Jalingo Times.

By Jako Keke, July 27, 2026. The Taraba State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) has carried out an on-the-spot assessment of communities affected by the recent windstorm across the state, with an assurance that government intervention will be expedited to support victims. The assessment team was led by the Director of Relief and Rehabilitation, Mr. Benjamin Bala, who represented the Executive Secretary of SEMA, Dr. Echuseh Audu, during the inspection of the affected communities. Speaking during the exercise, Mr. Bala examined the level of destruction to homes and other properties and assured residents that the state government was committed to providing timely assistance to alleviate their hardship. He said both the Renewed Hope administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the Moving Forward administration of Governor Dr. Agbu Kefas remained focused on the welfare and well-being of citizens, particularly those affected by natural disasters. Mr. Bala ...

By Jako Keke, July 27, 2026. Troops of the 6 Brigade Nigerian Army/Sector 3 Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) have rescued two kidnapped victims during a coordinated offensive operation in Lau Local Government Area of Taraba State. The rescue followed a fighting patrol launched in the early hours of Saturday, 26 July 2026, after troops received credible intelligence on kidnapping activities around the Lande Jessi general area. The intelligence indicated that armed criminals had invaded Tashan Musa and Barkindan Fulani villages, abducted two residents and made away with food items. According to a statement issued by the Acting Assistant Director, Army Public Relations, 6 Brigade Nigerian Army, Lieutenant Umar Muhammad, troops immediately commenced targeted search-and-rescue operations across the affected communities. The operation led to the successful rescue of the two victims, identified as Usman Mohammed and Usman Harusu, who were reportedly held in captivity for about one we...

By Jako Keke, July 26, 2026. The Taraba State College of Health Technology, Takum, held its historic maiden convocation ceremony on Saturday, July 25, 30 years after the institution was established. The Provost of the College, Dr. Mrs. Wama Emmanuel Binga, described the development as not only a breakthrough for community health workers, but also for graduates of health-related disciplines and intending applicants seeking quality training. She credited the milestone to the commitment of Governor Agbu Kefas, describing him as a record breaker who made the convocation possible during his administration. “To me, His Excellency is a record breaker because our institution has existed for 30 years without a convocation, but he has made it possible during his administration,” she stated. Dr. Mrs. Binga said the convocation is a major boost to the health sector in the state.   “This will provide the needed manpower to strengthen primary healthcare delivery across Taraba. G...

By Jako Keke,  July 25, 2026. The Taraba State Environmental Sanitation Agency (TSESA) on Saturday carried out its monthly environmental sanitation exercise across Jalingo, with officials sweeping major roads, clearing drainages, evacuating refuse dumps, and enforcing compliance with sanitation regulations. The exercise, which commenced at 6:00 a.m., witnessed the restriction of vehicular movement to enable residents and sanitation workers to clean the state capital. Markets, shops, motor parks, bus stops, and other public places remained closed throughout the exercise. Speaking after monitoring the exercise, the Chairman of TSESA, Hon. Iliya Kefas Alhaji, commended the agency's staff for their dedication and support, describing the exercise as peaceful and successful. He disclosed that individuals who violated the state's environmental sanitation laws were arrested and prosecuted by the Mobile Court in line with existing regulations. Hon. Alhaji also appreciated th...

By Jako Keke, July 24, 2026. The Taraba State Universal Basic Education Board, TSUBEB, has flagged off a capacity-building program for teachers on a new digital application and framework aimed at advancing ICT in teaching and learning. The program commenced with  Master Trainers Workshop. The master trainers will step down the training to teachers across the 16 Local Government Areas of the state. The new digital system comes with an iPad pre-installed with the application and is designed to enhance teaching activities and promote digital literacy in basic schools. Speaking at the flag-off ceremony, the Chairperson of TSUBEB, Mrs. Christiana Binga, said the program reflects the Board’s commitment to improving the quality of education in Taraba State. “This initiative is about equipping our teachers with the digital skills needed for modern teaching and learning. The future of education is technology-driven, and our teachers must be armed with the capacity to meet the de...

By Our Correspondent, July 24, 2026. The Chief of Lankaviri in Yorro Local Government Area, His Royal Highness Mago Gana, has paid a condolence visit to the Permanent Secretary of the Taraba State Broadcasting Service (TSBS), Mr. David Nya, following the death of his wife, Mrs. Hannatu David Nyah. The traditional ruler visited the bereaved Permanent Secretary at his residence in Mile Six, Jalingo, where he expressed sympathy to the family over the painful loss. During the visit, HRH Mago Gana urged Mr. Nya and his family to take solace in God, praying for divine comfort and the peaceful repose of the deceased's soul. Also, the Executive Chairman of Zing Local Government Council, Hon. Evangelist Davoro Gwandis, JP, paid a condolence visit to the TSBS Permanent Secretary to express his heartfelt sympathy. The council chairman described the passing of Mrs. Hannatu David Nyah as a colossal loss, encouraging the bereaved family to remain steadfast in faith and trust God for ...

By Our Judicial Correspondent, July 24, 2026. A 15-year-old boy, Busang Ayuka, has died after allegedly being assaulted by operatives of the Taraba Marshal in Baruwa, Gashaka Local Government Area of Taraba State, prompting calls for an independent investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident. The deceased, a resident of Angwan Alfa in Serti B, Gashaka LGA, was reportedly involved in a disagreement with a friend over an MP3 player and a power bank. The matter was said to have been reported to personnel of the Taraba Marshal, who allegedly assaulted the teenager. According to information made available on Friday, the victim sustained severe injuries during the alleged assault and was initially taken to the CRCN Hospital in Baruwa. However, due to the severity of his condition, he was referred to the Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Jalingo, where he later died while receiving treatment. The incident has sparked public concern, with renewed calls for a thorough, transparent...

By Our Correspondent Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, has congratulated the State Commissioner for Justice and Attorney General, Barrister Philemon Audu Daffi, on his elevation to the prestigious rank of Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN). In a congratulatory message issued on Friday, the governor described the conferment as a well-deserved recognition of Daffi's outstanding contributions to the legal profession and the administration of justice. Mutfwang said the Attorney General's emergence among the successful candidates for the 2026 SAN conferment reflects his exceptional competence, unwavering integrity and commitment to the pursuit of justice. According to the governor, the elevation is not only a personal achievement for Daffi but also a source of pride for the government and people of Plateau State. He expressed confidence that the Attorney General's wealth of experience and professional excellence would further enhance justice delivery and strength...