N-HYPPADEC, Taraba Govt Strengthen Ties for Development
N-HYPPADEC seeks stronger partnership with Taraba State to tackle environmental and socio-economic challenges in power-producing communities. Governor Kefas pledges full support.
Category : Search result: Taraba State fraud
Taraba Alerts Public to Fraudster Posing as Govt Official
Taraba State Government warns residents about a fraudster, 'Yeriman Kente,' impersonating a Special Adviser to extort money for fake job appointments. Public urged to report to security agencies.
Brooklyn Duo Pleads Guilty to $68M Healthcare Fraud
Two Brooklyn women have admitted guilt in a massive $68 million Medicaid fraud scheme involving fake adult day care services. Read the full details of the case and the consequences.
EFCC Tenders New Bank Evidence in Yahaya Bello Trial
The EFCC has presented fresh bank records in the ₦110.4bn fraud trial of ex-Governor Yahaya Bello. The case continues Friday. Follow for updates on this high-profile corruption case.
Taraba Launches Mandatory APC Digital Registration
Taraba State Governor Agbu Kefas has launched the APC's mandatory digital membership registration in Wukari, aiming for transparency and equal opportunity for all members.
N27bn Fraud Trial of Ex-Taraba Governor Stalled
The N27 billion fraud trial of former Taraba Governor Darius Ishaku was stalled in Abuja due to his co-defendant's absence. The case adjourned to February 9. Read the full details.
Advocate Calls on Danjuma to Drive Taraba's Cocoa, Palm Oil Agenda
Development expert Emmanuel Iranyang Yakubu urges Gen. T.Y. Danjuma to lead large-scale investment in Taraba's cocoa and palm oil sectors to tackle poverty and unlock the state's vast agricultural wealth.
Court Remands Nigerien for ₦351.5m Fraud
A Federal High Court in Ikoyi has ordered the remand of a Niger Republic national, Isiaka Ibrahim, over an alleged ₦351.5 million fraud. Read the full details of the charges and court proceedings.
Taraba Gov Faces Backlash Over Tiv Communities' Crisis
Taraba Governor Agbu Kefas faces criticism for his Christmas Day address on Tiv attacks. MUT leader demands action on violence in southern Taraba. Read the full story.
Kefas Faces Backlash Over Tiv Crisis Handling
Taraba Governor Agbu Kefas faces criticism for his Christmas address on Tiv community attacks. MUT President Agere condemns the silence and calls for urgent security action. Read more.
Call for Danjuma to Champion Taraba's Cocoa, Palm Oil Economy
A youth-led group urges General T.Y. Danjuma to invest in Taraba's cocoa and palm oil sectors to tackle poverty and unemployment. Can this unlock the state's vast agricultural wealth?
Kefas Reaffirms Commitment to Taraba Projects
Taraba State Governor, Dr. Agbu Kefas, has restated his administration's focus on impactful projects during the inauguration of the Takum-Lissam Road. He also assessed fire damage at Wukari Secretariat.
Pregnant Woman Killed by Suspected Herdsmen in Taraba
A pregnant woman was reportedly murdered by suspected Fulani herdsmen in Taraba State. Family members mourn the tragic loss of mother and unborn child. Read the full story.
Fire guts Wukari Local Government Secretariat in Taraba
A devastating fire has razed the Wukari Local Government Council Secretariat in Taraba State, disrupting all administrative activities. Council Chairman Bala Useni confirms no casualties. Read more on the impact and response.
Youth Group Exposes 6,528 Ghost Workers in Taraba
A Taraba youth coalition has exposed a massive ghost worker scandal involving 6,528 names, backing Governor Agbu Kefas's civil service reforms. They warn against sponsored protests.
Feeding Our Future Ringleader Must Forfeit Porsche, Millions
Aimee Bock, convicted in the $250M Feeding Our Future COVID-19 fraud scheme, has been ordered to surrender her Porsche, designer bags, and millions. Read the shocking details of this massive welfare fraud.
Airport Police Nab Suspect in N1bn Romance Fraud
A 20-year-old man was arrested at MMIA Lagos over a massive international romance and celebrity fraud scheme exceeding ₦1 billion. Read the full details of the police operation.
Ogun Schools Resume Jan 5, Taraba Faces Boarding Ban Fallout
Ogun State announces second-term resumption for all schools on January 5, 2026. Meanwhile, Taraba's boarding school closure reshapes student commutes and safety concerns. Get the full details.
Blessing Isaac to Represent Nigeria at All-Africa Badminton
Taraba-born badminton star Blessing Isaac has been selected for Nigeria's team at the 2026 All-Africa Senior Badminton Championship in Botswana. Read about her journey and state support.
Former SSG Denies Governor's Fraud Allegations
Former Bauchi SSG, Ibrahim Kashim, denies Governor Bala Mohammed's fraud claims, challenges him to court. He vows to clear his name publicly. Read the full story.
Taraba Gov Declares Karim-Lamido Special Security Area
Governor Agbu Kefas declares Karim-Lamido LGA a 'Special Area of Security Concern' via Executive Order. New measures aim to tackle banditry, farmer-herder clashes, and restore peace. Read the full story.
Kefas Pledges Govt Presence in All Taraba Communities
Taraba Governor Agbu Kefas promises to eliminate ungoverned spaces and ensure development reaches every community in 2026. Read his New Year's vision for a united, secure, and prosperous state.
Fire guts Moore Pharmaceutical Store in Jalingo
A devastating fire razed Moore Pharmaceutical Store and other shops in Jalingo's Michelin area on Jan 1, 2026. No casualties, but traders face ruin. Read more and see how to help.
Modern Veterinary Hospital Project Begins in Taraba
Livestock farmers in Taraba State celebrate as land is handed over for a new veterinary hospital in Jalingo. The L-PRES and World Bank project aims to boost animal health and farming resilience.
Nigerian agrees to plea deal in $1.4m US fraud case
Nkechy Ezeh, a Nigerian founder in the US, pleads guilty to wire fraud and tax evasion, admitting to stealing $1.4m from a childhood education nonprofit. Read the full story.
Taraba Assembly Denies N1,000 Christmas Gift Reports
Taraba State House of Assembly and Zing Watch Group clarify that Speaker John Bonzena's N1,000 Christmas gesture was for local children, not visiting constituents. Get the full story and official statements here.
Police Inspector, Girlfriend Held for Missing Rifle in Taraba
A police inspector and his live-in lover are in custody after his service rifle vanished from their home in Taraba. The loaded weapon went missing on Christmas Day. #Taraba #Security
Marwa: School Drug Tests to Curb Youth Substance Abuse
NDLEA boss Brig.-Gen. Mohammed Buba Marwa (rtd) defends new compulsory drug tests for students, calling it a strategic move to protect youths. Learn about the partnership with Taraba State University.
Ex-Minister Ngige Denies N2.2bn EFCC Fraud Allegations
Former Labour Minister Chris Ngige pleads not guilty to N2.2bn fraud charges. He insists his three-decade public service record is unblemished. Read the full details of the EFCC case and his defence.
Nigerian Convicted in US for $7.5M Fraud
Olusegun Samson Adejorin, a Nigerian national, faces decades in US prison after a federal jury convicted him of wire fraud and identity theft targeting charities. Sentencing is set for April 2026.
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