Jalingo Times.

By Jako Keke,(Jalingo Times) September 8, 2026. The 2027 House of Representatives hopeful for Wukari/Ibi Federal Constituency, Engr. Mathias Luka Agbu, has called for a sustainable approach to addressing the persistent water challenge confronting communities in Wukari and Ibi Local Government Areas of Taraba State. Agbu, in a statement issued recently, said the water crisis in the constituency could not be resolved merely by drilling additional boreholes, stressing the need for proper planning, maintenance and accountability to ensure that existing water infrastructure remains functional. He said several communities had contacted him for assistance in repairing damaged boreholes, adding that while he was pleased to intervene and restore water supply, the recurring nature of such requests had compelled him to examine the broader challenges surrounding water infrastructure in the area. According to him, many boreholes serve communities for a period before developing faults, a...

By Jako Keke, September  7, 2026. The Taraba State Police Command has announced the assumption of duty by CP Edwin Ogbeghagha, psc, mnips, as the 34th Commissioner of Police in the state. CP Ogbeghagha officially took over the leadership of the Command on Monday, September 7, 2026, from CP Moorkwap Sebastian Dongshal, SM, ICM, psc(+), who has proceeded on retirement after a distinguished career in the Nigeria Police Force. The new Commissioner of Police brings to Taraba vast professional experience and operational expertise acquired over the course of his career in the Nigeria Police Force. His deployment is expected to strengthen the Command's efforts in crime prevention, protection of lives and property and the maintenance of peace across the state. In his first engagement with the people of Taraba, CP Ogbeghagha pledged to pursue proactive, intelligence-led and community-oriented policing as key strategies in tackling emerging security challenges. He also stressed th...

By Jako Keke, September 6, 2026. The Head of the Department of Nursing Sciences, Taraba State University, Jalingo, Dr Kilor Nfor, has charged newly qualified nurses and midwives to approach their profession with dedication, compassion and a strong sense of responsibility. Dr Nfor, a former Provost of the Taraba State College of Nursing and Midwifery, gave the advice shortly after the combined convocation ceremony of the Taraba State College of Nursing Sciences, Jalingo, where hundreds of graduates were formally admitted into the nursing and midwifery profession. He reminded the graduates that nursing goes beyond earning a livelihood, describing it as a calling centred on the preservation of human life and the provision of compassionate care to patients. According to him, nurses must exercise professionalism and caution in dealing with patients, stressing that the attitude of healthcare workers can significantly influence patients’ recovery and their overall experience withi...

By Jako Keke,  September 6, 2026. JALINGO- Taraba State Governor, Dr Agbu Kefas, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to making education a top priority, describing quality education as a critical foundation for human capital development and sustainable growth in the state. Governor Kefas said his administration would continue to create opportunities for Tarabans to acquire quality education and professional skills that would enable them to contribute meaningfully to the development of the state and the country. The Governor, represented by the Speaker of the Taraba State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. John Kizito Bonzena, stated this at the combined convocation ceremony of the Taraba State College of Nursing Sciences, Jalingo. While congratulating the 930 graduates convoked by the institution, Governor Kefas charged them to deploy the knowledge and skills acquired to improve healthcare delivery, particularly through professionalism, compassion and dedication to ...

By Jako Keke,  September 6, 2026. Adamawa State Governor, Rt. Hon. Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, CON, has approved the immediate suspension of the Executive Secretary of the Adamawa State Post Primary Schools Management Board, Mr Birsan Penuel, over alleged irregularities in the discharge of his official responsibilities. The suspension, according to a statement issued on Sunday by the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Humwashi Wonosikou, is to pave the way for a thorough investigation into the allegations and ensure accountability within the education sector. Pending the outcome of the investigation, the most senior Director in the Board has been directed to take over the administration of the agency and ensure the uninterrupted implementation of its programmes and activities. Governor Fintiri said the decision was part of his administration’s broader commitment to sanitising and repositioning the education sector for improved service delivery and stronger institutional accoun...

By Our Correspondent,[Jalingo Times] September 5, 2026. JALINGO, Taraba State Government has constituted a new Task Force to intensify the fight against illegal mining activities and the destruction of forests and other environmental resources across the state. The Task Force was approved by Governor Agbu Kefas, Ph.D., as part of efforts to ensure strict compliance with environmental regulations and strengthen the protection of the state’s natural resources. The constitution of the new Task Force was contained in a press release dated September 5, 2026, and signed by the Secretary to the Taraba State Government, Chief Gebon Timothy Kataps, Esq. The Task Force is headed by Major AM Ghali as Commander, while Captain KR Odenusi will serve as the second-in-command. Other members are ASP Ishaku Daniel, Iziogo Philip, Olakunle D., Kabiru Musa, Zibai Ayuba and Suleiman Daniel. According to the release, the Task Force will operate with supporting and operational personnel drawn fro...

By Jako Keke,[Jalingo Times], September 5, 2026. JALINGO-Residents of Jaagwe Community in Kona Ward of Jalingo Local Government Area of Taraba State have appealed to government, philanthropists and development organisations for urgent intervention in the provision of basic social amenities. The appeal was made by Dr. Ezekiel H. Augustine, National Youth Leader of the Mumuye Cultural Development Association Youth Wing (MCDAYW), following an interaction with residents of the community. Jaagwe, located a short distance from Jannibanbu Village, is said to have existed for more than a century. According to Augustine, generations of residents have lived peacefully in the community, cultivating the land, raising families, participating in civic activities and contributing to the local economy. Despite its long history, however, the community is reportedly still struggling with access to basic amenities, including potable water, electricity, healthcare and motorable roads. One of t...

By Keke Jako,[Jalingo Times]  September 5, 2026. JALINGO-Tiv Community in Taraba State has commended the state government for what it described as a growing culture of political inclusivity, saying the development has helped to strengthen confidence and a sense of belonging among members of the community. The commendation was made in Jalingo during a celebration organised by the Tiv community to honour Princess Margaret Se-ember Tor-Mchivga following her emergence as the Taraba State Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Women’s Wing, alongside other political appointees of Tiv extraction in the current administration. The gathering provided an opportunity for community leaders, traditional rulers, politicians, religious leaders and other stakeholders to reflect on the place of inclusivity, equity and broad-based participation in the political development of Taraba State. For years, concerns had been raised in some quarters over the representation of the Tiv c...