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By Jako Keke,  [Jalingo Times] October 31, 2026. Calls for stronger security, justice for victims and immediate humanitarian assistance to displaced families The Resident Bishop of the United Methodist Church Nigeria, Cameroon and Senegal Episcopal Area, Bishop Ande I. Emmanuel, has mourned victims of the deadly bandit attack on Binnari community in Karim Lamido Local Government Area of Taraba State, calling on the state and federal governments to take urgent measures to protect lives and property. The Bishop, in a press statement issued on October 24, 2026, disclosed that the attack, which occurred on Friday, October 23, claimed at least 37 lives, while hundreds of houses were reportedly set ablaze, destroying properties worth hundreds of millions of naira and displacing several families. Bishop Emmanuel described the incident as a tragic loss, expressing deep condolences to families of the deceased, injured victims and residents who lost their homes and sources of liv...

As the clock struck 7:00 a.m., the usual morning rush in Jalingo, the Taraba State capital, gave way to an unusual display of civic responsibility. Instead of the familiar movement of vehicles and pedestrians, residents, environmental workers and National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members took to the streets, armed with brooms, shovels and other cleaning materials to give the metropolis a cleaner outlook. From Narasawo Roundabout to Roadblock, Michelin and Mayo Gwoi, the monthly environmental sanitation exercise provided an opportunity for residents to contribute to the cleanliness of their immediate surroundings and the wider community. The exercise, which was conducted peacefully, featured the sweeping of major roads, streets and public spaces, alongside the evacuation of refuse from designated disposal points. Workers of the Taraba State Environmental Sanitation Agency (TSESA), dressed in their official uniforms, were visible across different parts of the metropolis, coordinating a...

By Jako Keke, [Jalingo Times] October 28, 2026. The Nigerian Press Council (NPC) is set to honour Senator Emmanuel Bwacha, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate in Taraba State for the 2027 elections, at its National Summit on Fake News and Excellence in Media Leadership scheduled for Wednesday, October 28, 2026, in Abuja. The recognition, according to a statement by Joshua Yohanna Nafinji, Senior Special Assistant on Media to the senator, is in acknowledgment of Bwacha’s contributions to media development, responsible journalism, efforts to combat fake news and commitment to national development and public service. Bwacha is expected to chair the summit, while the Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa, will deliver the keynote address at the event scheduled for 11:30 a.m. at NICON Luxury Hotel, Abuja. The summit is also expected to attract prominent Taraba indigenes and other dignitaries, including the PDP National Deputy Chairman (North), Hon. ...

By Jako Keke [Jalingo Times] October 28, 2026. The Youth Wing of the Christian Association of Nigeria (YOWICAN), North-East Zone, has condemned the killing of innocent youths and women in Binnari village, Karim Lamido Local Government Area of Taraba State, calling on the Federal Government to strengthen security deployment in the affected communities. The zonal chairman, Evangelist Dr Jesse Ephesian, made the call while speaking to newsmen in Jalingo, the Taraba State capital, expressing concern over the recurring attacks despite several peace dialogues and government interventions. Ephesian commended Taraba State Governor, Dr Agbu Kefas, for his efforts to improve security and provide relief to victims of the attacks. However, he urged the state government to address the underlying causes of the crisis and implement lasting measures to prevent further loss of lives. He also appealed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to intervene by strengthening security deployment in Bin...

By Jako Keke, [Jalingo Times], October 28, 2026. The maiden edition of the Barde Talents Discovery Cup, an initiative of Rt. Hon. Abubakar Barde, APGA candidate for Takum/Donga/Ussa & Yangtu Federal Constituency, officially kicked off today in Takum Local Government Area of Taraba State in a colourful ceremony marked by enthusiasm and massive turnout. The initiative is targeted at discovering football talents across the Federal Constituency for onward projection to the national football limelight. The opening ceremony was graced by top dignitaries of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) family and stakeholders of the beautiful game. Performing the ceremonial kick-off was the Deputy Director General of the Danji SS Gubernatorial Campaign Council, Hon. Samaila Yakubu, popularly known as Young JP, who served as the Special Guest of Honour. He was joined by Hon. Katen Luka to officially declare the tournament open. In his remarks, the DDG charged participating teams t...

By Jako Keke,  [Jalingo Times] October 27, 2026. Taraba State Governor, Dr Agbu Kefas, has postponed the 10th anniversary celebration of the Lamido of Gashaka, His Royal Highness Alhaji Zubairu Hammangabdo, and the 50th anniversary of the creation of Zing Local Government Area following the recent deadly attack on Binnari community in Karim Lamido LGA. The two events, which were earlier scheduled for October 31 and October 29, 2026, respectively, have been deferred in response to the tragedy that befell Binnari community. The postponement was announced in a press release signed by the Permanent Secretary, Bureau for Local Government, Traditions and Chieftaincy Affairs, Engr. Godfrey A. Dame. According to the statement, the governor directed that both celebrations be postponed, while new dates would be announced for the events. The decision comes amid concerns over the reported killings and destruction associated with the attack on Binnari community, which has drawn wide...

By Jako Keke, [Jalingo Times] October 26,2026. The Taraba State Government has intensified disease surveillance and announced plans to introduce fever screening at the state’s airport following reports of an Ebola case in Abuja. The Commissioner for Health, Dr. Bordiya Gbansheya Buma, disclosed this in an interview, saying the government was taking proactive measures to prevent a possible outbreak and strengthen the state’s preparedness for emerging public health threats. Buma said the state was working closely with the Federal Ministry of Health, the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC), and other relevant authorities to strengthen surveillance systems and ensure healthcare facilities were prepared to respond to suspected cases. He directed all public and private healthcare facilities across the state to remain on high alert and immediately report any suspected Ebola case to the Ministry of Health for prompt investigation and appropriate response. The c...

By Jako Keke,[Jalingo Times] October 26, 2026. People of Bandawa Community have endorsed Governor Agbu Kefas for second term. Leading the endorsement in Bandawa,Karim Lamido Local Government Area,Professor Nicholas Namessan Oliver who is the Commissioner of Agriculture and Food Security applauded Governor Agbu Kefas for initiating viable development programs in the state. He maintained that Governor Agbu Kefas has impacted positively in the lives of the people which makes it logical and expedient for Tarabans to reelect him for the second term. The Commissioner thanked the youths of Bandawa Community and leadership of the Bandawa Community Development Association for the endorsement. Commissioner one of the Taraba State Local Government Service Commission Hon.Oliver Sunday Suleiman,who is the Director General of Senator Shuaibu Isah Lau campaign Council assured the people of more dividends of democracy when they elect all APC candidates in the forthcoming general elections....

By Jako Keke[Jalingo Times] October 25, 2026. The Taraba State Government has delivered emergency relief materials to victims of the recent attack on Binnari community in Karim Lamido Local Government Area, following the directive of Governor Agbu Kefas to provide immediate assistance to displaced families. The attack, which occurred at about 3 p.m. on Friday, October 23, 2026, was reportedly carried out by suspected gunmen, leaving several families displaced and in need of urgent humanitarian assistance. In response, the Taraba State Emergency Management Agency (TSEMA) deployed an assessment and relief distribution team to the community to evaluate the situation and provide immediate support to affected residents. The team was led by TSEMA Executive Secretary, Dr. Audu Echuseh, alongside members representing Karim Lamido constituencies in the Taraba State House of Assembly, Hon. Anas Shuaibu Didango and Hon. Abner Shittu; the Vice Chairman of Karim Lamido Local Government ...