Jalingo Times.

By Jako Keke, July 10, 2026. The Taraba State Government has cautioned members of the public against fraudsters exploiting the ongoing civil service recruitment exercise, warning job seekers not to pay money or seek favours in exchange for employment. The Chairman of the Taraba State Civil Service Commission (CSC), Philip Kundila, gave the warning while addressing journalists in Jalingo. Kundila urged applicants to disregard anyone claiming to have the influence to secure employment for a fee, describing such claims as false, fraudulent and intended to deceive unsuspecting job seekers. He stressed that the recruitment exercise is transparent, merit-driven and completely free for all qualified applicants, adding that the commission remains committed to fairness and equal opportunity throughout the process. The CSC chairman advised prospective candidates to rely solely on official government channels for information and to report anyone involved in recruitment scams to t...

By our Legislative Correspondent, July 10, 2026.  The Taraba State House of Assembly has confirmed the appointment of a new Chairman and seven members of the Taraba State Independent Electoral Commission (TSIEC), completing the reconstitution of the electoral body ahead of future local government elections in the state. The confirmation followed the screening of the nominees during Thursday's plenary at the Assembly Complex in Jalingo, presided over by the Deputy Speaker, Hon. Hamman Adama Abdullahi. The nominees appeared before lawmakers one after another, presenting their credentials and responding to questions on their professional backgrounds, competence and preparedness to discharge the responsibilities of office. Following the screening, the House unanimously approved the appointments. Those confirmed are Joe Bala Aji as Chairman, alongside Joseph Buba, Usman Abubakar Sarki, Ahmadu Adamu, Abubakar Audu, Juliana Tafida and Yakubu Angyu as members of the commis...

By Jako Keke, July 10, 2026.  The Taraba State Government has continued its 2026 School Tree Planting Campaign with the planting of trees at Nyamusala Nursery and Primary School in Jalingo, reinforcing its commitment to combating climate change, restoring degraded ecosystems and promoting environmental sustainability. The exercise, organised by the Taraba State Ministry of Environment and Climate Change, forms part of the state's afforestation programme aimed at mitigating the effects of climate change, controlling erosion and improving biodiversity across communities. The tree planting exercise was led by the Commissioner for Environment and Climate Change, Hajiya Aishat A. Barde, popularly known as Zinariyan Mumuyawa . Also present was the Chairman of the Taraba State House of Assembly Committee on Environment, Hon. Tafarki Agbadu Eneme, who represented Governor Agbu Kefas, alongside officials of the ministry, the management, staff and pupils of the school. Speaki...

By our Correspondent, July 9, 2026 The Taraba State Ministry of Environment and Climate Change officially flagged off the 2026 School Tree Planting Campaign at the Federal Government Girls' College (FGGC), Jalingo, reaffirming the State Government's commitment to environmental sustainability, climate resilience, biodiversity conservation, and environmental stewardship among young people. The ceremony was led by the Honourable Commissioner of Environment and Climate Change, Hajiya Aishat A. Barde (Zinariyan Mumuyawa), a distinguished alumna of FGGC Jalingo and the school's first Social Prefect. Dignitaries in attendance included the Chairman, House Committee on Environment, Hon. Dr. Tafataki Agbadu Eneme; the Honourable Commissioner of Secondary, Vocational and Technical Education, Dr. Augustina Godwin Yahaya; the Chairman of Jalingo Local Government Area, Hon. Nura Danshoho; the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Environment and Climate Change, Hon. Aminu Ayuba; management an...

By Jako Keke, July 8, 2026. A Taraba State High Court sitting in Jalingo has reserved ruling until July 30, 2026, on an application seeking a review of the bail conditions granted to businessman and journalist, Gabriel Olayinka, who is standing trial over alleged criminal breach of trust and cheating. Olayinka, who has been in custody at the Jalingo Correctional Centre since January 2026, is being prosecuted in a case instituted by Isa Jibril. The matter arose from an earlier decision of an Upper Area Court in Jalingo, which admitted the defendant to bail on the condition that he deposits ₦100 million with the court registry and provides one surety before he can be released. At the resumed hearing, counsel to the defendant, Barrister P.D. Pius, represented by Barrister L.L. Takdok, urged the High Court to vary the bail conditions, contending that they were excessive and had effectively denied his client the opportunity to regain his freedom. Takdok argued that the dispute w...

By Hamza Yuguda, July 6, 2026. Taraba State University has recorded another major academic milestone as the National Universities Commission (NUC) approved 24 new undergraduate programmes for the institution, effective from the 2026/2027 academic session. The approval was secured under the leadership of the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Sunday Paul Bako, alongside members of the university management team, following a successful resource verification exercise conducted by the NUC. According to the approval letter issued by the Commission, the newly approved programmes are to run in full-time mode at the university’s main campus in Jalingo. 1. B.A. Sharia 2. B.A. Christian Theology 3. B.A. Philosophy 4. B.A. Religious Studies 5. B.A. African Traditional Religion 6. B.A. Classics 7. B.Sc. Advertisement 8. B.Sc. Broadcasting 9. B.Sc. Journalism and Media Studies 10. B.Sc. Public Relations 11. B.Sc. Data Science 12. B.Sc. Information and Communication Technology 13. B.Sc. Software Engineering...

By: Herbert Naphtali Bandawa There was a time when communities celebrated honesty, discipline, hard work, and good moral conduct. Young people looked up to men and women whose lives inspired hope and dignity. Today, however, we are witnessing a troubling shift in values. In many places, especially among the younger generation, attention has become more valuable than integrity, popularity more important than character, and influence more admired than virtue. This growing trend deserves serious reflection. In many communities today, there are individuals who build their identity around being known as the  "big boys" or "big girls"  in town. They seek to dominate conversations, control social spaces, and maintain a reputation that often depends more on public attention than genuine achievement. To sustain that image, some pursue every available opportunity whether ethical or unethical. to finance a lifestyle that attracts admiration. The danger ...

By Jako Keke, July 6, 2026  The Chairman of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON), Taraba State Chapter, Hon. Moses Maihankali, has thrown the weight of the state's 16 local government council chairmen behind Governor Agbu Kefas' peace initiative, describing the recently concluded Peace Summit as a bold step towards addressing insecurity and promoting lasting harmony across Taraba State. Maihankali, who also serves as Chairman of Kurmi Local Government Council, said the summit, held across the three senatorial districts of the state, created an opportunity for local government chairmen, traditional rulers, community leaders and other stakeholders to collectively chart a course for sustainable peace. In a statement issued on Monday, the ALGON chairman said the initiative demonstrated Governor Kefas' commitment to protecting lives and property and ensuring that every part of the state enjoys peace and security. He noted that the recommendation...