Jalingo Times.

By Emmanuel Iranyang Yakubu Giwa, August 5, 2026. No fewer than 204 newly recruited personnel of the Taraba State Fire Service have departed Jalingo for the Federal Fire Service Training School, Surulere, Lagos, to commence professional training aimed at strengthening emergency response across the state. The recruits left on Sunday as part of the Taraba State Government's efforts to reposition the state fire service through improved manpower development and institutional reforms. The training programme will equip the recruits with professional skills in firefighting, fire prevention, rescue operations, disaster management and emergency response. The recruitment, described as one of the largest into the Taraba State Fire Service in decades, reflects the commitment of Governor Agbu Kefas to enhancing public safety through a modern, well-equipped and professionally trained fire service. On completion of the training, the personnel are expected to be deployed to the Tar...

By Jako Keke, August 4, 2026. The Chairman of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON), Taraba State Chapter, Hon. Moses Maihankali, has applauded the Federal Government for approving the establishment of the Nigerian Army's 10 Division in Taraba State, describing the development as a major boost to security and peace in the state. Maihankali, who is also the Chairman of Kurmi Local Government Council, said the new military formation would strengthen security operations, particularly in border communities adjoining Adamawa State and other flashpoints affected by criminal activities. In a statement issued on Tuesday, the ALGON chairman commended the Federal Government and the Nigerian Army for approving the division, while praising Governor Agbu Kefas for what he described as relentless advocacy and strategic engagements that contributed to the successful approval. He said Governor Kefas' commitment to tackling insecurity and protecting lives and p...

By Jako Keke, August 2, 2026. The Special Adviser to the Taraba State Governor on Christian Religion Matters, Very Rev. Fr. Sunday Patrick Muke, has called on Christians to embrace compassion, generosity and selfless service to humanity, drawing inspiration from the biblical account of Jesus feeding the five thousand. In his Sunday message to the Christian faithful, Fr. Muke reflected on the Gospel of Matthew 14:13–21, describing the miracle of the multiplication of five loaves and two fish as a demonstration of God's power to transform little resources into abundant blessings. He said the scripture teaches that what may appear insignificant in human hands can become a great blessing when surrendered to God, urging believers to trust in God's providence while extending love and support to those in need. The cleric encouraged Christians to remain instruments of hope by sharing their resources, caring for the vulnerable and promoting kindness in their homes and commun...

By Jako Keke,  August 1, 2026.  The Chairman of the Youth Wing of the Christian Association of Nigeria (YOWICAN), North-East Zone, Evangelist Ephesian Jesse, has described wisdom as the greatest legacy parents can bequeath to their children, saying it empowers individuals to acquire, preserve and judiciously manage resources. Evangelist Jesse, a lecturer at Taraba State University, Jalingo, made the assertion while delivering the keynote address at the maiden Graduation, Speech and Prize-Giving Ceremony of Abroad Crystal Academy, Mararaban Kunini, in Lau Local Government Area of Taraba State. Speaking on the theme, "The Best Legacy Is Not Wealth, But Wisdom," the educationist stressed that the responsibility of parents and guardians goes beyond paying school fees, noting that children also require proper guidance, love, discipline and prayers to become responsible members of society. He commended the management of the school for its commitment to nurturing the you...

By Jako Keke, July 30, 2026. The Chairman of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON), Taraba State Chapter, and Executive Chairman of Kurmi Local Government Council, Hon. Moses Maihankali, has commended the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) for providing relief materials to victims of the previous communal crisis in Bissaula, Kurmi Local Government Area. Maihankali described the intervention as timely and impactful, saying the assistance would ease the hardship faced by affected families and support their recovery from the aftermath of the crisis. He explained that the communal clashes occurred before he assumed office as Chairman of Kurmi Local Government Council, noting that peace has since been restored through the collective efforts of government, security agencies, traditional rulers, community leaders and residents. According to him, the return of normalcy has enabled residents to resume their daily activities, while the local...

A high-powered delegation representing former Senator Emmanuel Bwacha and the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP Gubernatorial Candidate has paid a condolence visit to the Mumuye community in Mutum Biyu, Gassol Local Government Area of Taraba State, following the death of the Mumuye traditional ruler, Kpanti James A. Shalla. The delegation, led by Hon. Yahaya Garba and accompanied by Hon. Japheth Ezekiel Dadason and Hon. Nuhu Khalil Sarkin Zango, conveyed Senator Bwacha's heartfelt sympathies to the royal family, the Mumuye community and the people of Gassol over the passing of the revered monarch, who reportedly died after a brief illness. Speaking during the condolence visit, the delegation described the late traditional ruler as a respected leader whose reign was marked by wisdom, peace and commitment to the development and unity of the Mumuye people. Responding on behalf of the Mumuye community, the State Vice Chairman of the Mumuye Cultural Development Association, Hon....

The National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), Taraba State Chapter, has called for the immediate arrest and prosecution of those responsible for the killing of a commercial tricycle rider, Jesse, in Jalingo, describing the incident as a barbaric act that must not go unpunished. The Council made the call in a statement issued on Thursday by its State Public Relations Officer, Comrade Cornelius Henry Yamnchur, following the death of the rider after a reported misunderstanding at Angwan Kasa, Jalingo. Reacting to the incident, the State Chairman of the Council, Comrade Hapson Haruna Babale, said the killing was unacceptable and a direct assault on the sanctity of human life, stressing that no individual has the right to take the law into his or her own hands. He urged the Nigeria Police Force and other security agencies to launch a comprehensive, impartial and transparent investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident and ensure that all those involved are ident...

By Staff Reporter The Chairman of the Youth Wing of the Christian Association of Nigeria (YOWICAN), North East Zone, Evang. Jesse Ephesian, has condemned the tragic death of a tricycle rider in Taraba State, allegedly following a dispute over a ₦300 pass fee, describing the incident as a painful reminder of the consequences of violence. In a statement, Evang. Ephesian expressed deep sorrow over the incident and extended condolences to the bereaved family, friends, colleagues and the entire tricycle community. He prayed for God to grant the family the strength to bear the loss and for the deceased to rest in peace. He stressed that human life is sacred and should never be sacrificed over disagreements or financial disputes, noting that violence can never be justified as a means of resolving conflicts. The YOWICAN chairman called on the leadership of the Tricycle Association in Taraba State to immediately review and strengthen its operational guidelines and disciplinary measu...