Jalingo Times.

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, 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 present witnesses before t...

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 ...

By Staff Reporter A development expert and policy analyst, Dr. Joseph Gimba, has called for the adoption of a circular economy model in Africa’s mining sector as a pathway to transforming the continent’s vast mineral resources into long-term economic prosperity, environmental sustainability, and social development. Dr. Gimba made the submission in a presentation titled “Africa’s Mineral Wealth: Opportunity, Risk, Sustainability and the Circular Economy Approach,” where he highlighted the enormous opportunities available in Africa’s mining industry alongside the challenges threatening the sector’s growth. According to him, Africa possesses vast untapped deposits of gold, lithium, coal, limestone, and other strategic minerals that offer significant opportunities for investment, industrialization, and export expansion. He noted that increased investment in local mineral processing and value addition could boost profits, create employment opportunities, and strengthen domestic ...

By Political Correspondent A coalition of youths under the banner of the Badawaire Northern Youths Movement has declared its support for the second-term aspirations of President and Governor ahead of the 2027 general elections. The group made its position known during a meeting where members unanimously endorsed both leaders, citing their commitment to development, peace, and good governance. Speaking on behalf of the movement, the youths reaffirmed their loyalty to the ruling (APC) and pledged to strengthen grassroots support for the party across the Northern Zone of Taraba State. The coalition also called on members of the APC in the state to embrace unity, peace, and harmony, stressing that internal cohesion would be critical to the party's future electoral success. According to the group, Governor Kefas has demonstrated visionary leadership and recorded notable achievements in efforts aimed at restoring peace, fostering unity, and advancing development acr...

By Jako Keke,  June 21, 2026.  The Special Adviser to the Governor of Taraba State on Christian Religion Matters, Very Rev. Fr. Sunday Patrick Muke, has called on residents of the state to remain steadfast in faith, trust in God's providence, and continue to promote peaceful coexistence among all communities. In a Sunday message issued to Christians and the people of Taraba State, Fr. Muke reflected on the Gospel reading of the day from Matthew 10:26–33, emphasizing the importance of courage, faith, and confidence in God's care amid prevailing uncertainties. According to him, the Gospel reminds believers that God is mindful of His children and remains attentive to their needs. He noted that if God watches over even the smallest of His creatures, He will certainly care for humanity. The cleric urged residents not to be overwhelmed by challenges but to remain firm in their faith and commitment to doing what is right, stressing that God's love and guidance remain c...

Culled from GPS, June 19, 2026. The Nigeria for Women Programme Scale-Up Project (NFWP-SU) in Plateau State has stepped up its community engagement efforts in Jos South Local Government Area, extending its sensitization and recruitment campaign to Bukuru and Gyel A wards. The outreach, coordinated by the Plateau State Project Coordinating Unit (SPCU), was aimed at raising awareness about the programme and recruiting prospective Ward Facilitators to support effective implementation at the grassroots level. At Bukuru Ward, traditional leaders, women, and other stakeholders gathered to learn about the objectives and opportunities offered by the project. The engagement forms part of ongoing efforts to ensure that women across communities are adequately informed and positioned to benefit from the initiative. Speaking during the sensitization exercise, the Mai Angwa of Yelwa Club, Da Christopher Pam, commended the government for bringing the programme closer to the people. ...

By our Correspondent, June 19, 2026. The Danji SS Media Team has urged residents of Taraba State to carefully assess recent government initiatives as the state moves closer to the next election cycle. In a statement issued on Saturday, the group expressed reservations about what it described as a surge in policy announcements and approvals by the administration of Governor Agbu Kefas, questioning the timing and implementation of some of the measures. According to the statement, the administration has recently announced employment opportunities and other initiatives that, in the team's view, should have been pursued earlier in its tenure. The group argued that despite significant allocations and loans received by the state over the past three years, many residents are still expecting the completion and commissioning of major projects. It suggested that recent actions may be aimed at addressing growing public concerns. The media team also commented on reports regarding th...