Army kills 4 militants, arrests police officer in Taraba
Nigerian Army neutralizes 4 militia members in Taraba land dispute clash, arrests serving police officer. Weapons recovered amid escalating violence between communities.
Nigerian Army neutralizes 4 militia members in Taraba land dispute clash, arrests serving police officer. Weapons recovered amid escalating violence between communities.
Nigerian Army arrests police officer operating with armed militia during communal clash in Taraba. Four militants neutralized, weapons recovered in Karim Lamido operation.
Oba Adegboyega Famodun, the 30th Owa of Igbajo and former Osun APC chairman, has passed away at 67. Read about his legacy and the legal disputes surrounding his throne.
Masked gunmen have kidnapped Oba Kamilu Salami, the Ojibara of Bayagan in Kwara State. The kidnappers are demanding N150 million ransom for his release. Read the full details.
The Christian Reformed Church-Nigeria voices grave concern over increasing school attacks, threatening national development. It calls for decisive government action on security.
Former VP Atiku Abubakar launches political repositioning in Taraba, endorsing ADC as platform to rescue Nigeria from economic hardship and insecurity ahead of 2027 elections.
Nigerian Army troops dislodge armed criminals, recover 91 stolen cattle in Southern Taraba. Military intensifies security operations ahead of yuletide season to protect farming communities.
Brigadier General Kingsley Uwa warns against actions threatening peace in Ibi LGA. Security forces vow decisive action amid rising attacks displacing thousands in Southern Taraba.
Kogi State mourns the death of Etsu Bassa-Nge Brig. Gen. Abu Ali. Governor Ododo and Sultan of Sokoto lead tributes to the respected monarch and former military administrator. Read full story.
Owa of Eruku warns community remains vulnerable to attacks despite recent rescue of 38 abducted residents. Governor promises permanent security base.
Nigerian Army troops arrest Alhaji Abubakar Bawa, associate of kidnapping mastermind Umar Musa, in Southern Taraba operation. Military says this marks progress in dismantling criminal networks.
Nigerian Army troops capture suspected kidnapper Abubakar Bawa in Taraba, exposing criminal network behind violent attacks. Operation Zafin Wuta continues to dismantle terror groups.
Nigerian troops arrest notorious kidnap suspect Umar Mus Geyi in Wukari, Taraba State. Suspect linked to multiple abductions, including Alhaji Jano's kidnapping. Military intensifies search for victims.
Taraba State payroll audit reveals over 7000 ghost workers removed from civil service. Governor Kefas praises transparent verification committee report. Read full details.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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 State Government orders immediate closure of all public and private secondary school boarding facilities nationwide following recent student abductions in Kebbi and Niger states.
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.
The Obong of Calabar cancels birthday festivities in solidarity with victims of violence in Kebbi, Zamfara, and Kwara states. A powerful gesture of national unity.
Catholic Diocese of Wukari reports renewed violent attacks in Southern Taraba communities, with over 50 deaths and 300,000 displaced. Urgent government intervention needed.
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.
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 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.
Abubakar Bawa, Taraba PDP chairman, defects to APC hours after resignation. Governor Kefas postpones defection ceremony following Kebbi schoolgirls abduction. Full details.
Taraba Governor Agbu Kefas postpones planned APC defection following Kebbi schoolgirls abduction. Security crisis takes priority over political move as state officials defect.