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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...

By Jako Keke, June 19, 2026. The Headquarters of 6 Brigade Nigerian Army/Sector 3 Operation Whirl Stroke has dismissed social media reports linking the death of Lieutenant Colonel Emmanuel Gabriel Okoye, Commanding Officer of 20 Model Battalion, to a bandit attack or any operational incident. In a statement issued on Thursday by Lieutenant Umar Muhammad, Acting Assistant Director of Army Public Relations, the Brigade described the reports as misleading, inaccurate, and insensitive to the family of the deceased officer. According to the statement, Lieutenant Colonel Okoye died on June 13, 2026, after a brief illness, contrary to claims circulating on various social media platforms suggesting that he was killed during a bandit attack. "For the avoidance of doubt, Lieutenant Colonel Emmanuel Gabriel Okoye passed away after a brief illness. His death was neither the result of a bandit attack nor any operational incident, as falsely insinuated in some social media reports,...

Proceedings in a suit challenging the outcome of the All Progressives Congress (APC) primary election for the Jalingo/Yorro/Zing Federal Constituency have been adjourned to July 1, 2026, by the Federal High Court sitting in Jalingo. The suit was instituted by APC aspirant, Hon. Princess Leah Olusiyi Solomon, who is seeking the nullification of the party’s primary election that produced the incumbent lawmaker representing Jalingo, Yorro and Zing Federal Constituency, Hon. Sadiq Tafida, as the APC flagbearer for the 2027 general elections. When the matter came up for mention, counsel representing the first and second respondents—the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC)—were present in court. However, counsel to the third respondent, Hon. Sadiq Tafida, was absent and no reason was provided for the non-appearance. Speaking with journalists after the court session, counsel to the plaintiff, Barrister P.D. Pius Esq., disclosed 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, Editor-in-Chief, June 15, 2026. Proceedings in a suit challenging the conduct of the All Progressives Congress (APC) primary elections for the Jalingo/Yorro/Zing and Ardo-Kola/Karim-Lamido/Lau federal constituencies were on Monday stalled at the Federal High Court, Jalingo, following the absence of the presiding judge, Justice Mashkur Salisu. The matter, which was slated for hearing, could not proceed as the judge was not in court, prompting an adjournment until June 17, 2026. The suit was instituted by Honorable  Princess Leah Olusiyi Solomon and Honorable  Job Julius Saleh, both aspirants in the APC primary election process. Hon Leah Solomon contested for the party's ticket for the Jalingo/Yorro/Zing Federal Constituency, while Hon Julius sought the nomination for the Ardo-Kola/Karim-Lamido/Lau Federal Constituency. The plaintiffs are asking the court to nullify the primaries in the two constituencies, contending that no valid primary elections were...

By Jako Keke,June 14, 2026. The Taraba State Government has expressed deep sorrow over the death of the Commanding Officer of the 20 Battalion, Serti, Lt. Col. Emmanuel Gabriel Okoye, describing his passing as a great loss to the state and the nation. In a condolence letter dated June 13, 2026, and signed by the Secretary to the State Government, Chief Barr. Gebon Timothy Kataps, on behalf of Governor Agbu Kefas, the government extended its sympathies to the family of the late military officer and the Commander of 6 Brigade/Operation Whirl Stroke, Jalingo, Brig. Gen. Emeka Akaliro. The letter noted that the late Lt. Col. Okoye served the country with dedication, courage, professionalism, and a strong sense of duty, adding that his leadership as Commanding Officer of the 20 Battalion contributed significantly to the maintenance of peace, security, and stability in Taraba State and beyond. According to the state government, the news of his death came as a shock, but his l...