Jalingo Times.

By Jako Keke , August 17, 2026. ​The Executive Chairman of Bali Local Government Council, Honorable Bala Habila Balasa, has extended his warmest felicitation to the entire Muslim Ummah in Taraba State as they commemorate this year's Eid-el-Maulud, marking the birth of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him).   ​In a message released to mark the occasion, the Council Chairman joined Islamic faithful in celebrating the life, virtues, and teachings of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), describing the event as a significant moment for reflection, peace, and spiritual renewal.   ​Honorable Balasa urged the Muslim community to use the period of Eid-el-Maulud to pray for continued peace, harmony, and progress across the local government area and the country at large.  He emphasized the importance of imbibing the core values of compassion, tolerance, and peaceful coexistence exemplified by the Holy Prophet in their daily lives.   ​Reaffirming his administration's commitment to i...

By Jako Keke, August  16, 2026. The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Jalingo Branch, has expressed solidarity with the NBA Jos Branch following a motor accident involving members of its male football team while travelling to Port Harcourt for the NBA Annual General Conference (AGC) Tournament. In a statement signed by the Chairman of the NBA Jalingo Branch, Dr. Daniel P. Saredau, Esq., and the Publicity Secretary, L.L. Takdok, Esq., the branch said it received the news of the accident with “profound shock and deep concern.” The Jalingo Branch, however, expressed gratitude to Almighty God that no life was lost in the unfortunate incident. The branch extended its sympathy to the injured lawyers, their families, as well as the leadership and entire membership of the NBA Jos Branch, describing the incident as a difficult and anxious moment for the affected colleagues. “We fervently pray for the speedy, complete, and miraculous recovery of all our colleagues receiving medical...

By Jako Keke, August 16, 2026.  The Management of Greenland University, Jalingo, has sought a strategic partnership with the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Jalingo Branch, to promote the rule of law, institutional development, peace and order in Taraba State. The university's pioneer Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Ojo Sunday Fayomi, led the management team on a courtesy visit to the leadership of the NBA Jalingo Branch at the NBA Bar Centre, Jalingo, on Thursday, August 15, 2026. The visit was aimed at formally notifying the Bar of the commencement of academic operations at Greenland University and exploring areas of collaboration between the institution and the legal profession. The NBA Jalingo Branch Publicity Secretary, L.L. Takdok, Esq., issued the statement announcing the visit. Speaking during the visit, Prof. Fayomi described the legal profession as an indispensable stakeholder in the university's foundational development and integration into the wider T...

By Jako Keke, August 16, 2026  The Danji SS Media Team has congratulated the Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, on his victory in the recently concluded governorship election, describing the outcome as a strong reminder that political power ultimately resides with the people. In a political analysis issued on Sunday, the team said Adeleke’s victory, despite the involvement and support of prominent political figures from the All Progressives Congress (APC), demonstrated that voters remain the decisive force in determining who governs them through the ballot box. The team said the outcome holds a significant lesson for Taraba State ahead of the 2027 governorship election, warning political parties against assuming that control of the Federal Government automatically translates into electoral victory at the state level. According to the group, electoral success is secured through the confidence, trust and support of the electorate, rather than the influence ...

By Jako Keke, August 16, 2026 The Accord Party’s 2023 governorship candidate in Taraba State, Professor Jerome Nyameh, has congratulated Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, on his victory in the just-concluded governorship election. Nyameh, in a congratulatory message, described Adeleke’s victory as a triumph for the electorate and a validation of the power of the people to determine their political leadership through the ballot. “Ademola Adeleke won, Accord won,” Nyameh declared, congratulating the Osun State governor on his electoral victory. The Accord chieftain also commended the people of Osun State for making their choice at the polls, saying their votes had spoken clearly. He particularly thanked supporters of the Accord Party and its candidate for what he described as their steadfastness in defending their votes despite alleged intimidation, pressure and political manoeuvring during the electoral process. According to Nyameh, the outcome of the election demonstrat...

By Jako Keke,  August 16, 2026 President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke on his re-election, describing the victory as a strong indication that democracy will continue to flourish in Nigeria. In a statement issued on Sunday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu said he had earlier called Governor Adeleke to congratulate him on his electoral victory. The President said the outcome of the election demonstrated the confidence the people of Osun State had placed in Adeleke and urged the governor to use his renewed mandate to unite the people and pursue the development of the state. “I wish him great success as he prepares to lead the state for the next four years,” Tinubu said. He urged Adeleke to reach out to all residents of Osun State, irrespective of their political affiliations or choices during the election, and rally them towards growth, stability and socio-economic progress. “Now th...

By Jako Keke,  August 16, 2026. The Special Adviser to the Taraba State Governor on Christian Religion Matters, Very Rev. Fr. Sunday Patrick Muke, has urged Christians and residents of the state to remain steadfast in faith, prayer and hope, particularly in times of difficulty. Fr. Muke gave the charge in his message to the faithful on Sunday, August 16, 2026, reflecting on the Gospel reading from Matthew 15:21–28, which recounts the story of the Canaanite woman who persistently sought healing for her daughter from Jesus Christ. According to him, the biblical account demonstrates the power of unwavering faith and persistence in seeking God's intervention, even when answers appear delayed or circumstances seem discouraging. He noted that the Canaanite woman's determination to continue pleading with Jesus despite the obstacles ultimately led to the healing of her daughter, describing the account as a powerful reminder that genuine faith requires patience, trust an...

By Jako Keke, August 15, 2026. A Special Adviser to Taraba State Governor, Dr Agbu Kefas, on Community Engagement, Hon. Sunday Yusuf Tonga, Esq., has commended the leadership and peace-building training held in Jaji, Kaduna State, describing it as a valuable investment in strengthening the capacity of stakeholders to provide effective leadership and promote peace. Tonga, who spoke in an interview after the five-day intensive training, said the programme had exposed participants to practical knowledge and critical skills required to discharge their leadership responsibilities more effectively. According to him, the training provided participants with deeper insights into the principles of leadership, conflict prevention, peace-building and effective stakeholder engagement, which he said were essential for sustainable development in Taraba State. He noted that effective leadership goes beyond occupying public positions, stressing the need for leaders and other stakeholders to...