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09/02/2024

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08/02/2024

Attention: CORRIGENDUM FROM The Taraba State Government

08/02/2024

Troops Apprehend Notorious Gunrunner, Violent Extremist, and Insurgents in Taraba State
.... Recover Arms, Ammunition and Cash

In the ongoing operations by 6 Brigade Nigerian Army to ensure Taraba State do not become a safe haven for violent extremist groups and Insurgents, gallant troops of 93 Battalion under the Brigade has successfully apprehended a notorious gunrunner involved in illegal dealings of arms and ammunition to criminals elements within Taraba State and other parts of the country.

Following credible intelligence on the activities of the arms dealer named Joshua Dutse Idah age 45, troops trailed his movement which led to his final arrest on 20 January 2024 in Ibi town of Ibi LGA while driving to Kaduna State in a Blue Volkswagen Sharon vehicle with registration number Rivers SKN-390AA. On interrogation, Dutse confessed he was going to Katsina State to bring in AK 47 Rifles and that he received part payment of 300,000 (Three Hundred Thousand Naira). After a thorough search on the vehicle, troops recovered 1 PK Machine Gun, Quantity 399 rounds of 7.62 mm Special ammunition and 3 AK 47 Rifle Magazines.

Also, on 25 January 2024, information was received from own sources on the activities of extremist groups and Insurgents around Chanchanji and Sai communities on their plans to move to a drop zone where relatives of abducted victims were directed to drop ransom money. Based on this information, troops deployed at Chanchanji laid in wait at the suspected area and at about 10:00 am, Janet Igohia age 31 was arrested after picking up the sum of one million, five hundred thousand naira (N1,500,000.00) only being ransom payment for an abducted victim.
Janet Igohia revealed that she is presently married to Voryor Gata a notorious criminal and former second in command to late Gana Terwase. She is currently married to the leader of a violent extremist group in southern Taraba. According to her, she had previously been married to high profile criminals such as late Terkibi Gemaga AKA Mopol a notorious kidnapper who was killed by troops 5 years ago. She revealed that she also got married to late Gana Terwase another notorious criminal who was killed during Joint Special Force Operation 3 years ago.

Additionally, troops deployed at Mararaba Baissa community of Donga Local Government Area apprehended 2 other suspected Gunrunners who were allegedly involved in extra judicial killings and cattle rustling with the sum of 664,000 (Six Hundred and Sixty Four Thousand Naira) which were proceeds from their illegal activities and 2 Techno mobile phones. The criminals are: Alhaji Adamu Damisa age 40 and Usman Isah age 44.

In another development, troops of 20 Model Battalion deployed at Forward Operating Base in Bali Local Government Area on 7 February 2024 arrested a suspected violent extremist named Malam Muhammadu Shuaibu age 50 who has been on the run. Preliminary investigation confirmed he is the same wanted suspect who absconded earlier after 3 Dane Guns were recovered from his residence at Dakka community through the help of his wife.

The arrest of these criminals should also serve as a stern warning to all those involved in illicit arms trade and other criminal acts. The suspects and the exhibits recovered will be handed over to appropriate authorities for further investigation and prosecution in line with extant laws guiding our operations.

The Brigade is committed to ensuring the safety of citizens by dismantling all criminal network operating in Taraba State. Members of the public are urged to continue to support the military and other security agencies by giving credible and timely information on suspicious movements or activities of criminals within the state.

You are please requested to disseminate this information through your medium. Thank you for your usual cooperation.

ONI OLUBODUNDE
Lieutenant
Acting Assistant Director
6 Brigade Army Public Relations
8 February 2024

08/02/2024

Gov Kefas congratulates Super Eagles for making finals.

The sport loving governor of Taraba state, Dr Agbu Kefas, has commended the nation's team at the AFCON, Super Eagles, on making the finals at the contest.

Gov Kefas said the win over South Africa, Wednesday was yet again a demonstration of the expertise of the team. He lauded team members dedication to planning and their skills that improves "match after match".

Meanwhile, Dr Kefas urged the Super Eagles to go all the way and win the contest, stressing that the nation is behind them in the quest.

He noted further that sports have become a veritable tool for integration and national cohesion. Accordingly, Gov Kefas said he is committed to sports development in the state as a vehicle to meaningfully engage the youths and tap into potentials.

Emmanuel Bello

Special Adviser

Media and Digital Communications

07/02/2024

GOV. Agbu Kefas CONSTITUTE COMMITTEE FOR THE COMMISSIONING OF DAISY DANJUMA EYE HOSPITAL, TAKUM AND VISIT TO KASHIMBILA DAM AND AIRPORT

His Excellency, The Governor of Taraba State, Dr. Agbu Kefas, has approved the appointment of the following as members of the Committee. They are as follows:

1. Dr. Jedi Williams mni - Chairman
The Chief of Staff to the Governor
2. Rt. Hon. Mark Useni - MHR - Member
3. Musa Siman, Esq - Member
4. Hon. John Lamba - Member
5. Hon. Abubakar Tanko Yusuf - Member
6. Hon. Commissioner Water Resources & Aquatic Affaire - Member
7. Hon. Commissioner of Energy - Member
8. Hon. Commissioner of Works & Infrastructure - Member
9. Hon. Commissioner of Transportation - Member
10. SA, Media & Digital Communication to the Governor - Member
11. SA, Political to the Governor - Member
12. Chairman, Takum LGA - Member
13. Chairman, Ussa LGA - Member
14. The Chairman, Wukari LGA - Member
15. DPO Takum LGA - Member
16. DPO Ussa LGA - Member
17. DSS Ussa & Takum LGAs - Member
18. NSCDC - Member
19. FRSC - Member
20. Compol Cypril Adole Abeh (Rtd) Commandant-Gen. Taraba Marshal - Member
21. Dr. Emmanuel Lawson - Member
22. Jechonia Agabi - Member
23. Jerome Luka - Member
24. Hon. Abershi Musa - Member
25. Hon. Ahidjo Musa - Member
26. PermSec BLGT & CA - Member/Secretary
The Committee is saddled with the responsibility of the preparation for the successful inauguration of the projects on the 23rd day of February, 2024 at 10 am by former President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan.

Sanda Yusuf
Chief Press Secretary to the Governor
7th February, 2024

06/02/2024

No Valentine Celebration in Jalingo, Yorro, Zing as INEC Fixes February 14 for Supplementary Election to fill Vacant Federal Constituency Seat.

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17/11/2023

Taraba Assembly discreetly passes LG boss tenure amendment bill

The constitutional crisis over local council chairmen’s tenure in Taraba State may have been rested by the House of Assembly, as members, in a closed-door sitting, yesterday, unanimously passed the amendment bill.

Newsmen, who were taken unawares, were informed that the emergency nature of the meeting was necessitated by the industrial action by parliamentary staff.

Major entrance to the Assembly premises was sealed by striking parliamentary staff, which compelled the lawmakers to sneak into the hallowed chambers through alternative entrances.

Passage of the bill came as preparations for the local council election slated for tomorrow, was in top gear.

Reacting, Chairman, House of Assembly Committee on Information, Nelson Len, who said “we went through other entries” to access the Assembly chambers, blamed the parliamentary staff strike for the action.

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The constitutional crisis over local council chairmen’s tenure in Taraba State may have been rested by the House of Assembly, as members, in a closed-door sitting, yesterday, unanimously passed the amendment bill

17/11/2023

LGA polls: TSIEC begins distribution of election materials in Taraba

The Taraba State Independent Electoral Commission, TSIEC, has commenced the distribution of electoral materials to be used for local council elections slated for Saturday, November 18.

The distribution is being supervised by the Chairman of the Commission, Dr Philip Duwe.

Representatives of the six political parties participating in the election were on ground to monitor the distribution of the materials across the 16 local government councils of the state.

Speaking on the level of preparations, the TSIEC chairman said all relevant security measures have been put in place in order to ensure a hitch-free exercise.

Logistics that will ensure the success of the exercise, according to him, have been made available by the Commission.

Only six out, of the 19 registered political parties, will participate in the election.

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The Taraba State Independent Electoral Commission, TSIEC, has commenced the distribution of electoral materials to be used for local council elections

17/11/2023

N30,000 Minimum Wage No Longer Acceptable – Abdulsalami

Former head of state and chairman, National Peace Committee, Gen Abdulsalami Abubakar, has said N30,000 minimum wage is not acceptable anywhere in the world and cannot be used for any meaningful human development.

He therefore challenged Nigerians to harness the resources within their areas to improve their standard of living.

Abdulsalami stated this in Jalingo, the Taraba State capital, yesterday, when he delivered a speech at a maiden Peace, Unity and Reconciliation Summit, organised by Taraba Independent Peace Committee.

The former head of state who was represented at the occasion by Rev. Fr. Atah Bakindo, the head of secretariat of Kukah Centre and National Peace Committee, urged the people of Taraba to shun any form of violence and embrace peace to develop themselves with the natural resources the state is blessed with.

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Former head of state and chairman, National Peace Committee, Gen Abdulsalami Abubakar, has said N30,000 minimum wage is not acceptable anywhere in the world

17/11/2023

Insecurity: Stakeholders meet in Taraba to chart way forward

The participants pointed out that the threat posed by conflicts requires a holistic approach for peace to be restored in the state. Photo- Sani Suleiman/Radio Nigeria
Stakeholders at a two-day summit organised by the Taraba Independent Peace Committee, in partnership with the Kuka Centre Secretariat of the National Peace Committee and UNESCO, says identified conflict triggers in the society.

Professor Talla Ngarka, the Chairman of the Taraba State Independent Peace Committee, stated this at the maid unity and reconciliation summit, held at the Catholic Pastoral Centre event hall in Jalingo.

He said the summit was organized to ensure peace is restored and to also address violence associated with elections in the state.

He enumerated other factors that contribute to heightened conflict in the state, such as the influx of migrant herders in search of grazing land, displacement of people from their Communities, population expansion, encroachment on grazing routes, and chieftaincy tussles.

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Stakeholders at two-day summit organized by the Taraba Independent Peace Committee in partnership with the Kuka Centre Secretariat of the

17/11/2023

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15/11/2023

Breaking: Labour suspends strike

The Joint National Executive Council, NEC, meeting of the Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC, and Trade Union Congress of Nigeria, TUC, have suspended the ongoing strike over the battering of the NLC President, Joe Ajaero, among other pending issues.

The strike was suspended following the intervention of the Federal Government through the Office of the National Security Adviser, NSA.

However, discussions on the labour demands would continue.

15/11/2023

TARABA STATE POLICE COMMAND.
PRESS RELEASE.
15/11/2023.

This is to inform the general public, that CP JOSEPH ERIBO psc has assumed office as the 27th Commissioner of Police in the State Police Command since its creation on 27th August 1991.

The new Commissioner of Police hails from Oredo LGA Edo State. After his Secondary School at Edo Boys High School in Benin City, he graduated from the University of Benin where he obtained a B.A. (HONS). He holds a Bachelor of Law degree (LLB), from the University of Calabar. Barrister in Law (BL) Law School Abuja Campus, and Master Degree in Law(LLM), Lagos State University. He was appointed Cadet Assistant Supretendant of Police on the 25th of June, 1994.

CP Joseph Eribo psc, has served in multiple units and departments in the force, these include the following.

PA to many Cps and AIGs.

O/C Anti-Fraud CID Abuja.

DPO Central Police Station Abuja.

Liaison Officer, Police Service Commission Abuja.

Assistant Police Commissioner Federal Operations FHQ Abuja.

Area Commander Area 'M' Lagos, Lagos State Police Command.

Area Commander Area 'F' Lagos, Lagos State Police Command.

Assistant Commissioner of Police SCID Lafiya, Nasarawa State Command.

Area Commander Agodi Ibadan, Oyo State Command.

Deputy Commissioner of Police CID Zone 9 Umuahia, Abia State.

Before his deployments to Taraba State Police Command, he was the Deputy Commissioner of Police Operations at Kogi State Police Command Lokoja.

The Commissioner of Police has attended many courses in the Force both at home and abroad, including but not limited to the following;

Advance
Detective Course, Staff College Jos.

Higher Result-oriented Management Course; The Administrative Staff College of Nigeria TOPO Badagry Lagos (ASCON)

Investigation of Small Arms and Explosives (ILEA) Budapest-Hungary.

Securing Elections, Police Academy Cairo Egypt.

Senior Leadership Command Course Police Staff College Jos.

The CP is a fellow of the International Association of Chiefs of Police. (IACP).

CP Joseph Eribo's hobbies include Table Tennis, Watching Soccer, Reading Biographies, walking, and Gardening. He is happily married with children.

The newly deployed Police Commissioner is calling on good citizens of Taraba State for their support and cooperation in fighting crime and criminality. He is assuring Tarabans that the Command under his stewardship will remain resolute in tackling all forms of crimes toward boosting public safety and security in the state.

SP ABDULLAHI USMAN
POLICE PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER
TARABA STATE POLICE COMMAND.

15/11/2023

SENATOR SHUAIBU LAU DISBURSE PALLIATIVES TO 6 LGAs IN TARABA NORTH

*** LISTS PLWD, PENSIONERS AS BENEFICIARIES

In continuation of palliative distribution to vulnerable people, Senator Shuaibu Isa Lau has donated foodstuff to persons living with disability (PLWD) and Pensioners across the six local government areas of his constituency, Taraba North

The Senator who was represented by Hon. Gidado Aminu yesterday presented palliative packs to people living with disability and pensioners at the Senator's Constituency Office in Jalingo, said the gesture was aimed at cushioning the effects of fuel subsidy removal in the country.

Receiving the items, the representative of the pensioners and people living with disabilities express their gratitude to the lawmaker and also appreciated his kind of leadership that carried everyone along without discrimination.

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15/11/2023

JUST IN:
Ribadu says Ajaero’s attackers have been arrested, asks unions to call off strike

Nuhu Ribadu, national security adviser, says the attackers of Joe Ajaero, president of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), have been arrested.

In a statement on Wednesday issued by Zakari Mijinyawa, head of strategic communications in the office of the NSA, Ribadu called on the labour unions to call off their nationwide strike, noting that investigation into the assault on Ajaero in Imo, has commenced.

15/11/2023

Senator Lau gives out scholarship to 360 students

The Senator representing Taraba North Shuaibu Lau on Thursday presented scholarship to 360 indigents students drawn from public tertiary institutions across the senatorial district.

During the presentation in Jalingo the state capital Lau called on the government at all levels to invest in the education of its citizens for rapid development of the nation.

The Senator who was represented by Oliver Suleiman said the presentation is in fulfillment of his campaign promises and his passion for education.

He said the bedrock of any developed country is anchored on its levels of educational development and how much they have committed to it.

Mr Lau said his passion to help the students in the society was based on the premium he has placed on education.

“Because of the premium I place on education, I said I will make sure I cater for the indigent students. It became a vow to me.

“It is not a winner takes it all. That is why you see people across religious and political divides benefiting from the scholarship.” He said.

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15/11/2023

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15/11/2023

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