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POLITICS: APC Publicity Secretary Denies Claim Bawa Asked Sardauna Voters to Reject Party Candidates.

By Jako Keke ,[Jalingo Times] October 2, 2026 The Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Taraba State, Hon. Aaron Artimas, has dismissed as false and baseless a social media allegation that the party’s State Chairman, Alhaji Abubakar Bawa, directed people of Sardauna Local Government Area to vote against APC candidates in the 2027 general elections. Artimas made the clarification against the backdrop of a social media video circulated by one Yusuf, who spoke in Fulfulde and alleged that the APC Chairman had asked members of the Fulani ethnic group to vote against Hon. Abel Peter Daih, the party’s candidate for the Gashaka-Kurmi-Sardauna Federal Constituency. The APC spokesman described the allegation as an attempt to tarnish the image of the party chairman, stressing that the person behind the video was not a member of the APC. According to him, the allegation was allegedly sponsored by individuals seeking to discredit the APC chairman, adding that th...
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66TH INDEPENDENCE: Hon. Fanuel Lawrence Calls for Patriotism, Peace, Religious Tolerance as Nigeria Marks 66th Independence.

By Jako Keke, [Jalingo Times]October 2, 2026. Hon. Fanuel D. Lawrence, the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) candidate for the House of Representatives in Gashaka, Kurmi and Sardauna Federal Constituency, has called on Nigerians to embrace patriotism, unity, peace and religious tolerance as the country marks its 66th Independence Anniversary. Lawrence, in an Independence Day message dated September 29, 2026, congratulated Nigerians, particularly residents of Gashaka, Kurmi and Sardauna Local Government Areas, urging citizens to remain committed to national unity and responsible citizenship. He described Nigeria's journey since independence on October 1, 1960, as one marked by struggles, sacrifices and determination towards achieving democratic governance, national cohesion and economic prosperity. The APGA flagbearer paid tribute to the country's founding fathers for their courage, patriotism and sacrifices, urging the present generation to preserve their legac...
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2027: Fanuel Lawrence Unveils Plan for Three Youth Tech Hubs in Gashaka, Kurmi, Sardauna.

By Jako Keke [Jalingo Times] September 29, 2026. APGA House of Reps flagbearer proposes AI training, sports, vocational skills to tackle youth unemployment Hon. Fanuel D. Lawrence, the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) flagbearer for the House of Representatives seat representing Gashaka, Kurmi and Sardauna Federal Constituency, has unveiled plans to establish three Youth Konekt and Tech Hubs across the constituency to empower young people through technology, sports, entertainment and vocational skills.  According to him, the proposed hubs would be equipped with facilities such as five-a-side football pitches, basketball and badminton courts, table tennis and snooker facilities, alongside workspaces and training academies for young people. Lawrence said the initiative was informed by the need to address the economic challenges facing Taraba State, citing figures in his statement which put the state's internally generated revenue at N28.16 billion in 2025, compared ...
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FAITH: Fr. Muke Urges Christians to Demonstrate Faith Through Actions, Not Words

By Our Correspondent[Jalingo Times] September 28, 2026. The Special Adviser to the Taraba State Governor on Christian Religion Matters, Very Rev. Fr. Sunday Patrick Muke, has called on Christians to demonstrate genuine faith through actions, obedience to God and service to humanity. Fr. Muke made the call in his Sunday message to Christians on September 27, 2026, drawing lessons from the Gospel of Matthew 21:28–32, which emphasises the importance of obedience through action rather than mere promises. He explained that the biblical account of a father who sent his two sons to work in his vineyard illustrates that genuine obedience to God is demonstrated by doing His will, rather than merely making commitments. According to him, while one son initially refused but later repented and obeyed, the other agreed to go but failed to act, teaching Christians the importance of repentance and translating their faith into practical deeds. The cleric urged Christians to embrace repentan...
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FAITH: Fr. Muke Urges Christians to Demonstrate Faith Through Actions, Not Words.

  By Our Correspondent[ Jalingo Times] The Special Adviser to the Taraba State Governor on Christian Religion Matters, Very Rev. Fr. Sunday Patrick Muke, has called on Christians to demonstrate genuine faith through actions, obedience to God and service to humanity. Fr. Muke made the call in his Sunday message to Christians on September 27, 2026, drawing lessons from the Gospel of Matthew 21:28–32, which emphasises the importance of obedience through action rather than mere promises. He explained that the biblical account of a father who sent his two sons to work in his vineyard illustrates that genuine obedience to God is demonstrated by doing His will, rather than merely making commitments. According to him, while one son initially refused but later repented and obeyed, the other agreed to go but failed to act, teaching Christians the importance of repentance and translating their faith into practical deeds. The cleric urged Christians to embrace repentance, change their hearts a...
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NDC Crisis: Tiuda Denies National Office Appointed Acting Chairman, Urges Calm

  By Jako Keke[Jalingo Times] September 26, 2026 The Taraba State Chairman of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Ambassador Charles Tiuda, has dismissed reports that the party’s National Office appointed Richard Dauda as acting state chairman, describing the claim as a misrepresentation of the communication from the national leadership. Tiuda, in a press statement issued to clarify the leadership crisis rocking the party in Taraba State, said no communique was issued by the National Office appointing Dauda to act as chairman. He explained that the Office of the National Secretary had instead directed those involved in the dispute to return to Taraba and await the outcome of their petition, while he would continue to serve as state chairman pending the conclusion of the National Working Committee's (NWC) review. According to him, the national leadership would communicate its final decision to the Taraba State chapter after reviewing the petition submitted against his...
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TARABA: Jalingo Residents Turn Out En Masse for Monthly Sanitation Exercise.

  By Jako Keke [Jalingo Times] September 26,2026. The monthly environmental sanitation exercise has been conducted peacefully across Jalingo metropolis, with residents and sanitation workers turning out to clean their surroundings. The exercise, which lasted from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., witnessed massive participation by sanitation workers of the Taraba State Environmental and Sanitation Agency (TSESA) and residents. Our correspondent, who monitored the exercise, observed residents sweeping streets, clearing their surroundings and cleaning shop premises at Nasarawo Roundabout, Michelin, Magaji Junction and Mayogwoi. Other areas monitored included Ungwan Gadi, Jalingo Main Market and Works Roundabout, where residents were seen participating in the exercise. Commenting on the exercise, the Chairman of TSESA, Iliya Kefas Alhaji, expressed appreciation to residents for their level of compliance. He urged Tarabans to sustain the spirit of participation by observ...
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SECURITY: Taraba Govt Approves Recruitment of Retired Military, Police Officers into Taraba Marshal.

  By Jako Keke  [ Jalingo Times] September 25, 2026. The Taraba State Government has approved the recruitment of retired military and police officers into the Taraba Marshal to strengthen security operations and enhance crime prevention across the state. Commander of the Taraba Marshal, Cyril Agyole Abeh, disclosed this while speaking with a correspondent in Jalingo . Abeh said the recruitment would expand the operational presence of the outfit across the 17 local government areas of the state and bring experienced security personnel into its operations. He explained that the Taraba Marshal, which previously operated with only one commander, now has commanders in all the local government areas, a development aimed at improving coordination and security coverage. The commander commended the state government for providing logistics, including vehicles and motorcycles, to facilitate the outfit's operations. He also disclosed that personnel had undergone retraining to ...
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CONDOLENCE: Taraba Environment Commissioner Barde Mourns Mambilla Queen Hajara Shehu Baju II

By Our Correspondent[ Jalingo Times] September 25, 2026. The Taraba State Commissioner for Environment and Climate Change, Hajiya Aishat A. Barde, has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Her Royal Majesty, Hajiya Hajara Shehu Baju II, wife of His Royal Majesty, Dr. Shehu Audu Baju II. Barde, in a condolence message, extended her heartfelt sympathies to the Mambilla Traditional Council, the royal family, and the people of Sardauna and Zing Local Government Areas over the royal mother's demise. The Commissioner described the late Queen as a mother, a pillar of support, and a symbol of peace, unity and compassion whose wisdom, humility and motherly presence would be greatly missed. She noted that the deceased's passing was not only a profound loss to the royal family and the Mambilla people but also to the wider Mumuye Nation, of which she was a beloved member. Barde prayed to Almighty Allah to forgive the shortcomings of the deceased and grant her eternal rest i...
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