Taraba Moves to Boost Milk, Meat Production with Statewide Cattle Breeding Programme The Taraba State Government has begun a statewide cattle genetic improvement programme aimed at increasing milk and meat production, raising livestock farmers’ incomes and gradually transforming cattle production from subsistence farming into a more commercially productive industry. The initiative, which involves the mass…
23rd National Sports Festival Zonal Elimination Begins in Jalingo Monday • Taraba hosts North-East team sports qualifiers from September 12–15 • Sports Commission says all arrangements are in place The Taraba State Sports Development Commission says all necessary arrangements have been concluded for the successful hosting of the Zonal Team Sports Elimination ahead of the…
JALINGO — The newly established Nigerian Army 10 Division has taken another step towards full operationalisation in Taraba State following the arrival of its pioneer General Officer Commanding (GOC), Major General C.R. Nnebeife, in Jalingo. Major General Nnebeife paid a formal visit to the Taraba State Government, where he was received on behalf of Governor…
The Executive Chairman of Sardauna Local Government Area of Taraba State, Hon. Mohammed Jirji Umar, has warned individuals, groups and bloggers against the circulation of unverified and inciting information concerning the recent breach of peace in Mbara Village, Mbamnga District. In a press statement issued on September 18, 2026, the Chairman said the council was…
Female TSU Student Survives Suspected Suicide Attempt After Medical Emergency in Jalingo JALINGO — A female student of Taraba State University (TSU), Jalingo, has survived a suspected suicide attempt after allegedly ingesting a harmful substance. The incident, which occurred in Jalingo, initially sparked concern among students and members of the university community amid conflicting reports…
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…
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…
JALINGO — The Taraba State Primary Health Care Development Agency (TSPHCDA) has announced a major infrastructure upgrade across 113 primary healthcare centres in the state as part of efforts to improve access to quality healthcare services at the grassroots. The Executive Secretary of the agency, Dr. Tukura Nuhu Nyigwa, disclosed this on Wednesday in Jalingo…
How Taraba Govt Got Involved in Alleged ‘Fake’ Federal Agency — Official Fresh details have emerged on how the Taraba State Government became involved with the controversial Made-in-Nigeria Project Office, following revelations that the appointment of the state’s coordinator originated from a formal request purportedly from the Office of the Secretary to the Government of…
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…
JALINGO — There is relief and excitement in Taraba State as Blessing Danjuma, a young Taraba indigene who was trafficked to Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, has finally returned home and reunited with her family in Jalingo. Blessing’s return was facilitated through the collaborative efforts of the Taraba State Government, the National Agency for the Prohibition of…
REJOINDER: A CALL FOR CALM, UNITY, TRANSPARENCY AND MUTUAL UNDERSTANDING OVER THE ₦5,000 TEACHERS’ ID CARD DEDUCTION I wish to sincerely appreciate His Excellency, the Executive Governor of Taraba State, Dr. Agbu Kefas, for his demonstrated commitment to the welfare of workers and, particularly, for taking steps to pay the outstanding salary arrears owed to…
The Governor of Taraba State, Dr. Agbu Kefas, has called on residents of communities affected by recent unrest in Sardauna Local Government Area of the state to shun bitterness and embrace peace. The Governor made the call on Friday shortly after inspecting the ongoing construction of the Force Operating Base, FOB, along Kente Road in…
KEFAS DISSOLVES EXISTING ANTI-ILLEGAL MINING COMMITTEES, CONSTITUTES NEW TASK FORCE …Major A.M. Ghali named Commander as government intensifies crackdown on illegal mining, environmental degradation By Taraba News | Jalingo | September 5, 2026 Taraba State Governor, Dr. Agbu Kefas, has approved the immediate constitution of a new task force to tackle illegal mining and environmental…
JALINGO — Taraba State Governor, Dr. Agbu Kefas, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to protecting lives and property, saying sustainable peace requires the active participation of citizens across the state. The Governor stated this on Monday, September 21, 2026, at an event marking the 2026 International Day of Peace in Jalingo. Represented by the Deputy…
Kefas to Receive Inclusive Development and Social Integration Award JALINGO — Taraba State Governor, Agbu Kefas, is set to receive the Inclusive Development and Social Integration Award at the 2025 Remarkably Outstanding Personality Programme organised by Blueprint Newspapers Limited. The award ceremony is scheduled to hold on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, with the governor expected…
The Commissioner for Secondary, Technical and Vocational Education, Taraba State, Dr Augustina Godwin, has attended the 2026 Second Edition of the Unity Quiz Series, organised in collaboration with the Ministry of Secondary, Technical and Vocational Education (MSTVE), with three secondary schools representing the three senatorial zones of the state. The quiz competition brought together selected…
Islamic Summit: Gov. Kefas Preaches Religious Unity, Pledges Inclusive Governance in Taraba JALINGO — Taraba State Governor, Dr Agbu Kefas, has renewed his call for religious unity and inclusive governance, declaring that his administration will continue to treat citizens fairly regardless of their faith, ethnicity or social background. Kefas spoke on Saturday at the One-Day…
Taraba 2027: APGA’s Danji Names Prof. Zemba Campaign DG, Signals Campaign Kick-Off JALINGO — The governorship candidate of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) in Taraba State, Hon. Danjuma Usman Shiddi, popularly known as Danji SS, has appointed Professor Ambrose Zemba as Director-General of his campaign organisation ahead of the 2027 governorship election. The appointment,…
TARABA GOVERNMENT THROUGH TSEMA PROVIDES RELIEF MATERIALS TO INTERNALLY DISPLACED PERSONS CAMP IN IBI LGA. The Taraba State Emergency Management Agency (TSEMA) has provided relief materials to internally displaced persons (IDPs) in Ibi Local Government Area. Representing the Executive Secretary TSEMA, Dr. Echuseh Audu, Mr. Kitchener Marcel assured the IDPs of Taraba State Government’s continued…
JALINGO — The Taraba Geographic Information Service (TAGIS) has pledged to support the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Jalingo Branch, with land for its proposed secretariat and facilitate access to plots in government layouts for interested lawyers in the state. The commitment was made on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, when the newly elected leadership of the…
JALINGO — Newly recruited personnel of the Taraba State Fire Service are undergoing intensive training in modern firefighting, rescue operations and emergency response, as calls grow for the state government to replace the decades-old legal framework governing the Service. The training, which features practical drills in rescue techniques, rope operations, emergency evacuation, teamwork and other…
As part of ongoing efforts to enhance operational efficiency and improve the welfare of troops, the Commander, 6 Brigade/Sector 3, Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), Brigadier General Chukwuemeka Michael Akaliro, on Wednesday, 23 September 2026, commissioned a newly remodelled and renovated Battalion Headquarters Complex at 20 Model Battalion, Serti Baruwa, Taraba State. The commissioning ceremony also…
AFTER TARABA NEWS SOS, CRCC RESCUES ZAGAH–SUNTAI ROAD Construction company mobilises equipment, personnel as emergency intervention restores Bali–Suntai traffic By Taraba News | Bali Less than 48 hours after flooding washed away sections of the Zagah–Suntai road in Bali Local Government Area of Taraba State, CRCC Construction Company Limited has carried out an emergency intervention…
MTN Network Goes Down in Jalingo, Businesses, Subscribers Stranded JALINGO — Business activities and communication were disrupted across parts of Jalingo, the Taraba State capital, on Thursday following a prolonged outage on the MTN network. The disruption, which lasted for several hours, reportedly affected voice calls, SMS and mobile internet services, leaving many subscribers unable…
Taraba @35: Gov. Kefas Rewards Rwanda Debate Students with ₦5m Each Taraba News Taraba State Governor, Dr. Agbu Kefas, has rewarded students who represented the state at an international debate competition in Rwanda with ₦5 million each, in recognition of their performance and contribution to projecting Taraba on the international stage. The award formed part…
Badawaire Takes APC Taraba North Senate Ticket Dispute to Court The battle over the All Progressives Congress (APC) senatorial ticket for Taraba North has taken a fresh legal turn, as Hon. Kabiru Bello Badawaire has approached the Federal High Court in Abuja over the 2027 Senate nomination. Badawaire is reportedly seeking judicial intervention against Senator…
BOI Seeks Stronger Partnership with Taraba Government The North-East Divisional Head of the Bank of Industry (BOI), Mr. Sanusi A. Gidado, has visited the Taraba State Government to explore stronger collaboration on economic development, entrepreneurship and job creation. Gidado made the call during a courtesy visit to the Secretary to the State Government, Chief Gebon…
Jalingo Goes Tough on Stray Livestock as Taraba Govt Threatens Arrest, Prosecution of Owners Taraba News Livestock owners who allow their animals to wander freely on streets and major roads in Jalingo may soon face arrest and prosecution as the Taraba State Government moves to tackle the growing problem of stray animals within the state…
Gov Kefas Commends Sanitation Agency Chairman, Iliya Kefas, Over Cleaner Jalingo, Environmental Stewardship Taraba News Taraba State Governor, Dr. Agbu Kefas, has commended the Chairman of the Taraba State Environmental and Sanitation Agency, Hon. Iliya Kefas, and personnel of the agency for what the government described as outstanding performance in improving environmental sanitation and the…
