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SARDAUNA LGA: Hon Seben Mourns Wuro Geroji, Mbara Tragedy, Calls for Urgent Security Intervention.

By Our Religion Correspondent, [Jalingo Times], September 21, 2026. The Special Adviser to the Taraba State Governor on Christian Pilgrims Affairs, Hon. Deborah Mathew Seben, has expressed deep sorrow over the recent tragic incident in Wuro Geroji and Mbara communities under Mbamnga Ward, Mbamnga Constituency of Sardauna Local Government Area. Hon. Seben, in a condolence message, condemned the incident, which reportedly resulted in loss of lives and the displacement of innocent residents. She expressed sympathy with families who lost their loved ones and residents forced to flee their homes, describing the development as tragic and distressing. The Special Adviser called on security agencies to take immediate steps to protect residents and restore security in Wuro Geroji, Mbara and neighbouring communities. She also appealed to the Taraba State Government, through the State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA), the Federal Government, through the National Emergency Management...
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COLLEGE: NUTASS Calls for Calm as Taraba Govt Intervenes in Nursing College Security Crisis.

By Jako Keke [Jalingo Times], September 21, 2026. The National Union of Taraba State Students (NUTASS) has appealed for calm and peaceful conduct among students, residents and members of the Yagai community following the disturbing security situation involving students of the Taraba State College of Nursing Sciences, Jalingo. In a press statement issued on Monday, September 21, 2026, and signed by its President, Comr. Nshukwi Yaje Mary, NUTASS said it was concerned about the reported incidents affecting students and residents in the area. The union urged students, residents and other stakeholders to remain calm, peaceful and law-abiding, while allowing relevant authorities to address the situation. NUTASS said it understood the anger, fear and frustration generated by the reported incidents but warned against actions capable of further escalating tensions or putting innocent lives and property at risk. The students' body also disclosed that the Taraba State Government h...
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CRISIS: Plateau Government Imposes Curfew on Barkin Ladi, Bokkos, Mangu

By Our Correspondent,[Jalingo Times], September 21, 2026. The Plateau State Government has imposed an immediate dusk-to-dawn curfew on Barkin Ladi, Bokkos and Mangu Local Government Areas of the state, citing emerging security threats and the need to maintain public order. The directive, which takes effect Monday, September 21, 2026, restricts movement within the affected local government areas from 6:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. daily until further notice. In a statement signed by the Commissioner for Information and Communication, Rt. Hon. Joyce Lohya Ramnap, mni, the state government said the measure was introduced to enable security agencies to stabilize the affected areas, protect lives and property, and prevent any breakdown of law and order. The government urged residents in the three local government areas to comply fully with the directive and plan their commercial, agricultural and other personal activities around the stipulated hours. Security operatives have also been d...
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CRIME:After Alleged Rape, Robbery, Attacks, Danji SS Council Calls for Student Protection.

By Our Correspondent[Jalingo Times],September 20,2026. The Danji SS Campaign Council has raised concerns over alleged attacks, robbery and sexual assault involving students of tertiary institutions in Taraba State, calling for urgent government and security intervention. The campaign council, in a statement signed by its Director of Media and Strategy, Emmanuel Umaru, said it had received reports of persistent burglary, phone snatching, theft, invasion of students’ off-campus residences and attacks involving dangerous weapons around some tertiary institutions. The council specifically expressed concern over reported incidents around the Taraba State College of Nursing Sciences, Jalingo, where students were allegedly attacked and several mobile phones stolen. It also alleged that a female student at the Sambisa Forest Hostel was recently raped, beaten and robbed of her mobile phone after attackers allegedly forced her to disclose her password. According to the statement, the...
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CHIEFTAINCY: Retired CSP Kidariju Emerges as Maiva District Head in Madagali Chiefdom.

By Jalingo Times Correspondent,  September 19, 2026. Retired Chief Superintendent of Police (CSP), Ijadi Kidariju, has been appointed as the new District Head of Maiva District in Madagali Chiefdom, Adamawa State. The appointment was approved by the Executive Governor of Adamawa State, Rt. Hon. Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, CON, and conveyed in a letter dated September 10, 2026, signed by the Secretary of Madagali Chiefdom, Philipus Emmanuel, on behalf of His Royal Majesty, Dr. Ali Danburam, Ptil Madagali. According to the letter, the traditional ruler directed that the governor's approval of Kidariju's appointment be formally communicated to him. The appointment took effect from September 10, 2026. The monarch congratulated the new district head on his appointment and urged him to demonstrate commitment, loyalty and dedicated service to the people of Maiva District and the traditional institution. He also charged him to discharge the responsibilities of his off...
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CHIEFTAINCY: Retired CSP Kidariju Emerges as Maiva District Head in Madagali Chiefdom.

By Jalingo Times Correspondent,  September 19, 2026. Retired Chief Superintendent of Police (CSP), Ijadi Kidariju, has been appointed as the new District Head of Maiva District in Madagali Chiefdom, Adamawa State. The appointment was approved by the Executive Governor of Adamawa State, Rt. Hon. Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, CON, and conveyed in a letter dated September 10, 2026, signed by the Secretary of Madagali Chiefdom, Philipus Emmanuel, on behalf of His Royal Majesty, Dr. Ali Danburam, Ptil Madagali. According to the letter, the traditional ruler directed that the governor's approval of Kidariju's appointment be formally communicated to him. The appointment took effect from September 10, 2026. The monarch congratulated the new district head on his appointment and urged him to demonstrate commitment, loyalty and dedicated service to the people of Maiva District and the traditional institution. He also charged him to discharge the responsibilities of his office with diligence, fair...
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2027: Danji SS to APGA Foot Soldiers-Don’t Insult, Don’t Fight, Sell Our Vision.

By Jako Keke [Jalingo Times] September 18, 2026. The Taraba State Governorship Candidate of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), Hon. Danjuma Usman Shiddi, popularly known as Danji SS, has urged members and supporters of the party to embrace peace and responsible political engagement as campaigns intensify ahead of the 2027 general elections. Shiddi made the call while inaugurating the APGA Campaign Council and unveiling the party’s manifesto, titled “Taraba Rising,” at the Conference Hall of the Catholic Pastoral Centre, Jalingo. The APGA governorship candidate congratulated members of the Campaign Council on their appointments and stressed the need for collective efforts, unity and commitment to achieve the party’s objectives in the 2027 elections. He specifically urged his supporters to avoid inflammatory statements, personal attacks and violence, saying the campaign should focus on presenting the party’s vision and policy proposals to the people o...
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AWARDS: Rotary Club Honours Takum Chairman Bako Benjamin for Outstanding Performance.

By Jako Keke [Jalingo Times], September 18, 2026. The Rotary Club of Jalingo Prestige has honoured the Executive Chairman of Takum Local Government Council, Hon. Bako Benjamin, with its prestigious Merit Award of Excellence, recognising him as the club’s Best Performing Local Government Chairman in Taraba State for 2026. The award, according to the club, was presented in recognition of the chairman’s strides in infrastructural development, security and people-oriented governance since assuming office. The Rotary Club said Bako Benjamin had distinguished himself through visible interventions and development projects across Takum Local Government Area within less than a year in office. It specifically cited the ongoing construction of the Takum Modern Market and a modern abattoir as major projects under the administration, noting that the initiatives were designed to strengthen commerce, create employment opportunities and enhance Takum’s position as an economic centre in sou...
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HEALTH: 4,000 Zing Residents Benefit as Gwandis Hails Kefas’ Free Medical Outreach.

By Jako Keke,  [Jalingo Times] September  17, 2026. The Executive Chairman of Zing Local Government Council, Hon. Evangelist Davoro Titus Gwandis, JP, has commended Taraba State Governor, Dr. Agbu Kefas, for extending free medical services to residents of Zing Local Government Area, describing the initiative as a people-centred intervention with direct impact on vulnerable citizens. Hon. Gwandis stated this in an interview with our reporter, noting that more than 4,000 residents benefited from the medical outreach. The Council Chairman described the exercise as a “life-touching initiative,” saying it demonstrated the commitment of the Kefas administration to improving access to healthcare, particularly for people who may be unable to afford hospital bills and other medical expenses. According to him, the intervention provided residents with an opportunity to access medical attention free of charge, while reducing the financial burden associated with healthcare. He ...
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