TARABA APC CHAIRMAN RECEIVES SUPPORT GROUPS, TIV COMMUNITY LEADERS AT PARTY SECRETARIAT. The Taraba State Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Alhaji Abubakar Bawa, on Thursday received different support groups and community leaders on courtesy visits at the state party secretariat in Jalingo. The first two groups came with a common objective, to formally…
UMCN BISHOP NOMINATION: DOPAH LEADS AFTER THREE CONFERENCES Hamman, Iliya trail as Southern, Central conferences await By Our Correspondent The nomination process for the Bishop of the newly created Episcopal Area of the United Methodist Church in Nigeria (UMCN) is progressing, with Rev. Dr. Phillip Micah Dopah currently leading the cumulative figures from three of…
Taraba Begins 2027 Budget Consultation, Seeks Citizens’ Input Stakeholders urged to identify realistic priorities for inclusion in Appropriation Bill By Our Correspondent The Taraba State Government has commenced zonal consultations with citizens and key stakeholders as part of preparations for the 2027 Appropriation Bill, with the Commissioner for Finance, Budget and Economic Planning, Dr. Sarah…
GOV AGBU KEFAS INSPECTS PERMANENT SITE FOR 6 BRIGADE NIGERIAN ARMY IN WUKARI The Governor of Taraba State, His Excellency Dr. Agbu Kefas, has inspected the permanent site designated for the construction of the 6 Brigade of the Nigerian Army in Wukari, saying the establishment of the Brigade will strengthen security in the southern part…
TSU Holds 11th Inaugural Lecture, Highlights Mangroves as Shield for Nigeria’s Shores Taraba State University, Jalingo, has held its 11th Inaugural Lecture, marking another milestone in the institution’s academic and intellectual development. The lecture, titled “The Science of Wood: Mangroves as a Paradigm Shift; The Shield of Nigeria’s Shores,” was delivered by Professor Emuobonuvie Amy…
NBA JALINGO BRANCH LEADERSHIP PAYS COURTESY VISIT TO NDLEA TARABA STATE COMMAND As part of its ongoing familiarisation tour, the Leadership of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) Jalingo Branch, led by the Chairman, Dr. Daniel P. Saredau, today, 16th September, 2026, paid a courtesy visit to the NDLEA Taraba State Command Headquarters. The delegation was…
Taraba, NAPTIP Intercept Six Persons Allegedly Being Trafficked to Ibadan JALINGO — The Taraba State Government, in collaboration with the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP), has intercepted six persons allegedly being transported from Jalingo to Ibadan, Oyo State. The intervention took place at Owoniyi Motor Park in Jalingo, where a…
Takum Youths Eulogize Chairman Benjamin Bako Over Development Initiatives Group highlights road projects, school rehabilitation, healthcare improvement, market remodelling in first 10 months JALINGO/TAKUM — Youths in Takum Local Government Area of Taraba State have commended the Executive Chairman of the council, Hon. Benjamin Bako, for what they described as significant development initiatives and people-oriented…
MAMBILLA PLATEAU UNREST: DSS OFFICER REPORTEDLY KILLED AS SARDAUNA COUNCIL IMPOSES CURFEW Stakeholders Sue for Peace, Urge Residents to Reject Rumours and Retaliation JALINGO, TARABA STATE — September 16, 2026 Tension has escalated in parts of Sardauna Local Government Area of Taraba State following reports of violent unrest around Mbamnga District, with a Department of…
TENSION ON MAMBILLA PLATEAU AS DSS OFFICER REPORTEDLY KILLED, CURFEW IMPOSED IN AFFECTED COMMUNITIES JALINGO, TARABA STATE — September 16, 2026 Tension has risen in parts of Sardauna Local Government Area of Taraba State following reports of violent clashes around Mbamnga, Mbara and Geroji communities on the Mambilla Plateau. Reports from residents and other local…
LIYATU CASE: COMMON GROUND REPORT DEMANDS ACCOUNTABILITY AS TARABA NHRC DENIES WRONGDOING JALINGO — The Taraba State Office of the National Human Rights Commission, NHRC, has denied any wrongdoing in the handling of the case involving Liyatu, saying its staff, Barrister Ikrimah Ibrahim Isa, did not commit any misconduct in connection with the matter. The…
Kwararafa Galaxy Club, TY Danjuma Foundation Train 64 Teachers in Takum The Kwararafa Galaxy Club, in conjunction with the TY Danjuma Foundation, has organised a one-day refresher training programme for teachers in Takum Local Government Area of Taraba State, as part of efforts to strengthen teaching and learning in Mathematics and Science. The training, which…
RECTOR’S SUSPENSION NOT LINKED TO TETFUND FUNDS — TARABA MINISTRY JALINGO — The Taraba State Ministry of Tertiary Education has dismissed reports linking the suspension of the Rector of the College of Agriculture, Science and Technology (COAST), Jalingo, Dr. Yakubu Ali Garjila, to a dispute over TETFund intervention funds. The ministry said the suspension was…
TSEMA BOSS ATTENDS ZONAL CONSULTATION ON NATIONAL DISASTER RELIEF AND RECOVERY POLICY IN KANO KANO — The Executive Secretary of the Taraba State Emergency Management Agency (TSEMA), Dr. Echuseh Audu, has participated in a two-day Northwest/Northeast zonal stakeholders’ consultation workshop on the Draft National Policy on Disaster Risk Reduction and Recovery. The workshop, held in…
TARABA STATE UNIVERSITY APOLOGISES TO GRADUATING STUDENTS OVER OMISSION OF FIRST-CLASS, BEST GRADUANDS JALINGO — The Management of Taraba State University, Jalingo, has apologised to graduating students, particularly those who graduated with First-Class honours and the best graduating students at faculty, department and programme levels, following their omission from formal recognition during the university’s recently…
The Taraba State Government has stepped up monitoring of secondary schools across the state, with the Ministry of Secondary, Technical and Vocational Education warning that it will not tolerate acts of indiscipline capable of undermining the quality of education in the state. The monitoring exercise, led by the Honorable Commissioner, Permanent Secretary and Secretary of…
GOVERNOR KEFAS OPENS 32ND TARABA ANNUAL QUR’ANIC RECITATION COMPETITION Taraba State Governor, Dr. Agbu Kefas, has declared open the 32nd Annual Taraba State Qur’anic Recitation Competition, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to religious harmony, Islamic education and peaceful coexistence across the state. Governor Kefas, who was represented by his Special Adviser on Muslim Religious Matters, Alhaji…
GOVERNOR KEFAS APPOINTS PROF. DEMO JOAB USMAN KALLA AS VICE CHANCELLOR OF TARABA STATE UNIVERSITY OF TROPICAL AGRICULTURE Taraba State Governor, Dr. Agbu Kefas, has approved the appointment of Professor Demo Joab Usman Kalla as the Vice Chancellor of the Taraba State University of Tropical Agriculture, Science, Technology and Climate Action, Gembu. The appointment was…
Turkish Investors Eye 1,500 Tonnes of Taraba Products Quarterly • Plans “Taraba Coffee” flagship outlet in Istanbul • Highland Tea, chocolate targeted for Turkish, European markets • Investors expected in Taraba for talks with Gov Kefas • Deal subject to quality checks, supply capacity and commercial negotiations By Taraba News Taraba State’s drive to take…
GOV KEFAS PAYS CONDOLENCE VISIT TO BAMANGA TUKUR’S FAMILY IN YOLA Taraba State Governor, His Excellency Dr. Agbu Kefas, has visited Yola, Adamawa State, to condole with the family of the late elder statesman and former Governor of the defunct Gongola State, Alhaji Bamanga Muhammad Tukur, CON. Gov Agbu Kefas, who led a delegation of…
HON. ANAS MUHAMMED: I’M CONTESTING TO GIVE TARABA PURPOSEFUL LEADERSHIP AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT The Governorship Candidate of the Action Alliance (AA), Hon. Anas Muhammed, has described his 2027 governorship ambition as a deep sense of responsibility and commitment to the development of Taraba State. Speaking on the SUM TV Morning Show, Hon. Anas said his…
Bwacha Congratulates TSU on Historic Convocation, Calls for Increased Funding PDP 2027 governorship candidate pays tribute to late Governor Danbaba Suntai Seeks improved infrastructure, campus security and scholarships Urges prudent, transparent management of university funds The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate in Taraba State for the 2027 election, Senator Emmanuel Bwacha, CON, Esq., has…
Police Promise Transparent Probe Into Death of Officer Ejeh John in Taraba Suspect arrested, currently in police custody CP Edwin Ogbeghagha orders professional, objective investigation Command assures family case will not be swept under carpet The Taraba State Police Command has assured the family and members of the public that the circumstances surrounding the death…
Appointment takes effect November 1, 2026 To work with four bishops overseeing Nigerian annual conferences Auta to become Bishop Emeritus while serving as Coordinator The Global Methodist Church has announced the appointment of Bishop John Pena Auta as Coordinator for the Global Methodist Church of Nigeria, with effect from November 1, 2026. The appointment was…
GOV AGBU KEFAS ASSURES INVESTORS OF FAVOURABLE BUSINESS ENVIRONMENT, SECURITY IN TARABA Following the successful maiden Taraba State Solid Minerals Investment Roundtable, Governor Agbu Kefas has held a special engagement meeting with investors and representatives of mining companies at the Exco Chamber of the TY Danjuma House in Jalingo the state capital. The meeting provided…
KEFAS COMMISSIONS MEGA PROJECTS AS TSU HOLDS COMBINED CONVOCATION Opens ultra-modern female hostel, 700-capacity multipurpose hall TSU says 72 academic programmes now have full accreditation Governor challenges graduates to become job creators VC seeks additional infrastructure, facilities for teaching and research Taraba State Governor, Dr. Agbu Kefas, has commissioned major infrastructure projects at Taraba State…
NIGERIAN ARMY PROBES SEXUAL ABUSE ALLEGATION AGAINST SERVING OFFICER, CAPTAIN ETIM ESSIEN The Nigerian Army has commenced an investigation into allegations of sexual abuse involving a serving officer, Captain Etim Essien, currently serving at Headquarters 3 Division, Jos. The Army, in a statement issued by the Acting Deputy Director, Army Public Relations, 3 Division, Lieutenant…
Faith Samson Nkumsar has emerged as the 13th Miss Taraba, while Reagan Joel has been crowned Mr Taraba 2026/2027, following the conclusion of the annual pageant in Taraba State. GREENLAND UNIVERSITY VISITS TARABA EDUCATION COMMISSIONER, SEEKS GOVERNMENT PARTNERSHIP The two emerged winners at a colourful event that brought together young contestants from different parts of…
ADAMU ZING CELEBRATES RAHAB MACHOKO ON 2026 WOMEN EMPOWERMENT AWARD Chairman of the Governor Kefas Again 2027 Campaign Organisation, Hon. Adamu Umaru Zing, has congratulated the Chairperson of the Stand Up Women Society (SWS), Taraba State Chapter, Mrs. Rahab Machoko, on her recognition as the 2026 Women Empowerment Champion by Stand Up Society for Women…
MURBAI BLINDNESS: WATER NOT CAUSE OF EYE PROBLEMS — TARABA HEALTH COMMISSIONER Commissioner leads medical team to remote community for on-the-spot investigation Says preliminary findings do not link blindness to water source Admits Murbai urgently needs safe drinking water Affected children, adults already receiving treatment Community demands healthcare facility, clean water Medical investigation continues to…
