Jalingo Times.

Joseph Gimba PhD. highlights PUBLIC CONCERNS ON THE PLANNED VEHICLE INSURANCE ENFORCEMENT BY THE NIGERIA POLICE.  The planned enforcement of vehicle insurance by the Nigeria Police Force has raised significant concerns among Nigerians, primarily focused on potential human rights violations and clashes in institutional responsibilities. Below are the key concerns:  1. Human Rights Violations  a. Arbitrary Detentions and Harassment There is apprehension that the enforcement could lead to arbitrary arrests and detentions of motorists who may not have the necessary documents. Past experiences with traffic enforcement suggest that police officers may misuse their power, leading to unjust detentions and instances of harassment, particularly against vulnerable populations who may be unable to navigate the legal system.  b. Corruption and Extortion Historically, policing in Nigeria has faced challenges of corruption. Citizens worry that the enforcement of vehicle...

Governor of Taraba State,  Dr. Agbu Kefas, yesterday made a history by attending the annual Belle Cultural Festival of the Mumuye people, held at the palace of the paramount ruler of the Mumuye, Kpanti Zing Sulieman Ibrahim Sambo in Zing Town. In his address at the occasion, Governor Agbu Kefas highlighted that the festival reflects the rich cultural heritage and bravery of the Mumuye people in fostering peace. The governor reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to preserving and promoting the cultural heritage of all tribes in the state. He further described the Belle Cultural Festival as a unifying factor that deserves to be celebrated and promoted. The Chairman of Zing Local Government Council, Hon Prince Davoro Titus Gwandis JP remarked that the Belle Cultural Festival has the potential to become a significant tourist attraction, not just for the state or country but for the global audience as well. The Executive Chairman made...

By Atanga Philip Yola, Adamawa State  The Adamawa state Monthly Sanitation Committee has visited Mayo-Belwa Local Government Area to monitor the exercise, for the month of January, where a considerable level of compliance was recorded. The delegation, consisting of Commissioners, Permanent Secretaries and Directors stormed Cottage Hospital, Mayo-Belwa, as its first Port of call to inspect hygienic or otherwise condition of the facility. They were conducted round the health facility by the management in company of the council chairman and other stakeholders in the area. On their way earlier, the delegation stumbled on some individuals who defied the order on 'temporal suspension of businesses' making their sells and dislodged them with some arrests made. In a remark, the Member representing Mayo-Belwa at the Adamawa State House of Assembly, Mahmud Musa Kallamu, appreciated the delegation's visit, expressing commitment to continuous reinforcement and compliance w...

By Atanga Philip Yola, Adamawa State  Adamawa State Christians Pilgrim Welfare Board, has organized orientation and farewell service for the twenty twenty four intending Pilgrims to Israel and Jordan with a charge on them to be of good behavior while away. The service which held at EYN Church state low cost aims to orient the intending Pilgrims, bothering on use of facilities, in Israel and Jordan vis-à-vis us of Airport, Hotel and Restaurants. In a welcome address, Chairman, Adamawa state Christian Pilgrims Welfare Board, Bishop Theophilus Shadrach urged the intending Pilgrims to prioritise service to God and imbibe a sense of decorum at the pilgrimage. Reverend Shadrach admonished them to consider it a privilege and an opportunity to strengthen their Christian faith by way of physically seeing what they read in the Bible. In his sermon, Head Chaplain Reverend Father Jacob Iranda emphasized the need for unity amongst the intending Pilgrims as they set to depart the co...

Fifty kidnapped victims were rescued last year by the troops of Nigerian Army in Taraba State. Commander Six Brigade Nigerian Army headquarters Jalingo Brigadier General Kingsley Chidiebere Uwa disclosed this when management of Worldview Magazine presented an award of Crime Fighter of the Year twenty twenty four to him today . He said the successes have  led to the neutralisation of one hundred criminals that have been terrorizing communities in the state.. Brigadier General Kingsley said the military will not relent in it's oars to ensure people of Taraba State sleep with their two eyes closed. Uwa who appreciated the management of Worldview Magazine for the recognition,said all hands must be on deck to address security challenges. He commended Journalists in the state for balance reportage and sued for its sustenance in the interest of peace and progress of the state. Earlier,the Editor in Chief and Managing Director of Worldview Magazine, Mr Williams Ayoo...