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ANNIVERSARY: GOV. Kefas Commended on Three Years of Leadership in Taraba.

By Jako Keke May 29, 2026 The Senior Special Assistant to the Taraba State Emergency Management Agency (TSEMA), Mr. Steve Innocent Solomon, has congratulated Taraba State Governor, Dr. Agbu Kefas, on what he described as three remarkable years of purposeful leadership in the state. In a congratulatory message issued on Friday, Solomon praised the governor’s commitment to peace, inclusive governance, education, infrastructural development, and youth empowerment. He noted that the administration’s free education policy, reforms in the civil service, and efforts toward improving security had continued to restore hope and provide direction for the people of Taraba State. Solomon particularly commended Governor Kefas for his unwavering support to TSEMA, especially in responding to flood disasters and providing relief materials to affected communities across the state. According to him, the governor’s prompt interventions during emergencies have brought comfort to victims and dem...
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POLITICS: PDP Disowns Alleged Plot to Draft Jonathan as Presidential Candidate.

By Jako Keke May 29, 2026. The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has dismissed reports alleging that it was planning a convention to affirm former President Dr. Goodluck Ebele Jonathan as the party’s presidential candidate, describing the claims as false and misleading. In a press release issued on Friday, the party said no convention, meeting, or political process had been scheduled or approved by its leadership or any recognised organ of the party for such purpose. The statement, signed by the PDP National Publicity Secretary, Hon. Jungudo Haruna Mohammed, urged party members, supporters, and the general public to disregard the reports, which it said were intended to create confusion within the political space. According to the party, all its primary elections, including governorship, State Houses of Assembly, National Assembly, and presidential primaries, had already been successfully concluded in line with the Electoral Act, the party’s constitution, and guidelines of the ...
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TARABA: TSESA Announces Monthly Sanitation Exercise, Restricts Movement Saturday.

By Jako Keke May 28, 2026. The Taraba State Environmental Sanitation Agency (TSESA) has announced that the monthly environmental sanitation exercise will hold on Saturday, May 30, 2026, across the state. Chairman of the Agency, Hon. Iliya Kefas Alhaji, disclosed this in a statement issued on Thursday, saying the exercise would commence from 7:00am to 10:00am under the supervision of officials of the Agency alongside security personnel. He explained that vehicular movement would be restricted during the exercise to ensure compliance and effective participation by residents. The Chairman advised residents to close their shops, malls, event centres and other business premises within the sanitation hours and actively participate in cleaning their surroundings. Hon. Iliya Kefas Alhaji warned that defaulters and violators of the sanitation rules would be arrested and prosecuted by the Mobile Court. He noted that the exercise was aimed at promoting a cleaner, healthier and more se...
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Eid-el-Kabir: Maiyaki Calls for Unity, Prayers for Gov. Kefas and Taraba Leaders.

By Jako Keke May 27, 2026. Hon. Bulus Maiyaki, popularly known as Makaman Donga, has extended Eid-el-Kabir greetings to Muslims in Taraba State and across the country, urging citizens to promote unity, peace, and mutual understanding for the progress of society. In a Sallah message issued on Wednesday, Maiyaki described Eid-el-Kabir as a significant period that reflects the virtues of sacrifice, faith, and compassion as demonstrated by Prophet Ibrahim (AS). He noted that the celebration should serve as an opportunity for reflection, strengthening relationships within communities, and supporting the less privileged in society. According to him, the festival goes beyond merriment and should inspire citizens to pray for the peace, stability, and development of Taraba State and Nigeria. “Eid-el-Kabir is not only a season of celebration but also a time to sacrifice for one another, pray for the peace and progress of our state and nation, and support leaders working towards development,” he ...
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SALLAH: PDP Felicitates Muslims on Eid-El-Kabir, Urges Prayers for Taraba.

By Jako Keke May 27, 2026. The in Taraba State has congratulated Muslim faithful across the state and Nigeria on the occasion of the 2026 Eid-El-Kabir celebration, calling for prayers, vigilance, and unity among citizens. In a statement issued on Wednesday by the party’s Publicity Secretary, , the party, under the leadership of , described Eid-El-Kabir as a sacred period that symbolizes sacrifice, obedience, love, tolerance, and total submission to the will of Almighty Allah. The statement noted that the festival serves as a reminder of the virtues of selflessness, compassion for humanity, and unwavering faith in God. According to the party, the season offers an opportunity for Muslims and other residents to pray for peace, progress, and prosperity in Taraba State and the nation at large. The PDP also prayed for Allah’s mercy, divine protection, good health, and abundant blessings upon Muslim families during the celebration. “As you celebrate with your families and l...
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SALLAH: Hon. Maiyaki Distributes Sallah Rams in Donga, Calls for Support for Kefas, APC.

By our Correspondent, May 26, 2026. A prominent stakeholder in , Hon. Bulus Maiyaki, popularly known as Makaman Donga, has distributed rams to Muslim leaders and other stakeholders across the local government area ahead of the Eid-el-Kabir celebration. The gesture, according to Maiyaki, was aimed at supporting Muslim faithful to celebrate the Sallah festival with joy while promoting peace, unity, religious tolerance, and harmonious coexistence among residents of the area. Speaking during the distribution exercise, the politician and philanthropist urged residents of Donga to use the Eid-el-Kabir period to pray for the administration of and for continued peace and development in . He also called on the people to rally support for the ruling ahead of forthcoming elections, urging voters to support , Governor Kefas, and other APC candidates across the state. Maiyaki noted that the impact of Governor Kefas’ “Moving Forward Agenda” and the Federal Government’s...
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FEATURE: Hon.Hajiya Aishat Barde: Planting the Seeds of a Greener Taraba.

By Alison Lazere  In public service, leadership is often measured by promises made during ceremonies and speeches delivered from podiums. But for some leaders, the true measure lies in visible impact, institutional reforms, and the ability to inspire lasting change. In Taraba State’s environmental sector, Hon. Aishat Abdulazeez Barde has steadily carved out a reputation as one of those leaders whose work speaks louder than political rhetoric. From the rolling landscapes of Zing Local Government Area to communities across Taraba State, her administration has become closely associated with environmental restoration, climate advocacy, and grassroots participation in ecological sustainability. A proud daughter of the Mumuye nation, Hajiya Aishat’s rise in public service reflects a blend of academic preparation, professional experience, and cultural identity. Armed with a Bachelor’s degree in Geology from the University of Maiduguri and a Master’s degree in Environmental Resource Man...
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TARABA: AAC Flagbearer Gago Unveils Seven-Point Agenda, Promises New Direction for Taraba.

By our Correspondent May 24, 2026. The Governorship Candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC) in Taraba State, Hon. Magaji Bulus Gago, has pledged to reposition the state through people-oriented policies aimed at improving the living conditions of citizens if elected into office in the 2027 general elections. Hon. Gago made the declaration shortly after he was officially returned as the party’s flagbearer during the AAC governorship primaries held in Jalingo, the Taraba State capital. Addressing party faithful and supporters after his emergence, the AAC candidate said his administration would focus on a comprehensive seven-point agenda designed to tackle the major socio-economic challenges confronting the state. According to him, key priorities of his administration would include job creation, youth empowerment, improved security, quality education, and accessible healthcare services. He added that his government would also pay special attention to reviving the agricul...
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2027: APGA Guber Aspirant Unveils ‘Rescue Taraba’ Plan, Pledges Security, Agriculture, Jobs.

By Jako Keke, May 24, 2026. Hon. Danjuma Shiddi, the APGA governorship aspirant, has launched the “Rescue Taraba” campaign. He promised to restore security, revive infrastructure, and create economic opportunities across the state. Speaking to party leaders, youths, women, and the press, Shiddi called it “a solemn pledge to secure our communities, revive decaying infrastructure, and uplift farmers.” He said Tarabans deserve leadership that turns promises into real progress. Shiddi outlined the state’s challenges: poor market access for farmers, daily struggles to feed families, and rising insecurity on highways and farmlands. He stressed that these issues won’t be solved by empty rhetoric. His five-point plan covers security, agriculture, education, healthcare, jobs, and accountable governance. It includes community policing, rural roads, agro-processing hubs, school and hospital upgrades, and expanded mobile healthcare. On jobs, Shiddi pledged apprenticeships, microcredit ...
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