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EDUCATION:Taraba Nursing College Appreciates Stakeholders Over Successful Matriculation Ceremony.

By Jako Keke, April 5, 2026. The Management of Taraba State College of Nursing and Midwifery, Jalingo, has extended heartfelt appreciation to individuals and organizations that contributed to the success of its 4th Joint Matriculation Ceremony held on Thursday, April 2, 2026. In a statement signed by the institution’s Public Relations Officer, Gideon David Jimenda, the college described the ceremony as a remarkable milestone made possible through the collective support and goodwill of key stakeholders. The statement particularly commended the Governor of Taraba State, Dr. Agbu Kefas, for his sustained commitment to advancing education and healthcare delivery in the state. The college also expressed gratitude to the Honourable Commissioner for Tertiary Education,Dr Mike Dio Jen,the Primary Health Care Development Agency, Dr Tukura and the institution’s Governing Council for their pivotal roles in ensuring the success of the event. Acknowledging the presence and solidarity of sister...

EASTER: NANNM Felicitates Gov. Kefas, Tarabans at Easter, Calls for Unity and Renewed Faith.

By our Correspondent, April 5, 2026. The National Association of Nigeria Nurses and Midwives (NANNM), Taraba State Council, has extended warm Easter greetings to Governor , his deputy , and Christians across the state, urging reflection on the core values of the season. In a press statement issued by the State Chairman, Comrade Pius Nathaniel Merigi the association congratulated key government officials, including the Speaker of the Taraba State House of Assembly, , members of the legislature, the State Executive Council, and other stakeholders, for witnessing another Easter celebration. Merigi described Easter as a period that embodies love, sacrifice, forgiveness, humility, and unwavering devotion, urging Christians to reflect on these virtues and demonstrate them in their daily lives in line with the teachings of Jesus Christ. He called on the Christian faithful to use the occasion to pray for peace, unity, and sustainable development in Taraba State, emphasizing tha...

CELEBRATION: Hon.Easter: Tula Salutes Kefas, Urges Unity, Declares 2027 Ambition.

By our Correspondent, April 5, 2026. An aspirant for the Ardo Kola, Karim Lamido and Lau Federal Constituency, , has extended Easter greetings to the Governor of Taraba State, , members of the state executive council, Christian leaders, traditional rulers, and the Christian faithful across the state. In a press statement issued on Saturday, Tula described Easter as a sacred season symbolizing hope, redemption, and eternal life through the resurrection of Jesus Christ. He noted that the occasion serves as a profound reminder of God’s love for humanity and called on Christians to reflect these values in their daily conduct. According to the statement, the aspirant urged believers to embrace humility, sacrifice, dedication, and steadfast faith, stressing that such virtues are essential for building a peaceful and morally upright society. Tula also appealed to residents of Ardo Kola, Karim Lamido and Lau Federal Constituency to promote unity and peaceful coexistence, noting that m...

EASTER: Hon.Balanko Felicitates Kefas, Tarabans on Easter, Calls for Unity.

By Jako Keke April 5,2026. JALINGO — An aspirant for the Ardo Kola, Karim Lamido and Lau Federal Constituency, Hon. Elder Ayuba Jediel Balanko, has extended Easter greetings to Gov. Agbu Kefas ,his deputy , Alh Aminu Abdullahi Alkali members of the State Executive Council, and the people of Taraba State. In a press statement issued to mark the Easter celebration,Hon. Balanko described the season as a reflection of God’s love for humanity, demonstrated through the sacrifice and resurrection of . He noted that the period provides an opportunity for spiritual renewal and a recommitment to values such as faith, unity and selfless service. The federal constituency hopeful urged Christians to sustain the virtues of the Lenten season, emphasizing the need for lives anchored on sacrifice, humility, compassion and dedication to service. According to him, these values are essential for fostering harmony and development in society. Balanko also called on residents of t...

TARABA: Comprehensive Study Highlights Untapped Potential Across Taraba LGAs.

By Our Correspondent. April 4, 2026. A detailed research project examining the economic and social landscape of Taraba State has revealed significant opportunities for growth across its 16 local government areas and two development zones. The study, conducted by Professor Jerome Nyameh, popularly known as “Taraba Therapy” and “The People’s Professor,” focused on identifying comparative advantages, challenges, and development needs within the state. The research placed particular emphasis on agriculture, natural resources, human capital, and the pursuit of justice and peace. According to the report, the exercise involved extensive fieldwork, with the researcher visiting communities across the northern, central, and southern zones of the state to gather firsthand information. The journey, described as rigorous and demanding, took him through diverse terrains, including mountainous regions, riverine areas, and forested landscapes. Findings from the study indicate that each local gover...

POLITICS: Hon.Kesavo Declares for Lau Assembly Seat, Dumps APC for PDP.

By Jako Keke, April 4, 2026. Hon. Silas Kesavo has officially declared his intention to contest for the Lau Constituency seat in the Taraba State House of Assembly ahead of the 2027 general elections. Kesavo, who made the declaration in a press statement issued on Saturday, said his decision followed sustained calls and encouragement from constituents across the constituency, urging him to step forward and provide purposeful leadership. The aspirant will be contesting under the platform of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), having resigned from the All Progressives Congress (APC). He described his defection as a strategic move driven by his conviction that the PDP offers a better platform to address the developmental needs and aspirations of the people of Lau Constituency. Kesavo noted that his ambition is anchored on a commitment to inclusive governance, transparency, and people-oriented representation. According to him, his aspiration is borne out of a desir...

SECURITY: Grassroots Security Takes Center Stage as Taraba Marshal Commandant Seeks Public Partnership.

By Jako Keke, April 3, 2026. In the face of evolving security challenges across communities, the Commandant of Taraba Marshal Security Guards, Agyole Abeh, is championing a people-centered approach to safety—one that places citizens at the heart of intelligence gathering and community protection. Speaking during an interaction with journalists in Jalingo, Abeh underscored the critical role of timely and credible information from residents in combating insecurity at the grassroots level. According to him, while security agencies continue to intensify operations, sustainable peace can only be achieved when communities actively collaborate with operatives by volunteering useful intelligence. “Our success in securing lives and property is largely dependent on the cooperation we receive from the public. Security is a shared responsibility,” he emphasized. The Taraba Marshal Security Guards, a state-backed outfit established to reinforce local security architecture, has in re...

CRIME:Taraba Police Arrest Suspects Linked to Killing of Officers, Recover Stolen Rifles.

By Jako Keke, April 2, 2026. The Taraba State Police Command has recorded significant operational gains, including the arrest of suspects linked to the killing of police officers and the recovery of stolen service weapons. In a statement issued on Thursday by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, ASP Victor Mshelizah, the achievements were attributed to renewed strategies introduced by the Commissioner of Police, CP Morkwap S. Dongshal, following his assumption of duty. The statement noted that the Police Commissioner had intensified visibility policing across major towns and highways in the state as part of efforts to deter criminal activities and reassure residents of their safety. As part of his operational approach, Dongshal conducted on-the-spot security assessments in volatile areas, particularly in Takum and Donga Local Government Areas. During his visit to Takum, he engaged with traditional rulers, community elders, youth leaders, and other stakeho...