The Adamawa State Commissioner for Agriculture, Professor David Jatau, is dead.
Professor Jatau reportedly passed away in Abuja on Friday, June 26, 2026, after a brief illness.
As Commissioner for Agriculture, Professor Jatau spearheaded several initiatives aimed at improving food security, boosting agricultural productivity, empowering farmers, and attracting investment into the state’s agricultural sector.
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Government officials, political associates, farmers’ groups, and members of the academic community describe him as a dedicated public servant, an accomplished scholar, and a passionate advocate for sustainable agricultural development.
