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By Jako Keke,  August 24, 2026. Concern has been raised over the alleged non-payment of sanitation workers attached to the Sunkani branch in Ardo-Kola Local Government Area of Taraba State since January. The concern was expressed in a social media post, which questioned the status of the workers’ salaries in view of the state government’s emphasis on maintaining cleanliness across Taraba. The post alleged that workers at the Sunkani branch had not received their payments since January and queried whether they had been excluded from the official payroll. “Considering the emphasis of the Executive Governor on maintaining cleanliness in Taraba, it is concerning that the Sunkani branch in Ardo-Kola LGA has not received payment since January. Are they excluded from the payroll?” the post stated. The development, if confirmed, could raise concerns about the welfare of sanitation workers whose services are essential to maintaining environmental cleanliness in commu...

By Jako Keke, August 24, 2026. The Campaign Organisation of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) governorship candidate in Taraba State, Hon. Danjuma Shiddi, popularly known as Danji SS, has appointed Mr. Samaila Yakubu, also known as Young JP, as Deputy Director General (DDG), Southern Zone. The appointment was contained in a statement signed by the Director General of the Danji SS Campaign Organisation, Prof. Ambrose A. Zemba. Zemba described Yakubu as a youthful and committed politician, as well as a businessman with experience in political organisation, grassroots mobilisation, stakeholder engagement and community relations. According to him, Yakubu’s knowledge of the political terrain, extensive networks and youthful energy would contribute significantly to the campaign’s efforts to establish a strong and inclusive statewide structure. In his new role, the statement said, Yakubu would work with the Director General and other members of the Campaign Council to coo...

By Jako Keke, August 24, 2026. The All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) governorship campaign in Taraba State has appointed Emmanuel Umaru as the Campaign Spokesperson for its governorship candidate, Hon. Danjuma Shiddi, popularly known as Danji SS. Umaru, who confirmed his appointment in a statement, said he was honoured by the confidence reposed in him and pledged to discharge his responsibilities with commitment. He said the campaign would focus on presenting the policies, programmes and leadership capacity of the APGA candidate to the people of Taraba. According to him, the Director-General of the Campaign Council, Prof. Ambrose A. Zemba, has emphasised the need for a rancour-free campaign devoid of name-calling, personal attacks and inflammatory rhetoric. Umaru said the campaign would instead be strictly issue-based, with the team providing what it described as convincing reasons why Danji SS should be given the opportunity to govern the state. The campaign spokesper...

. By Jako Keke, August 23, 2026. The Taraba State Government has launched its Climate Change Policy and Action Plan, signalling a renewed commitment to strengthening climate governance, protecting the environment and building resilience to the growing impacts of climate change across the state. The policy was unveiled at the C2C Event Centre in Jalingo at an event attended by government officials, environmental experts, civil society organisations, youth leaders and other stakeholders. In her opening remarks, the Commissioner for Environment and Climate Change, Hajiya Aishat A. Barde, said the policy provides a strategic framework for strengthening climate governance, protecting ecosystems, enhancing resilience and creating opportunities for sustainable development in Taraba State. Barde explained that the policy was developed through extensive stakeholder consultations, technical assessments and collaboration among relevant ministries, experts and civil society organisatio...

By Keke Jako, August 23, 2026. Gospel music minister, Haggai Wanu Yakubu, has launched his maiden gospel album, “Seek First the Kingdom of God” (Mu Bidi Mulkin Allah), with a call on Christians, particularly youths, to use their talents in advancing the gospel of Jesus Christ. The album was unveiled at the Christian Reformed Church of Nigeria (CRCN), Local Church Council (LCC), Sabongari, Jalingo, in an event attended by gospel ministers, church leaders, family members, friends and other Christian faithful. The gathering provided an opportunity for the church community to celebrate what participants described as a significant step in Yakubu’s commitment to propagating the gospel through music. Speaking at the occasion, the Resident Pastor of CRCN, Rev. Bobzom Kunlomi, urged Christian youths to make themselves available for the service of God and deploy their God-given talents for the advancement of His kingdom. Rev. Kunlomi commended Yakubu for his dedication and commitment...

By Our Correspondent. A social media post apparently seeking favour from Adamawa State Governor, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, has taken a humorous turn, as the author combined political praise with a traditional promise of goro (kolanut). In the playful message addressed to the governor, the writer Amb Daniel Dabala acknowledged Fintiri’s alleged achievements in the state and declared that the people could not afford to “miss” him in 2027. But rather than ending with the usual political compliments, the writer switched gears, asking the governor for a personal favour. “Ah taimaka min, zan kawo goro by next week,” the writer said in Hausa, roughly meaning, “Please help me; I will bring kolanut next week.” The post, laced with laughing and thinking emojis, suggested that the promised kolanut was more than a mere traditional gift—it appeared to be part of a carefully calculated lobbying strategy. As if the message needed another twist, the writer concluded with the bold declaration: ...

By Political Correspondent, August 22, 2026. Some youths from the neighbourhood of the Executive Chairman of Takum Local Government Council, Hon. Bako Benjamin, have paid a solidarity and appreciation visit to the council chairman, commending his administration for prioritising youth empowerment and economic inclusion. The youths, who visited the chairman at his office on Friday, expressed appreciation for various initiatives designed to provide young people with opportunities for employment, skills development and self-reliance. Speaking on behalf of the beneficiaries, the youths commended Bako for what they described as his commitment to youth development, noting that the empowerment programmes had positively impacted the lives of young people across Takum Local Government Area. They disclosed that more than 143 young men and women had benefited from various empowerment initiatives introduced by the administration in the last few months. They particularly highlighted the ...

By Jako Keke, August 22, 2026. Governor Agbu Kefas of Taraba State has called on Christians across the state to invest in the service of God and support the construction of the proposed ₦10 billion Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) Centre in Jalingo. The Governor made the call at the closing ceremony of a three-day Ministers’ Conference and fundraising launch organised by the Taraba State chapter of CAN for the construction of the centre. Kefas, who was represented at the occasion by the Speaker of the Taraba State House of Assembly, John Kizito Bonzena, said those who invest in the work of God would be abundantly rewarded. He urged Christians to contribute generously towards the successful completion of the project, describing the proposed centre as an important facility for the Christian community in the state. The Governor commended the leadership of CAN in Taraba for organising the conference, noting that it provided an important platform for Christian leaders and ...

By Jako Keke, August 21, 2026. A three-day Ministers’ Conference organised by the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Taraba State Chapter, has commenced in Jalingo with a call for stronger collaboration, dialogue and mutual understanding between the Church and government. The conference, being held at the CAN Secretariat in Jalingo, has attracted Christian leaders, clergy, government officials, politicians, traditional rulers, security chiefs and other stakeholders from the 16 Local Government Areas and the two Special Development Areas of the state. Themed “The Church and the State: Partners in God’s Plan in a Changing World,” the conference is aimed at promoting fellowship, spiritual renewal, capacity building and constructive engagement between the Church and the State in the interest of peace and development. Declaring the conference open, the Chairman of CAN, Taraba State Chapter, Very Rev. Fr. William Awoshiri Peters, stressed the need for Christians to strengthen their rel...