Solomon kumangar at 59: Adamawa’s voice of truth and service celebrates a life of purpose

 Yola, Adamawa State - November 11, 2025

The air around the Adamawa State Ministry of Information was filled with warmth and admiration as colleagues and friends gathered to celebrate the 59th birthday of its Permanent Secretary, Solomon Kumangar — a man many describe as the steady voice of truth, service, and loyalty in public communication.

For more than three decades, Kumangar has stood tall in Nigeria’s information landscape — first as a journalist, then as a reform-minded civil servant. Calm, deliberate, and fiercely professional, he has built a reputation as one of Adamawa’s most dependable communicators, a bridge between government and the governed.

Born and raised in Adamawa, Kumangar’s story is one of quiet achievement and steadfast dedication. His early years in the media sharpened his instinct for clarity and balance, traits that later defined his tenure in government. As Director-General of Media and Communications to Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, he became the administration’s public voice, steering state messaging with precision and composure even during the most testing political seasons.

When he was appointed Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Information, Kumangar brought with him a clear vision: to modernise the ministry, deepen public trust, and ensure information flowed with accuracy and accountability. Under his leadership, the ministry embraced digital communication, strengthened media relations, and established itself as a reliable source of transparent governance.

Those who work closely with him describe him as a quiet mentor — firm but fair, humble yet highly disciplined. “He leads with wisdom and never seeks the spotlight,” one colleague remarked. “But his influence is everywhere — in how we think, how we write, and how we serve.”

Beyond his office, Kumangar’s kindness and community spirit shine through. He is known to quietly support youth empowerment projects, educational programmes, and media training initiatives across Adamawa, helping nurture a new generation of professionals grounded in ethics and excellence.

As he turns 59, tributes continue to pour in from journalists, civil servants, and public figures who hail him as a man who has “given his voice to truth and his heart to service.”

In his own modest words, Kumangar said, “Public service is not about position — it’s about purpose. I thank God for the privilege to serve and to keep telling Adamawa’s story.”

At 59, Solomon Kumangar remains more than a public servant — he is the conscience of communication and a living symbol of integrity in government.

Credit: The Finder

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