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By Our Correspondent, June 26, 2026  More than 20 public and private secondary schools across Taraba State on Thursday participated in the maiden edition of the Taraba Peace Festival, an initiative aimed at promoting peace, unity, and tolerance among young people. The festival, organized by Munga Breed Climate Action Foundation Taraba in collaboration with Youth of Nigeria Against Violence, was held in Jalingo and attracted students, security agencies, women groups, community leaders, and other stakeholders. Speaking at the event, the organizers said the festival was conceived to instill the values of peaceful coexistence in the younger generation and discourage involvement in violence, kidnapping, and hate speech. They noted that Taraba State, with its more than 80 ethnic groups and diverse religious and cultural backgrounds, remains a symbol of Nigeria's diversity, making peacebuilding a critical priority for sustainable development. According to the organizers,...

By Jako Keke, June 26, 2026 Governor of Plateau State, , has expressed profound grief over the death of renowned broadcaster and media veteran, , describing his passing as a monumental loss to Plateau State, Nigeria, and the global broadcasting community. In a condolence message issued on Friday, Governor Mutfwang paid glowing tribute to the late media icon, noting that Keyen's unwavering commitment to excellence, truth, and public service earned him widespread respect and admiration both within Nigeria and internationally. The governor recalled Keyen's remarkable contributions to the growth and development of the , where he served twice as General Manager. According to him, the veteran broadcaster transformed the corporation into one of Nigeria's most respected public broadcasting institutions through visionary leadership, innovation, and professionalism. Mutfwang further lauded Keyen's role in promoting peace and social cohesion in Plateau State, part...

TSU-Watch News Bulletin Taraba State University, Jalingo, is once again making a strong statement on the national stage as Dr. Engr. Tanko Bako is currently representing the institution at the 3rd National Innovation Competition of the Nigerian Academy of Engineering (NAEng) holding at the Balmoral Convention Centre, Sheraton Hotel, Ikeja, Lagos. Dr. Bako's innovation, titled "Development and Evaluation of a Bio-Organic Powder Fertilizer (Fertipest) for Arable Crop Production," was selected among numerous entries submitted from across the country and has successfully emerged as one of the final eight innovations shortlisted for the grand finale of the competition. The innovation, which originated from the Department of Agricultural and Bio-Resources Engineering, is designed to provide an environmentally friendly and sustainable solution to crop production challenges while promoting increased agricultural productivity among farmers. According to the organisers,...

By our Political Correspondent, June 25, 2026. The Andenati Support Group has called on the people of Takum, Donga, Ussa Local Government Areas and Yangtu Special Development Area to unite behind Hon. Sule Yakubu Andenati, the PDP House of Representatives candidate for the constituency. In a statement issued on Wednesday, June 24, by Teb Kaka, Spokesperson of the Andenati Support Group, the group said the time has come for collective action behind a leader with vision, dedication, and genuine commitment to community progress. “Hon. Sule Yakubu Andenati has consistently demonstrated leadership, integrity and a passion for grassroots development,” the statement read. “His commitment to youth empowerment, infrastructure development, education and community welfare makes him the ideal choice to represent our people.” The group urged all stakeholders, youths, women, elders and supporters across the constituency to give their massive support to Hon. Andenati as he seeks to serve ...

By our Judicial Correspondent, June 24, 2026. An Upper Area court sitting in Jalingo has fixed July 2, 2026, for hearing in a suit involving the Chief Executive Officer of Taraba News, Mr. Gabriel Olayinka. When the matter came up before the presiding judge, Lawan Jika, counsel to the complainant, Barrister D.G. Tukura, filed an application seeking the appearance of branch managers of Zenith Bank, Globus Bank and OPay in Jalingo, along with statements relating to certain accounts under investigation. Barrister Tukura told the court that the documents to be produced by the bank officials would assist the prosecution in presenting its case. Responding, counsel to the defendant, Barrister L.L. Tadkok, of P.D Pius and Associates raised no objection to the application. However, he urged the court to grant an accelerated hearing of the matter. According to him, since the revocation of the defendant's bail on January 23, 2026, the complainant had not made sufficient efforts to...

By Our Correspondent  A major milestone in disability inclusion was recorded in Wukari Local Government Area of Taraba State as ten tricycles were distributed to Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) and, for the first time, a PWD was appointed as Special Adviser to the local government chairman. The initiative, described as a historic step towards inclusive governance, was spearheaded by the Executive Chairman of Wukari Local Government Council and approved by the Taraba State Government. The tricycles were formally presented to beneficiaries by the Aku Uka of Wukari, His Royal Majesty, , during a ceremony attended by community leaders, government officials and members of the disability community. Speaking on the development, the Southern Coordinator of the Taraba State Disability Commission, Hon. Mary James Gaisa, hailed the gesture as a landmark achievement that demonstrates genuine commitment to the welfare and inclusion of persons living with disabilities. Accordin...

Proceedings in the criminal case instituted against the Chief Executive Officer of Taraba Business School, Taraba News and SumTV, Mr. Gabriel Olayinka, were on Monday stalled at Upper Area Court No. 11, Jalingo, following the absence of counsel to the complainant. The matter, bordering on alleged criminal breach of trust and cheating, could not proceed after counsel representing the complainant, Mr. D.G. Tukura, informed the court that they were not prepared for the hearing. Counsel to the defendant, Mr. L.L. Tadkok, of P.D Pius Chambers who spoke to journalists after the court session, said his legal team was fully prepared to commence hearing only to discover that the complainant's counsel was seeking an adjournment. According to him, the defence team had complied with the hearing notice served on them and appeared before the court expecting the prosecution to open its case. "We came to court today prepared to defend our client against the allegations of crim...

By Jako Keke, June 22, 2026. In a move to alleviate the biting effects of Nigeria’s current economic hardship, Mrs. Esther Yakubu Sule, Director of Nati Group of Schools, has disbursed cash support to less privileged families across Takum, Donga, and Ussa Local Government Areas, as well as Yangtu Special Development Area. The intervention was executed under the Yakubu Sule Foundation, a humanitarian platform founded by her son, Hon. Yakubu Sule Andenati, PDP aspirant for the Takum, Donga and Ussa Federal Constituency ahead of the 2027 general elections. The beneficiaries included widows, elderly citizens, persons living with disabilities, and daily wage earners whose livelihoods have been strained by rising food prices and inflation. Cash grants were distributed at designated centers in all four areas to ensure direct impact. Represented by Alhaji Muazu Mandela, Mrs. Sule said the gesture was “in appreciation of the love, prayers, and massive support shown to my son since ...