Gov Kefas Meets Chief of Army Staff on Security
Taraba State Governor, His Excellency Dr. Agbu Kefas, on Thursday held a follow-up meeting with…
Gov Kefas Meets Chief of Army Staff on Security
Taraba State Governor, His Excellency Dr. Agbu Kefas, on Thursday held a follow-up meeting with the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, at the Nigerian Army Headquarters in Abuja to strengthen collaboration on security in the state. The meeting focused on ongoing efforts to tackle insecurity, enhance military presence, and improve operational support…
2027: Kefas/Tinubu Support Network Targets Grassroots Mobilisation in Taraba
By Taraba News The Kefas/Tinubu Support Network 2027 has announced plans to intensify grassroots mobilisation across Taraba State ahead of the 2027 general elections, with young people and women identified as key targets of its mobilisation strategy. The group said it would mobilise support for Taraba State Governor, Dr. Agbu Kefas, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu…
65-YEAR RETIREMENT AGE OR 40 YEARS OF SERVICE FOR HEALTH WORKERS AWAITS GOVERNOR KEFAS’ ASSENT
By Taraba News The Taraba State Government has commenced moves towards adopting the policy extending the retirement age for eligible health professionals to 65 years or 40 years of service, whichever comes first, following the Federal Government’s directive on the matter. The Head of the Civil Service of Taraba State, Dr. Hamidu Ahmed Kara, disclosed…
DR AUGUSTINA ATTENDS 2026 UNITY QUIZ SERIES AS GSSS JALINGO EMERGES WINNER
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…
TSEMA Joins NEMA, World Bank Workshop on National Disaster Management Framework
By Taraba News The Taraba State Emergency Management Agency (TSEMA) has participated in a zonal stakeholders’ workshop on the review of the National Disaster Management Framework (NDMF) and the National Disaster Response Plan (NDRP). The workshop, organised by the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) in collaboration with the World Bank Group, was held at City…
Gov Kefas: I Believe God Brought Me Into Leadership for a Purpose
Taraba State Governor, Dr. Agbu Kefas, has said he believes his emergence as governor was ordained by God for a specific purpose, assuring that he remains committed to using his position to serve the people and contribute to the development of the state. Governor Kefas stated this on Thursday at the TY Danjuma House in…
Taraba Flags Off Distribution of Free Education Materials to GSS Gembu
By Taraba News The Taraba State Government has commenced the distribution of free educational materials to students of Government Secondary School (GSS), Gembu, as part of efforts to strengthen teaching and learning across the state. The distribution, provided under the initiative of the Taraba State Governor, Dr. Agbu Kefas, was officially flagged off at the…
Iliya Kefas Faces Fundamental Rights Suit at Federal High Court in Jalingo
By Taraba News The Chairman of the Taraba State Environmental Sanitation Agency, Hon. Iliya Kefas Alhaji, has been named as a respondent in a Fundamental Rights Enforcement suit filed before the Federal High Court in Jalingo Judicial Division. The suit was instituted by Hon. Gilbert Edward Vadulle and Mr. Alexander Abednatus Ubandoma under the Fundamental…
Wole Ayodele Declares for Taraba NUJ Chairmanship, Unveils Five-Point Agenda
By Taraba News The Taraba State Correspondent of THURDAY Newspaper, Comrade Wole Ayodele, has formally declared his intention to contest for the chairmanship of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Taraba State Council. The declaration was contained in a statement signed by the Director-General of the Wole Ayodele Campaign Council, Sanee Yarima, and the Deputy…
Taraba Tertiary Workers Threaten Two-Week Warning Strike Over Unpaid Allowances, Salary Deductions
By Taraba News Workers under the Joint Action Committee of Tertiary Institutions in Taraba State (JACTI) have issued a two-week ultimatum to the Taraba State Government to address a series of outstanding welfare, salary and allowance-related grievances, warning that failure to act could trigger a two-week warning strike. JACTI made the position known in a…
Taraba Government Begins Perimeter Fencing, Classroom Renovation at Kinkiso Primary School
The Taraba State Government, under the leadership of His Excellency, Dr. Agbu Kefas, has commenced the construction of a perimeter fence and the renovation of a block of three classrooms at Kinkiso Primary School, Wukari. The intervention is being implemented through the Taraba State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB), Jalingo, in collaboration with the Wukari…
COMMANDER, 6 BRIGADE COMMISSIONS REMODELLED HEADQUARTERS COMPLEX, OTHER FACILITIES AT 20 MODEL BATTALION, SERTI
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…
MBAMNGA CRISIS: COMMANDER, 6 BRIGADE NIGERIAN ARMY, ENGAGES STAKEHOLDERS, REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO PEACE AND UNITY IN TARABA STATE
In line with ongoing efforts to address security challenges, safeguard lives and property, and promote peaceful coexistence among the diverse communities in Taraba State, the Commander, 6 Brigade Nigerian Army (NA) / Sector 3, Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), Brigadier General Chukwuemeka Michael Akaliro, alongside the Commissioner of Police, Taraba State, CP Edwin Ogbeghagha, and other…
NEDC REAFFIRMS SUPPORT FOR DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVES IN JALINGO, TARABA
By Taraba News JALINGO — The North East Development Commission (NEDC) has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting development initiatives aimed at improving the living conditions of residents across Taraba State. The Taraba State Coordinator of the Commission, Mallam Adamu M. Lawan, stated this on Thursday when he received the Executive Chairman of Jalingo Local Government…
ASUU, TSU MANAGEMENT MEET TARABA GOVERNMENT OVER CATA IMPLEMENTATION
JALINGO — The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Taraba State Chapter, and the management of Taraba State University (TSU) have met with the Taraba State Ministry of Tertiary Education to deliberate on the implementation of the Consolidated Academic Tertiary Allowances (CATA) for academic staff of the university. The meeting, held on Tuesday at the…
JOINT TASK FORCE INTENSIFIES CRACKDOWN ON ILLEGAL MINING IN TARABA
JALINGO — The newly constituted Joint Task Force on Anti-Mining Operations has intensified enforcement activities against illegal mining across several communities in Taraba State, as part of efforts to protect the state’s mineral resources, safeguard lives and prevent environmental degradation. The task force has carried out operations in Mayo Kam, Kusum, Daban Yarima and Gidansta…
GSS Wukari Set 2000 Responds to Ibrahim’s Petition Against Senator Jimkuta Over Alleged Certificate Forgery
JALINGO — Members of the 2000 graduating set of Government Secondary School (GSS), Wukari, Taraba State, have responded to a petition filed by retired Major General A.T. Ibrahim against Senator David Jimkuta over allegations that the lawmaker submitted forged secondary school credentials. The former classmates, who addressed journalists in Jalingo on Wednesday, said they had…
SECURITY OPERATIVES ARREST SUSPECTED GANG LINKED TO ATTACKS ON TARABA NURSING STUDENTS
JALINGO — Security operatives have arrested members of a suspected criminal gang allegedly linked to a series of attacks on students of the Taraba State College of Nursing Sciences, Jalingo. The suspects are said to be connected to attacks around the Yaggai and ATC areas of Jalingo, where several students have reportedly been robbed and…
NATU TABLE WATER, STRATEGIC INTERVENTION INITIATIVE ESTABLISH SKILL ACQUISITION CENTRE, DONATE 20 SEWING MACHINES TO TARABA CORRECTIONAL CENTRE
JALINGO — The Strategic Intervention Initiative (SII), in partnership with NATU Table Water, has established a skill acquisition centre at the Medium Security Custodial Centre (MSCC), Jalingo, with the donation of 20 new sewing machines and cutting tables to support the vocational training of inmates. The initiative is aimed at promoting rehabilitation, economic empowerment and…
CATCH THEM YOUNG: ICAN Jalingo Mentors Taraba University Students on Path to Becoming Professional Accountants
JALINGO — The Jalingo and District Society of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN), in collaboration with the National Union of Accounting Students Association (NUASA), has organised a mentorship programme for accounting students of Taraba State University on the roadmap to becoming professional accountants. The programme, held on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, at…
Hon. Peter George Assumes Water Management Ministry, Pledges Renewed Commitment to Serving Taraba
By Jassen Jalingo 23rd September, 2026 Jalingo, Taraba State — The newly appointed Commissioner for Water Management and Aquatic Affairs, Hon. Peter George, has officially assumed duty, pledging to work collaboratively with the ministry’s management and staff to strengthen the sector and improve the lives of residents across Taraba State. George, who previously served as…
Court Revokes Bail, Issues Bench Warrant Against Abdulmumin Imam
JALINGO — A court presided over by Justice Christian Jonah has revoked the bail granted to social media influencer Abdulmumin Imam and ordered the issuance of a bench warrant compelling him to appear in court. The order was made today in the case instituted by the Taraba State Government against Imam over allegations he made…
Sunkani Residents Appeal to Representatives Over Electricity, Water Crisis
By Taraba News Residents of Sunkani, headquarters of Ardo Kola Local Government Area of Taraba State, have appealed to their political representatives to urgently intervene in the community’s prolonged electricity and water challenges. The appeal was contained in an open letter signed by Edam Rubilakayan Benos, a concerned citizen of Sunkani, and addressed to Hon….
Taraba Health Board Warns Staff Over Missing Official Records
Executive Secretary Orders Proper Custody of Personnel Files, Official Documents JALINGO — September 22, 2026: The Taraba State Health Service Management Board (TRS-HSMB) has warned its staff against the loss, destruction, mutilation or improper handling of government documents, particularly personnel files. The Executive Secretary of the Board, Dr. Garba Danjuma, gave the warning during a…
NAN DEMANDS GOVERNMENT ACTION OVER SECURITY INCIDENTS AT TARABA NURSING COLLEGE
Association seeks transfer of rape victim, compensation for stolen belongings, security checkpoint JALINGO — Tuesday, September 22, 2026: The National Association of Nurses (NAN) has called on the Taraba State Government to urgently strengthen security around the Taraba State College of Nursing Sciences, Jalingo, following recent attacks on students, including the alleged rape of a…
TARABA TSEMA BOSS, COMMISSIONER DRAG SOCIAL MEDIA INFLUENCER TO COURT
Court Revokes Imam’s Bail, Issues Bench Warrant Over Alleged Defamation of TSEMA Executive Secretary Tertiary Education Commissioner Sues Influencer in Separate Defamation Case Defence Cites Domestic Accident, Fractured Leg as Counsel Battles Prosecution Over His Absence Former Defence Counsel Turns Prosecuting Counsel, Triggers Heated Legal Argument JALINGO — The legal battle involving Taraba-based social media…
PSN TAKES PHARMACY CAREER CAMPAIGN TO JALINGO SCHOOL
The Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria (PSN), Taraba State Branch, has taken its pharmacy career awareness campaign to Government Day Secondary School, Sabon Gari, Jalingo, as part of activities marking the 2026 World Pharmacists Day. The outreach, held ahead of the September 25 celebration, was aimed at introducing students to the pharmacy profession, its role in…
World Peace Day: Kefas Reaffirms Commitment to Peace and Security
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…
FORMER AKU UKA’S WIFE, AYOKU NYANIVYON SHEKARAU MASA-IBI, DIES
Burial Holds Wednesday in Wukari The Bagya Royal Family of Wukari has announced the death of Ayoku Nyanivyon Shekarau Masa-Ibi, beloved wife of the late 24th Aku Uka, Dr. Shekarau Angyu Masa-Ibi, CON. According to a statement signed by Manu Agyo Awudu, Head of the Bagya Royal Family, Ayoku passed away in the early hours…
MANU URGES PEACE AFTER FULANI-MAMBILLA CLASH, CONDOLES VICTIMS’ FAMILIES
• Senator Commends Kefas, Security Agencies for Restoring Calm JALINGO — Senator representing Taraba Central Senatorial District, Haruna Manu, has appealed for calm and peaceful coexistence following the recent clash between Fulani and Mambilla communities in Sardauna Local Government Area of Taraba State. Manu, in a statement personally signed by him, expressed condolences to families…
