Jalingo Times.

By Jako Keke,  July 25, 2026. The Taraba State Environmental Sanitation Agency (TSESA) on Saturday carried out its monthly environmental sanitation exercise across Jalingo, with officials sweeping major roads, clearing drainages, evacuating refuse dumps, and enforcing compliance with sanitation regulations. The exercise, which commenced at 6:00 a.m., witnessed the restriction of vehicular movement to enable residents and sanitation workers to clean the state capital. Markets, shops, motor parks, bus stops, and other public places remained closed throughout the exercise. Speaking after monitoring the exercise, the Chairman of TSESA, Hon. Iliya Kefas Alhaji, commended the agency's staff for their dedication and support, describing the exercise as peaceful and successful. He disclosed that individuals who violated the state's environmental sanitation laws were arrested and prosecuted by the Mobile Court in line with existing regulations. Hon. Alhaji also appreciated th...

By Jako Keke, July 24, 2026. The Taraba State Universal Basic Education Board, TSUBEB, has flagged off a capacity-building program for teachers on a new digital application and framework aimed at advancing ICT in teaching and learning. The program commenced with  Master Trainers Workshop. The master trainers will step down the training to teachers across the 16 Local Government Areas of the state. The new digital system comes with an iPad pre-installed with the application and is designed to enhance teaching activities and promote digital literacy in basic schools. Speaking at the flag-off ceremony, the Chairperson of TSUBEB, Mrs. Christiana Binga, said the program reflects the Board’s commitment to improving the quality of education in Taraba State. “This initiative is about equipping our teachers with the digital skills needed for modern teaching and learning. The future of education is technology-driven, and our teachers must be armed with the capacity to meet the de...

By Our Correspondent, July 24, 2026. The Chief of Lankaviri in Yorro Local Government Area, His Royal Highness Mago Gana, has paid a condolence visit to the Permanent Secretary of the Taraba State Broadcasting Service (TSBS), Mr. David Nya, following the death of his wife, Mrs. Hannatu David Nyah. The traditional ruler visited the bereaved Permanent Secretary at his residence in Mile Six, Jalingo, where he expressed sympathy to the family over the painful loss. During the visit, HRH Mago Gana urged Mr. Nya and his family to take solace in God, praying for divine comfort and the peaceful repose of the deceased's soul. Also, the Executive Chairman of Zing Local Government Council, Hon. Evangelist Davoro Gwandis, JP, paid a condolence visit to the TSBS Permanent Secretary to express his heartfelt sympathy. The council chairman described the passing of Mrs. Hannatu David Nyah as a colossal loss, encouraging the bereaved family to remain steadfast in faith and trust God for ...

By Our Judicial Correspondent, July 24, 2026. A 15-year-old boy, Busang Ayuka, has died after allegedly being assaulted by operatives of the Taraba Marshal in Baruwa, Gashaka Local Government Area of Taraba State, prompting calls for an independent investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident. The deceased, a resident of Angwan Alfa in Serti B, Gashaka LGA, was reportedly involved in a disagreement with a friend over an MP3 player and a power bank. The matter was said to have been reported to personnel of the Taraba Marshal, who allegedly assaulted the teenager. According to information made available on Friday, the victim sustained severe injuries during the alleged assault and was initially taken to the CRCN Hospital in Baruwa. However, due to the severity of his condition, he was referred to the Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Jalingo, where he later died while receiving treatment. The incident has sparked public concern, with renewed calls for a thorough, transparent...

By Our Correspondent Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, has congratulated the State Commissioner for Justice and Attorney General, Barrister Philemon Audu Daffi, on his elevation to the prestigious rank of Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN). In a congratulatory message issued on Friday, the governor described the conferment as a well-deserved recognition of Daffi's outstanding contributions to the legal profession and the administration of justice. Mutfwang said the Attorney General's emergence among the successful candidates for the 2026 SAN conferment reflects his exceptional competence, unwavering integrity and commitment to the pursuit of justice. According to the governor, the elevation is not only a personal achievement for Daffi but also a source of pride for the government and people of Plateau State. He expressed confidence that the Attorney General's wealth of experience and professional excellence would further enhance justice delivery and strength...

By JakoKeke , July 23, 2026. The National Union of Taraba State Students (NUTASS) has called for a swift, transparent and impartial investigation into the alleged incident involving Miss Faith Dan Asabe, a student of Taraba State University. In a press statement issued on Thursday by the President of NUTASS, Comrade Mary Nshukwi Yaje, the union expressed deep concern over reports circulating on social media regarding the alleged incident, describing it as disturbing and deserving of urgent attention by security agencies. The students' body condemned all forms of violence, exploitation, abuse, ritual-related crimes and any act capable of endangering the lives and dignity of students and members of the public. NUTASS urged the Nigeria Police Force, the Department of State Services (DSS), and other relevant security agencies to conduct a thorough, professional and unbiased investigation into the matter. The union stressed that anyone found culpable after due investigation ...

By Jako Keke, July 23, 2026 The Taraba State Universal Basic Education Board, TSUBEB, has debunked a viral social media report alleging that its Chairperson, Mrs. Christiana Binga, ordered teachers to submit photocopies of their Permanent Voter Cards, PVCs, or risk salary deductions. In a rejoinder made available to newsmen in Jalingo on Wednesday, the Board described the claim as “false, baseless, and a deliberate misrepresentation of the Chairperson’s remarks.” “For the avoidance of doubt, at no time did Mrs. Christiana Binga instruct teachers to submit photocopies of their PVCs as a condition for salary payment or for any other official purpose,” the statement read. According to TSUBEB, what the Chairperson did was to encourage teachers and other education personnel to obtain their PVCs in order to exercise their constitutional right to vote during elections.  “She emphasized the importance of active civic participation and responsible citizenship,” the Board added. ...

By Jako Keke, July 23, 2026. The Taraba State Emergency Management Agency (TSEMA), in collaboration with the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), has distributed relief materials to 300 households affected by recent communal clashes in Takum Local Government Area of the state. The intervention benefited victims from Chanchangi, Yamma, Kufai Amadu, Mamie Market, Rubar and Sufa communities, providing essential food and non-food items to families displaced by the crisis. According to TSEMA, the intervention aligns with the commitment of Governor Dr. Agbu Kefas to the welfare of Taraba residents, particularly vulnerable persons affected by conflicts and other emergencies. The agency said the governor's administration remains focused on ensuring timely support for citizens facing humanitarian challenges. The agency also expressed appreciation to the Federal Government and NEMA for the prompt intervention, describing it as a demonstration of effective ...