Army nabs kidnap kingpin in Taraba, 50 pupils escape
Nigerian Army arrests kidnap kingpin Alhaji Abubakar Bawa in Taraba. In related news, 50 of 300+ kidnapped schoolchildren escape captors in Niger State. Read latest security updates.
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Taraba payroll audit dispute: Committee vs Accountant General
Taraba State faces payroll crisis as verification committee and Accountant General clash over audit findings revealing 7,000 ghost workers and millions in overpayments. Read the full investigation.
Notorious kidnap suspect arrested in Taraba
Nigerian Army troops capture notorious kidnap suspect Umar Mus Geyi in Wukari, Taraba State. Suspect linked to multiple abductions including recent N20 million ransom case. Read details.
Renovated APC Office in Taraba Ignites Political Hope
The abandoned APC secretariat in Gashaka, Taraba State, has been renovated by aspirant Fanuel D. Lawrence, symbolizing renewed political energy ahead of the 2027 elections. Get your PVC and make your vote count!
Army arrests kidnapper during N20m ransom talks in Taraba
Nigerian troops apprehend suspected kidnapper Umar Musa Geyi while negotiating N20 million ransom in Wukari. The suspect was on security agencies' wanted list for Fulani resident abduction.
Bishop accuses FG of inaction on Taraba killings
Catholic Bishop Mark Maigida Nzukwein condemns the Federal Government's silence over deadly attacks in Taraba. Over 70 killed, 10,000 displaced. Urgent action demanded.
Renewed Attacks Hit Taraba Community, Leaders Alarmed
Former LG chairman and community leader raise alarm over fresh attacks in Taraba's Bissaula, urging state government to deploy security and sustain fragile peace efforts.
Taraba closes boarding schools over security threats
Taraba State Government orders immediate closure of all public and private secondary school boarding facilities nationwide following recent student abductions in Kebbi and Niger states.
Kefas Launches N5bn Road Projects in Taraba
Taraba Governor Agbu Kefas begins massive road construction across all senatorial zones, releasing N5bn per lot for key projects to boost connectivity and economic growth.
Catholic Church: Over 50 Killed in Southern Taraba Attacks
Catholic Diocese of Wukari reports renewed violent attacks in Southern Taraba communities, with over 50 deaths and 300,000 displaced. Urgent government intervention needed.
Kefas orders immediate payment to cleared Taraba workers
Taraba State Governor Agbu Kefas has directed immediate payment of salaries and entitlements to 1,410 civil servants cleared by verification committee. Read about the state's workforce reform.
Akiolu Seeks Probe of Security Aiding Arms Proliferation
Oba of Lagos, Rilwan Akiolu, has urged the new zonal commander for small arms control to investigate security personnel complicit in the spread of illegal weapons in Southwest Nigeria.
Lagos Monarch Demands Action on Small Arms Proliferation
Oba of Lagos calls on NCCSALW to address small arms spread in Southwest, identifies security personnel complicity. Monarch also questions WAEC computer-based exams readiness.
Nigeria's N777 Billion Arms Import Bill Revealed
National Bureau of Statistics data shows Nigeria spent N776.9 billion on arms imports from 2020-2025, with 2024 recording the highest expenditure at N520 billion amid rising insecurity.
NUJ President Calls for Media Integrity Against Misinformation
NUJ President Alhassan Yahya Abdullahi urges Nigerian journalists to fight misinformation and restore public trust through ethical reporting at 2025 National Media Summit in Jalingo.
Taraba Gov Postpones APC Defection Over Kebbi Abduction
Taraba State Governor Agbu Kefas postpones his planned defection to APC following the heartbreaking abduction of schoolgirls in Kebbi State, urging security agencies to intensify rescue efforts.
Taraba PDP Chairman Joins APC in Major Defection
Abubakar Bawa, Taraba PDP chairman, defects to APC hours after resignation. Governor Kefas postpones defection ceremony following Kebbi schoolgirls abduction. Full details.
Kefas delays APC defection after Kebbi kidnapping
Taraba Governor Agbu Kefas postpones planned APC defection following Kebbi schoolgirls abduction. Security crisis takes priority over political move as state officials defect.
Taraba Governor Suspends APC Defection Indefinitely
Taraba State Governor Agbu Kefas postpones defection from PDP to APC following schoolgirls' kidnapping in Kebbi. Read about the political implications and national security concerns.
Nigeria Tells UN to Stop 'Naming and Shaming' on Security
Nigeria urges international community against 'naming and shaming' over security challenges. Envoy highlights illicit weapons impact on Sahel region. Read full details.
Taraba Speaker, 15 lawmakers join APC
Speaker Kizito Bonzena and 15 Taraba Assembly members defect from PDP to APC, citing national party factionalization. All 24 members now belong to APC.
Nigeria Rejects 'Naming and Shaming' at UN Security Council
Nigeria's envoy to the UN condemns illicit arms flow in the Sahel, calls for international cooperation over 'naming and shaming'. Read the full statement.
Taraba PDP Chairman Resigns From Party
Abubakar Bawa resigns as Taraba PDP chairman citing national leadership crisis. His exit comes ahead of Governor Agbu Kefas's planned defection to APC.
Taraba Speaker, 15 Lawmakers Join APC from PDP
Taraba State House Speaker Kizito Bonzena and 15 assembly members resign from PDP, join APC ahead of 2027 elections. Full list of defectors revealed.
PASAN Strike Halts Taraba Assembly Operations
Taraba State Assembly staff begin indefinite strike over financial autonomy and CONLESS. Meanwhile, all 16 PDP lawmakers defect to APC, reshaping the state's politics.
Taraba NGO Challenges TSUBEB on School Fees, Textbooks
A Taraba NGO, BICREDI, petitions TSUBEB to regulate rising private school fees and the one-time use textbook policy, citing financial strain on parents. This comes amid a PASAN strike and mass defection of PDP lawmakers to the APC in the state.
16 Taraba lawmakers dump PDP for APC
All 16 PDP members of Taraba State House of Assembly defect to APC, citing leadership crisis. The move comes ahead of Governor Agbu Kefas's expected defection. Read more about this political realignment.
Tinubu deploys peace envoy to Plateau, DSS nabs arms dealer
President Tinubu dispatches peace envoy Dr Abiodun Essiet to Plateau State while DSS arrests suspected arms dealer Musa Abubakar. Read about the renewed peace efforts and security breakthrough.
APC Gains Plateau Defectors Amid Taraba Political Shift
APC welcomes major defectors in Plateau while Governor Agbu's move to APC sparks debate in Taraba. Political realignment intensifies ahead of 2027 elections.
Suspected Gunrunner Arrested, Arms Recovered in Plateau
Nigerian troops arrest a suspected gunrunner in Plateau State, recovering 6 fabricated rifles and other illegal arms. A major success in the fight against illicit weapons. Support our security forces by sharing credible information.
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