festivals, traditional institutions, and indigenous arts.
“The governor has worked closely with traditional rulers to strengthen unity, peace, and social harmony among the diverse ethnic groups in the state.
“Festivals such as the Njuwa Fishing Festival, Mbula Cultural Day, and Kilba Day have been revived to promote tourism and cultural pride.
“Other major festivals, are; Sinmi-Lalama, Pulaaku, Bwatiye Kwete, Sukur, and Yandang, as symbols of Adamawa’s vibrant cultural heritage.
“Such events create economic opportunities for artisans, dancers, and performers while empowering youths and fostering community development,” she said.
The aspirant pledged to promote culture-driven leadership that united communities, empowered youths, and advanced peace and sustainable development in Adamawa state.
NAN / Foluke Ibitomi