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Taraba Speaker's N1,000 Christmas Gift Clarified

The Taraba State House of Assembly and the Zing Watch Group have clarified reports on Speaker John Bonzena's N1,000 Christmas gesture. Get the full details and official statements here.

Bandit Leader Arrested in Benue-Taraba Axis

Troops of Operation Whirl Stroke have arrested notorious bandit leader Fidelis Gayama, linked to kidnapping and armed robbery along the Benue-Taraba corridor. Read the full details of the intelligence-driven operation.

Troops Nab Notorious Bandit Leader in Benue-Taraba

Nigerian Army troops arrest high-value bandit leader Fidelis Gayama in Benue State. The operation deals a blow to criminal networks terrorizing the border axis. Read more on the security crackdown.

Crisis Over VC Selection at Federal University Wukari

A major crisis has erupted at Federal University Wukari over the suspended selection of a new Vice-Chancellor. Key stakeholders clash over alleged unilateral actions and procedural breaches. Get the full details.

Kids Greet Taraba's Aku Uka in Viral Video

A viral video shows two young children demonstrating deep cultural respect by traditionally greeting the Aku Uka of Wukari. See the heartwarming moment and learn why it's important.

Ex-UN Envoy Rejects Death Penalty for Kidnappers

Former UN Human Rights Envoy, Prof. Uchenna Emelonye, urges Nigerian Senate to strengthen security institutions, not expand capital punishment laws, to effectively combat kidnapping and banditry.

Taraba Flags Off Digital Health Referral System

Taraba State launches an E-Referral and Claims Management System under its health insurance scheme, aiming to provide seamless healthcare for over 112,000 enrollees and move towards universal coverage.

Boy Fakes Kidnapping, Extorts N1.7m from Mother

Lagos police arrest five suspects, including a 15-year-old boy, for staging a fake kidnapping to extort N1.7 million ransom from his mother. Full details of the elaborate scam revealed.

Actor Lalude Links Kidnapping to Destiny, Not Government

Yoruba actor Fatai Oodua (Lalude) sparks debate by claiming kidnapping in Nigeria is a matter of fate. He argues it's not the government's failure and advises citizens to stay vigilant. Read his full controversial take.

Taraba Governor Kefas, State Assembly defect to APC

Taraba State Governor Agbu Kefas and the entire State House of Assembly have formally defected from the PDP to the APC, reshaping the state's political landscape. Explore the details and implications.

Soldier Killed, Two Missing in Taraba Attack

A soldier was killed and two are missing after troops clashed with suspected militia in Taraba. The attack occurred while securing farmers in Takum. Read the full report.

Police bust kidnapping syndicate, recover GPMG in Gombe

Gombe State Police Command, with hunters, neutralized two kidnappers, arrested seven, and recovered a General Purpose Machine Gun. The syndicate confessed to receiving N150 million in ransoms. Read the full details.

Kefas, Kalu Lead Security Delegation to Cameroon

Taraba Governor Agbu Kefas leads a strategic security mission to Cameroon with Senators Kalu and Abdullahi to strengthen border cooperation against terrorism and crime. Details emerge.

Power Outage Cripples Life in Adamawa, Taraba

A planned week-long power outage in Adamawa and Taraba states disrupts daily life and businesses. Residents face darkness as YEDC conducts critical maintenance. Read more.

Troops Arrest 3 Suspected Arsonists in Taraba

Nigerian Army troops have arrested three men for arson in Karim Lamido, Taraba State, preventing a potential escalation of communal clashes. Read how vigilance saved the day.

Troops nab three arson suspects in Taraba

Nigerian Army troops arrest three men after arson attack in Karim, Taraba. Suspects gave false security affiliations. Read how the military prevented wider violence.

14 Kidnapped on Owerri-Aba Road, Imo State

Gunmen abducted 14 passengers in Ngor Okpala, Imo State. A separate kidnap attack left a Lexus SUV destroyed. Watch the shocking videos and get the full details.

Tinubu meets Taraba Governor Kefas at Aso Villa

President Bola Tinubu met Taraba Governor Agbu Kefas at the State House, Abuja. This marks Kefas's first official visit since defecting from PDP to APC. Read the full details.

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