Jalingo Times.

By Jako Keke, July 15, 2026  The Taraba State Government has announced a raft of measures aimed at tackling insecurity, illegal mining, kidnapping and communal conflicts across the state following an enlarged security meeting held in Jalingo. The resolutions were contained in a communiqué issued at the end of the meeting chaired by Governor Agbu Kefas at the T.Y. Danjuma Banquet Hall, Government House, Jalingo, on Wednesday. The meeting br ought together members of the State Security Council, heads of security agencies, traditional rulers, local government chairmen, religious and community leaders, as well as members of the newly inaugurated State Security Advisory Committee. After reviewing the security situation in the state, participants acknowledged improvements in security operations, community engagement and collaboration among security agencies. They, however, expressed concern over persistent land and boundary disputes, illegal mining, kidnapping, criminal a...

By Jako Keke, July 15, 2026. The Special Adviser to the Taraba State Governor on Christian Religion Matters, Very Rev. Fr. Sunday Patrick Muke, has reaffirmed the state government's commitment to youth development and the promotion of moral values. Fr. Muke gave the assurance while attending the 2026 edition of USE DA MIC Nigeria as Special Guest and Spiritual Father at Amazing Throne of Grace Ministry, Roadblock, Jalingo. The event, organised by the Chief Executive Officer of Godboi International Brand, Engr. Ibrahim Kenneth, attracted gospel ministers, youths and Christian faithful from within and outside the state. Addressing participants, the Special Adviser commended the convener for creating a platform that promotes gospel music and encourages young people to discover and develop their talents. He urged the contestants to use their musical gifts to glorify God and positively impact society, stressing that talent should be nurtured with discipline, dedication...

By Jako Keke,  July 14, 2026. The Taraba State Government has intensified efforts to combat climate change and restore the environment with the continuation of its 2026 School Tree Planting Campaign at the College of Agriculture, Science and Technology, Jalingo, and the Federal Government Technical College (FGTC), Jalingo. The campaign, organised by the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change under the Greening Taraba Initiative , is aimed at increasing forest cover, restoring degraded lands and promoting climate resilience across educational institutions in the state. Leading the campaign, the Commissioner for Environment and Climate Change, Hajiya Aishat A. Barde , called on students to embrace tree planting as a practical response to climate change and environmental degradation. She explained that trees help absorb carbon emissions, prevent soil erosion, conserve biodiversity and reduce the effects of flooding, excessive heat and air pollution. The commission...

By Jako Keke,  July 14, 2026. The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate for Southern Taraba Senatorial District in the 2027 general elections, Dr. Jesse Adi Ashumate , has pledged to champion equity, inclusive development and accountable leadership if elected to represent the district in the National Assembly. Speaking in an interview with journalists in Jalingo, Dr. Ashumate said his decision to contest the Senate seat was driven by a desire to address what he described as years of unequal development and inadequate representation in Southern Taraba. He argued that ethnic divisions and unequal distribution of opportunities have slowed the socio-economic progress of the zone, stressing that his administration would promote fairness and ensure that all communities benefit from democratic dividends. The PDP senatorial candidate acknowledged the contributions of previous lawmakers who represented the district but maintained that more needed to be done to meet the as...

By Jako Keke, July 13, 2026. A new executive committee has assumed office at the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Jalingo Branch, following a handover and swearing-in ceremony that marked the end of the two-year administration of the immediate past Chairman, Mr. Martin Milkman Karel. Mr. Karel formally handed over the leadership of the branch after completing his tenure, during which he highlighted key achievements of his administration and expressed appreciation to members for their support and cooperation. The newly elected Chairman, Dr. Daniel P. Saredau, alongside other executive members, was sworn in by Justice Clara Kataps, who represented the Chief Judge of Taraba State and administered the oath of office. In his inaugural address, Dr. Saredau thanked members of the association for the confidence reposed in him and pledged to consolidate on the achievements of the immediate past administration. He also promised to pursue initiatives that would strengthen t...

By Jako Keke,  July 13, 2026. The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Jalingo Branch, has congratulated Mr. Sunday Maikarfi on his confirmation and swearing-in as the substantive Solicitor General and Permanent Secretary of the Taraba State Ministry of Justice. In a congratulatory message signed by the Publicity Secretary of the branch, Mr. L.L. Takdok, the association described Maikarfi's appointment as well deserved, citing his unwavering dedication to duty and immense contributions to the legal profession. The association noted that his confirmation did not come as a surprise, considering his commitment to service and his valuable role in advancing the ideals of the legal community and the Equity Bar. The NBA expressed confidence in Maikarfi's ability to deliver effective leadership in his new office and wished him a purposeful, transformative, and results-oriented tenure in the service of Taraba State. The association also reaffirmed its support and best wishes as t...

By Jako Keke, July 11, 2026  The Taraba State Government has sustained its 2026 School Tree Planting Campaign with the planting of trees at Government Day Secondary School (GDSS), Kofai ATC, and the Taraba State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) headquarters in Jalingo as part of efforts to combat climate change, restore degraded landscapes, and promote environmental sustainability. The campaign, spearheaded by the Taraba State Ministry of Environment and Climate Change, followed the earlier flag-off at Federal Government Girls' College (FGGC), Jalingo, and subsequent exercise at Nyamusala Nursery and Primary School. Leading the exercise, the Commissioner for Environment and Climate Change, Hajiya Aishat A. Barde, accompanied by the Commissioners for Science and Technology, Hon. Muslim Usman Abdullahi, and Digital Economy and Innovation, Hon. Nonso Gideon Mbaso, alongside the Permanent Secretary, directors, ministry officials, and the management of GDSS Kofai, r...

By Jako Keke, July 10, 2026. The Taraba State Government has cautioned members of the public against fraudsters exploiting the ongoing civil service recruitment exercise, warning job seekers not to pay money or seek favours in exchange for employment. The Chairman of the Taraba State Civil Service Commission (CSC), Philip Kundila, gave the warning while addressing journalists in Jalingo. Kundila urged applicants to disregard anyone claiming to have the influence to secure employment for a fee, describing such claims as false, fraudulent and intended to deceive unsuspecting job seekers. He stressed that the recruitment exercise is transparent, merit-driven and completely free for all qualified applicants, adding that the commission remains committed to fairness and equal opportunity throughout the process. The CSC chairman advised prospective candidates to rely solely on official government channels for information and to report anyone involved in recruitment scams to t...