Governorship · Adamawa · 2027
Democratic Leadership Alliance (DLA)Tame Vadlya Tizhe&Ali Amina Muhammad
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Tame Vadlya Tizhe (press: Professor Vadlya Tame) is the Democratic Leadership Alliance (DLA) governorship candidate in Adamawa State for the election of 6 February 2027 (INEC final list, 10 October 2026), with Ali Amina Muhammad as his running mate. INEC lists him as a 50-year-old man whose declared qualifications are the First School Leaving Certificate, the Senior School Certificate and a BSc. He is a professor at Modibbo Adama University, Yola, where reports in November 2024 named him head of the Department of Crop Production and the university celebrated him as the first specialist in post-harvest physiology and storage technology in Northern Nigeria. Tribune reports that his first degree, master's degree and PhD all came from the Federal University of Technology Yola, now Modibbo Adama University (INEC's list shows only the BSc). He was the sole aspirant at the DLA's Adamawa governorship primary, reported on 29 May 2026, when delegates from the 226 wards unanimously adopted him. On 16 October 2026 he was among DLA governorship candidates who endorsed President Tinubu for the presidency while saying they would stay in the DLA for the governorship and assembly races.
From the public profile
Read the evidence · 6 sources
- INEC
2026-10-10: "SN 10; DLA; TAME VADLYA TIZHE; age 50; M; qualification: FSLC SSCE BSc; running mate: ALI AMINA MUHAMMAD"
SN 10; DLA; TAME VADLYA TIZHE; age 50; M; qualification: FSLC SSCE BSc; running mate: ALI AMINA MUHAMMAD
- Leadership
2024-11-27: "Modibbo Adama University (MAU), Yola, has celebrated Professor Vadlya T. Tame, the first-ever specialist in post-harvest physiology and storage technology in Northern Nigeria."
Modibbo Adama University (MAU), Yola, has celebrated Professor Vadlya T. Tame, the first-ever specialist in post-harvest physiology and storage technology in Northern Nigeria.
- Tribune Online
2026-05-29: "A university lecturer, Professor Vadlya Tame, has emerged as the governorship candidate of the Democratic Leadership Alliance (DLA) for the 2027 governorship election in Adamawa."
A university lecturer, Professor Vadlya Tame, has emerged as the governorship candidate of the Democratic Leadership Alliance (DLA) for the 2027 governorship election in Adamawa.
- Tribune Online
2026-10-11: "Democratic Leadership Alliance (DLA): Tame Vadlya Tizhe — Ali Amina Muhammad."
Democratic Leadership Alliance (DLA): Tame Vadlya Tizhe — Ali Amina Muhammad.
- Tribune Online
2024-11-26: "He congratulated the newly promoted Professor Vadlya Tame who is the Head of Department of Crop Production"
He congratulated the newly promoted Professor Vadlya Tame who is the Head of Department of Crop Production
- Punch
2026-10-16: "Prof. Valdya Tame (Adamawa)"
Prof. Valdya Tame (Adamawa)
School years & education
Dates not recorded
Federal University of Technology, Yola (now Modibbo Adama University)
First degree (BSc declared to INEC) · Yola, Adamawa
Read the evidence · 3 sources
- INEC
2026-10-10: "SN 10; DLA; TAME VADLYA TIZHE; age 50; M; qualification: FSLC SSCE BSc; running mate: ALI AMINA MUHAMMAD"
SN 10; DLA; TAME VADLYA TIZHE; age 50; M; qualification: FSLC SSCE BSc; running mate: ALI AMINA MUHAMMAD
- Leadership
2024-11-27: "A graduate of the Federal University of Technology (now Modibbo Adama University), Professor Tame"
A graduate of the Federal University of Technology (now Modibbo Adama University), Professor Tame
- Tribune Online
2024-11-26: "Professor Tame who had his first, second and his PhD from Federal University of Technology (FUTY) now Moddibo Adama University ( MAU)"
Professor Tame who had his first, second and his PhD from Federal University of Technology (FUTY) now Moddibo Adama University ( MAU)
- INEC
Dates not recorded
Federal University of Technology, Yola (now Modibbo Adama University)
Master's degree · Yola, Adamawa
Read the evidence · 1 source
- Tribune Online
2024-11-26: "Professor Tame who had his first, second and his PhD from Federal University of Technology (FUTY) now Moddibo Adama University ( MAU)"
Professor Tame who had his first, second and his PhD from Federal University of Technology (FUTY) now Moddibo Adama University ( MAU)
- Tribune Online
Dates not recorded
Federal University of Technology, Yola (now Modibbo Adama University)
PhD · Yola, Adamawa
Read the evidence · 1 source
- Tribune Online
2024-11-26: "Professor Tame who had his first, second and his PhD from Federal University of Technology (FUTY) now Moddibo Adama University ( MAU)"
Professor Tame who had his first, second and his PhD from Federal University of Technology (FUTY) now Moddibo Adama University ( MAU)
- Tribune Online
A working life
From 2024
Professor of post-harvest physiology and storage technology
Modibbo Adama University, Yola
Promoted to professor (reported 26 Nov 2024, 'newly promoted'); celebrated by the university as the first specialist in post-harvest physiology and storage technology in Northern Nigeria (university statement). Earlier ranks and years not found.
Read the evidence · 3 sources
- Tribune Online
2026-05-29: "A university lecturer, Professor Vadlya Tame, has emerged as the governorship candidate of the Democratic Leadership Alliance (DLA) for the 2027 governorship election in Adamawa."
A university lecturer, Professor Vadlya Tame, has emerged as the governorship candidate of the Democratic Leadership Alliance (DLA) for the 2027 governorship election in Adamawa.
- Leadership
2024-11-27: "Modibbo Adama University (MAU), Yola, has celebrated Professor Vadlya T. Tame, the first-ever specialist in post-harvest physiology and storage technology in Northern Nigeria."
Modibbo Adama University (MAU), Yola, has celebrated Professor Vadlya T. Tame, the first-ever specialist in post-harvest physiology and storage technology in Northern Nigeria.
- Tribune Online
2024-11-26: "He congratulated the newly promoted Professor Vadlya Tame who is the Head of Department of Crop Production"
He congratulated the newly promoted Professor Vadlya Tame who is the Head of Department of Crop Production
- Tribune Online
Dates not recorded
Head of Department of Crop Production
Modibbo Adama University, Yola
Named as head of the Department of Crop Production in November 2024 reports; appointment day and current status not found.
Read the evidence · 2 sources
- Tribune Online
2024-11-26: "He congratulated the newly promoted Professor Vadlya Tame who is the Head of Department of Crop Production"
He congratulated the newly promoted Professor Vadlya Tame who is the Head of Department of Crop Production
- Leadership
2024-11-27: "Modibbo Adama University (MAU), Yola, has celebrated Professor Vadlya T. Tame, the first-ever specialist in post-harvest physiology and storage technology in Northern Nigeria."
Modibbo Adama University (MAU), Yola, has celebrated Professor Vadlya T. Tame, the first-ever specialist in post-harvest physiology and storage technology in Northern Nigeria.
- Tribune Online
The path into public service
From 2027
Governor
Adamawa
Read the evidence · 1 source
- INEC
2026-10-10: "SN 10; DLA; TAME VADLYA TIZHE; age 50; M; qualification: FSLC SSCE BSc; running mate: ALI AMINA MUHAMMAD"
SN 10; DLA; TAME VADLYA TIZHE; age 50; M; qualification: FSLC SSCE BSc; running mate: ALI AMINA MUHAMMAD
- INEC
Life outside
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Work, writing and public family connections. The experiences and relationships beyond a political career.
About Tame Vadlya TizheBack to biography
Work & organisations
Dates not recorded
Modibbo Adama University, Yola
Head of Department of Crop Production · employee · Higher education
Named as head of the Department of Crop Production in November 2024 reports; appointment day and current status not found.
Read the evidence · 2 sources
- Tribune Online
2024-11-26: "He congratulated the newly promoted Professor Vadlya Tame who is the Head of Department of Crop Production"
He congratulated the newly promoted Professor Vadlya Tame who is the Head of Department of Crop Production
- Leadership
2024-11-27: "Modibbo Adama University (MAU), Yola, has celebrated Professor Vadlya T. Tame, the first-ever specialist in post-harvest physiology and storage technology in Northern Nigeria."
Modibbo Adama University (MAU), Yola, has celebrated Professor Vadlya T. Tame, the first-ever specialist in post-harvest physiology and storage technology in Northern Nigeria.
- Tribune Online
From 2024
Modibbo Adama University, Yola
Professor of post-harvest physiology and storage technology · employee · Higher education
Promoted to professor (reported 26 Nov 2024, 'newly promoted'); celebrated by the university as the first specialist in post-harvest physiology and storage technology in Northern Nigeria (university statement). Earlier ranks and years not found.
Read the evidence · 3 sources
- Tribune Online
2026-05-29: "A university lecturer, Professor Vadlya Tame, has emerged as the governorship candidate of the Democratic Leadership Alliance (DLA) for the 2027 governorship election in Adamawa."
A university lecturer, Professor Vadlya Tame, has emerged as the governorship candidate of the Democratic Leadership Alliance (DLA) for the 2027 governorship election in Adamawa.
- Leadership
2024-11-27: "Modibbo Adama University (MAU), Yola, has celebrated Professor Vadlya T. Tame, the first-ever specialist in post-harvest physiology and storage technology in Northern Nigeria."
Modibbo Adama University (MAU), Yola, has celebrated Professor Vadlya T. Tame, the first-ever specialist in post-harvest physiology and storage technology in Northern Nigeria.
- Tribune Online
2024-11-26: "He congratulated the newly promoted Professor Vadlya Tame who is the Head of Department of Crop Production"
He congratulated the newly promoted Professor Vadlya Tame who is the Head of Department of Crop Production
- Tribune Online
Family in public life
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In their own words
Books, articles and other published work.
Influence of Biopesticides on the Nutrient Content of Stored Cowpea (Vigna unguiculata) in Yola, Adamawa State, Nigeria
2026 · journal article · Tunisian Journal of Plant Protection (AJOL)
Read the evidence · 1 source
- Tunisian Journal of Plant Protection (Crossref record)
2026-01-23: "Influence of Biopesticides on the Nutrient Content of Stored Cowpea (Vigna unguiculata) in Yola, Adamawa State, Nigeria — Vadlya Tizhe Tame, Daniel Terremun Gungula, Mohammed Ahmed, Dlama Kwada Zira"
Influence of Biopesticides on the Nutrient Content of Stored Cowpea (Vigna unguiculata) in Yola, Adamawa State, Nigeria — Vadlya Tizhe Tame, Daniel Terremun Gungula, Mohammed Ahmed, Dlama Kwada Zira
- Tunisian Journal of Plant Protection (Crossref record)
Chemical, Functional and Sensory Characterization of Non-commercial Unripe Banana Based Blends for Healthy Custard Food
2025 · journal article · Asian Journal of Food Research and Nutrition (Sciencedomain International)
Read the evidence · 1 source
- Asian Journal of Food Research and Nutrition (Crossref record)
2025-08-29: "Chemical, Functional and Sensory Characterization of Non-commercial Unripe Banana Based Blends for Healthy Custard Food — Vadlya T. Tame, Lorater G. Hanson"
Chemical, Functional and Sensory Characterization of Non-commercial Unripe Banana Based Blends for Healthy Custard Food — Vadlya T. Tame, Lorater G. Hanson
- Asian Journal of Food Research and Nutrition (Crossref record)
Effect of Drying Methods and Packaging on the Nutritional Values of Onions (Allium cepa L.) Bulbs
2020 · journal article · Asian Plant Research Journal (Sciencedomain International)
Read the evidence · 1 source
- Asian Plant Research Journal (Crossref record)
2020-06-22: "Effect of Drying Methods and Packaging on the Nutritional Values of Onions (Allium cepa L.) Bulbs — Elizabeth Toyin Afolabi, Vadlya Tizhe Tame"
Effect of Drying Methods and Packaging on the Nutritional Values of Onions (Allium cepa L.) Bulbs — Elizabeth Toyin Afolabi, Vadlya Tizhe Tame
- Asian Plant Research Journal (Crossref record)
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Showing Tame Vadlya TizheChange person
At the ballot
2027 · Gubernatorial primary
Democratic Leadership Alliance · Won · Adamawa
Record notes
INEC final list of candidates (Governorship, Adamawa State), published 2026-10-10 — SN 10; INEC name: TAME VADLYA TIZHE; age 50; male; qualification (as declared to INEC): FSLC SSCE BSc; running mate: Ali Amina Muhammad · Primary: DLA governorship primary in Adamawa at the Universal Basic Education Hall, reported 2026-05-29 (exact day not given). He was the sole aspirant and was unanimously adopted by delegates and party members from the 226 wards; the primary committee chair, Dr Beatrice Benjamin, announced him; INEC officials monitored. No vote figures published (Tribune, 29 May 2026). Running mate Ali Amina Muhammad is on INEC's final list; when she was named was not found.
Read the evidence · 3 sources
- inecnigeria.org
Tame Vadlya Tizhe — gubernatorial 2027
- Tribune Online
2026-05-29: "A university lecturer, Professor Vadlya Tame, has emerged as the governorship candidate of the Democratic Leadership Alliance (DLA) for the 2027 governorship election in Adamawa."
A university lecturer, Professor Vadlya Tame, has emerged as the governorship candidate of the Democratic Leadership Alliance (DLA) for the 2027 governorship election in Adamawa.
- Tribune Online
2026-10-11: "Democratic Leadership Alliance (DLA): Tame Vadlya Tizhe — Ali Amina Muhammad."
Democratic Leadership Alliance (DLA): Tame Vadlya Tizhe — Ali Amina Muhammad.
- inecnigeria.org
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About Tame Vadlya TizheBack to biography
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