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By Jako Keke, July 19, 2026. The Law Students' Association of Nigeria (LAWSAN) has congratulated Mrs. Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya, SAN , popularly known as Mrs. BBOLD , on her historic election as the 33rd President-Elect of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) , describing the feat as a landmark achievement for the legal profession. In a congratulatory message signed by the National Public Relations Officer of LAWSAN, Shu'aibu Umar Shurfan, OOL , the association noted that Badejo-Okusanya's emergence marks the first time a woman has been elected President of the NBA in the association's history. LAWSAN commended the President-Elect for running what it described as an innovative and inspiring campaign that resonated across the legal community and culminated in a historic victory. The association expressed confidence that her leadership would usher in a new era for the Nigerian Bar, stating that it looks forward to her contributions toward building a strong...

By Our Correspondent Concerned residents of Lau Local Government Area of Taraba State have appealed to the state government to urgently rehabilitate the Lankaviri–Garin Mallam road and reconstruct the collapsed Tashan Musa Bridge, warning that the deteriorating infrastructure is threatening lives and crippling economic activities in the area. In a statement signed by Concerned Citizens, the group said the continued neglect of the road network has left several rural communities cut off, making it difficult for farmers and traders to transport agricultural produce to markets. According to the statement, the collapse of the Tashan Musa Bridge has severed a major transportation link connecting agrarian communities within the local government, leaving the route inaccessible to vehicles and motorcycles. The residents expressed concern that the situation has exposed commuters to serious safety risks while also affecting livelihoods, as many farmers are unable to move their produce...

By Judicial Correspondent Newly elected President-Elect of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya, SAN, FCIArb (UK), has pledged to pursue reforms aimed at improving the welfare and professional practice of lawyers across the country following her victory in the association's presidential election. In a message of appreciation issued after the announcement of the election results, Badejo-Okusanya thanked NBA members for the confidence reposed in her, describing her election as a collective victory for lawyers who believe in "a bolder Bar that works for everyone." She expressed gratitude to members who supported her candidacy, her fellow contestants for strengthening the democratic process, and all lawyers who participated in the election. The President-Elect also acknowledged the contributions of the BBOLD Campaign Council, volunteers, coordinators, supporters, friends, and colleagues, saying their dedication, sacrifice, and commitment...

  By Political Correspondent The face-off between the Member representing Yorro State Constituency in the Taraba State House of Assembly, Hon. Joseph Kannoh Kassong, and the Paramount Ruler of the Mumuye Chiefdom, His Royal Highness Alhaji Ado Adamu Mazang II, has deepened, with the lawmaker denying allegations of misconduct and countering with fresh claims against the traditional institution. In a statement issued by his media team, Hon. Kassong dismissed allegations made by the Mumuye Chiefdom as "false, malicious and baseless," insisting they were aimed at damaging his reputation and misleading the people of Yorro Local Government Area. The lawmaker's response followed accusations by the monarch that he and an associate, Bilyaminu, popularly known as "Billy Smart," were allegedly collecting money from residents under the guise of creating new districts, villages and facilitating appointments of traditional rulers. However, Kassong's media...

By Jako Keke, July 18, 2026. As the Commissioner of Environment and Climate Change, Hajiya Aishat Abdulazeez Barde, marks three years in office, her leadership is being credited with implementing far-reaching environmental and climate resilience initiatives that have strengthened forest conservation, expanded afforestation, attracted international climate funding and enhanced institutional capacity across Taraba State. Since assuming office, the Ministry has recorded significant milestones in climate governance, sustainable environmental management and ecosystem restoration in line with Governor Agbu Kefas' development agenda. One of the landmark achievements was securing a £50,000 grant from the African Climate Foundation, in partnership with the Society for Planet and Prosperity, to develop Taraba State's Climate Change Policy and Action Plan aimed at strengthening the state's response to climate change. The Ministry also intensified advocacy on environmental ...

By Jako Keke, July 18, 2026. The Taraba State Government says it has recorded significant progress in women and child development over the past three years under the administration of Governor Agbu Kefas, with the Ministry of Women Affairs and Child Development implementing a series of reforms and intervention programmes. The achievements, driven by the Commissioner for Women Affairs and Child Development, Hon. Mrs. Mary Sinjen, span child protection, women's empowerment, humanitarian support and institutional reforms aimed at improving the welfare of vulnerable groups across the state. According to the government, the ministry has intensified efforts to combat human trafficking through the rescue, rehabilitation and reunification of trafficked women and children, while also strengthening child protection mechanisms and promoting the rights and welfare of vulnerable children. The ministry also reported major interventions in addressing gender-based violence, focusing on...

By Our Correspondent, July 18, 2026. The Federal Government has launched five flagship World Bank-supported programmes aimed at accelerating human capital development, reducing poverty, strengthening healthcare, improving governance and expanding economic opportunities across Nigeria. The programmes, unveiled at the State House Conference Centre in Abuja, form part of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's Renewed Hope Agenda, with education positioned as the cornerstone of the administration's development strategy. Representing President Tinubu at the launch, the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Taiwo Oyedele, said the initiatives underscore the administration's resolve to translate economic reforms into tangible benefits for Nigerians through strategic investments in education, healthcare, social protection and institutional development. He reaffirmed the President's commitment to education, quoting him as saying, "No nation ca...

By Our Judicial Correspondent The Upper Area Court sitting in Jalingo has admitted into evidence a bank statement tendered by the Taraba State Manager of Opay in the ongoing case filed by Danladi Jibrin against Gabriel Olayinka . The document was presented during the continuation of hearing following a subpoena issued by the court at the instance of counsel to the complainant, D.G. Tukura Esq. The Opay State Manager appeared before the court and tendered the requested bank statement in compliance with the subpoena. Following the admission of the document, counsel to the defendant, P.D. Pius Esq. , sought leave of the court to cross-examine the witness. However, the application was opposed by the complainant's counsel. In his ruling, the Presiding Judge, Lawan Jika , declined the defence's request to cross-examine the Opay State Manager after the documents had been tendered. Speaking with journalists after the proceedings, counsel to the defendant, L.L. Takdok Esq. , mai...