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Food Vendor, Nura Yakubu Who 'Hosts Boko Haram Terrorists Arrested in Taraba

A food vendor who is said to specialize in hosting Boko Haram terrorists deployed to Taraba State for attacks, has been arrested by troops of 6 Brigade, Nigerian Army/Sector 3, Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS).The food vendor identified as Nura Yakubu, was arrested in the Garba Chede community of Bali Local Government Area, Taraba State.Yakubu was ar

Nigerian Army Uncovers Ambazonia Rebel Network & Recovers Stolen Pipelines In Taraba

Troops of the 6 Brigade Nigerian Army, operating under Sector 3 of Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), have successfully apprehended four suspected members of the Ambazonia rebel group in Taraba State. The arrest, which was made on December 18, 2024, in the Takum Local Government Area, follows a series of intelligence-driven operations.According to a s
Nigerian Army Arrests 9 Illegal Miners Suspected To Be Foreigners In Taraba

The Nigerian Army in Taraba State has arrested at least nine individuals, suspected to be foreign nationals, for illegal mining of what are believed to be precious stones.The suspected illegal miners were apprehended by the troops of Nigerian Army while hauling the mined products in a truck with a foreign vehicle number plate.The spokesperson for

Troops Foil Bandit Attack, Arrest Two Suspects With AK-47 Rifles In Taraba

The Nigerian Army has announced the successful thwarting of a planned banditry attack in Southern Taraba State by troops of the 6 Brigade, Sector 3, Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS).In a statement released on Thursday, the Army detailed how the operation was initiated based on credible intelligence about an impending terrorist attack on villages in t
Taraba Governor’s Sister, Atsi Kefas Dies After Armed Robbery Attack

Atsi Kefas, the sister of Gov Agbu Kefas of Taraba State has been reported dead four days after being shot by armed robbers.The 44-year-old succumbed to her injuries on Monday night at a private hospital in Abuja, where she was receiving treatment following the attack.Last Thursday, suspected bandits attacked a vehicle carrying the governor’s mo

Two Killed In Separate Attacks In Jalingo, Taraba State

Two people have been confirmed dead in separate violent incidents that occurred on Friday in Jalingo, the capital of Taraba State. According to Abdullahi Usman, the State Police Public Relations Officer, the first attack took place when gunmen stormed a residential compound. The assailants shattered the windows of the house with machetes bef
Police Escort ‘Accidentally Shoots’ Taraba Governor’s Sister During Gunmen Attack

The incident involving Atsi Kefas, the sister of Taraba State Governor Agbu Kefas, is a tragic and alarming development. On Thursday, December 5, gunmen attacked their convoy along Kente Road in Wukari Local Government Area of Taraba State. During the attack, Governor Kefas's sister Atsi was reportedly shot by a police escort who was part of

Panic As Suspected Assassins Kill Businesswoman, Clergyman in Their Homes in Taraba

The attack occurred in the Mayo Dasa area of Jalingo, the capital of Taraba State, where a businesswoman was killed by armed assailants. Reports indicate that the victim was preparing for an upcoming examination, studying in her compound, when the gunmen invaded. They allegedly used machetes to break the house windows before launching their attack
Gunmen Attack Mother, Sister Of Taraba’s Governor Agbu Kefas

Gunmen, suspected to be bandits, reportedly attacked Jumai Kefas, the mother of Taraba State Governor, Agbu Kefas, along with her daughter, Atsi Kefas.The attacks which occurred on Thursday, reportedly took place along Kente Road in Wukari Local Government Council of the state.Confirming the attacks, the council chairman of Wukari, Dauda Samaila A

VIDEO; Woman Writes As She Shares Experience Travelling By Road To Taraba

A Nigerian woman, Jemimah Yahaya, has shared her experience, documenting the challenges that she and other passengers faced while traveling by road to Taraba."Watin my eyes see for this trip, my mouth no fit talk," Jemimah Yahaya captioned a video documenting the journey.The bridge leading to the state capital had collapsed so travellers
Taraba State Governor, Kefas Agbu Spends N2.6 Billion On Office Furniture, Outpacing Key Infrastructure Projects (Photos)

A recent review of the Taraba State budget has raised eyebrows over the state’s expenditure priorities, revealing that a staggering N2.6 billion was spent on office furniture and fittings between January and September 2024. According to the budget performance documents, the third quarter alone saw a massive N2 billion allocated to office furnitu

73-Year-Old Bandits' Informant Nabbed As Troops Dismantle Multiple Criminal Hideouts In Taraba

The 6 Brigade Nigerian Army/ Sector 3 Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) has arrested a 73-year-old suspected bandits' informant and collaborator, Alhaji Buba Maru in Ardo-Kola Local Government Area of Taraba State. Acting Assistant Director, 6 Brigade Army Public Relations, Captain Olubodunde Oni, who disclosed this in a statement on Tuesday, Nov
Customers Groan As Cash Scarcity Hits Taraba

Residents of Taraba State are again facing increased exploitation by Point of Sale (POS) operators as the ongoing cash scarcity intensifies.Reports indicate that many operators have hiked their charges, taking advantage of the situation to impose exorbitant fees on cash withdrawals and other transactions.The cash crisis, which has enveloped the st

Troops Nab Suspected Kidnap Kingpin, Gunrunner In Taraba, Recover Weapons

The Nigerian Army 6 Brigade, under Sector 3 of Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), has declared that it will continue utilizing all its resources to dismantle criminal networks in Taraba State.The troops made the commitment in a press statement on Sunday, as they announced the arrest of a known kidnapper in the state.Suleiman Ahmad, the suspect, was ap
Notorious Kidnap Kingpin Who Abducted 20 People & Collected Over N70m Ransom Nabbed in Taraba

Gallant troops of the 6 Brigade Nigerian Army, Sector 3 Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), have successfully arrested a notorious kidnapper, Suleiman Ahmad, in Lau Local Government Area of Taraba State. This was disclosed in a statement by Captain Olubodunde Oni, Acting Assistant Director, 6 Brigade Army Public Relations, on Sunday, November 17, 2024.

Taraba Govt Approves N70,000 Minimum Wage For Workers

The Taraba State government has officially approved a new minimum wage of N70,000 for its workforce, effective November 2024.This decision comes in response to the December 1 strike notice issued by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) to States that have yet to implement the updated national minimum wage.According to Paul Maigida Tino, the State Hea

Public Outcry In Taraba Over Rising Cost Of Sachet Water

Residents of Jalingo, the capital of Taraba State, have called on the state government, to as a matter of urgency, address the rising cost of sachet water in Jalingo metropolis.The price, as of the time of filing this report, has reached an unprecedented 50 Naira per sachet.Some persons who bared their minds on the development, considered the pric

Troops Arrest 12 Suspected Kidnappers, Recover Motorcycles, Pistol In Taraba

At least 12 suspected kidnappers have been arrested by the gallant troops of 6 Brigade Nigerian Army/Sector 3 Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS). This was confirmed by Captain Olubodunde Oni, Acting Assistant Director of 6 Brigade Army Public Relations. Oni stated that the troops recovered 14 motorcycles, a locally fabricated pistol, and two bags of In
22 Miners Killed As Mining Pit Collapses In Adamawa, Taraba

Twenty two miners have been killed after a mining pit at an illegal mining site located within a national game reserve spanning Gashaka Local Government Area in Taraba State and Toungo Local Government Area in Adamawa State collapsed.A miner from Gashaka, Adamu Jamtare, who confirmed the incident to Daily Trust, explained that many of the deceased

How Nigerian Troops Neutralize Notorious Kidnapping Syndicate In Taraba

The Commander of the 6 Brigade of the Nigerian Army, Jalingo, Taraba State, Brigadier General Kingsley Chidiebere Uwa, has said the fight against terrorism remains one of the top priorities of the military.He said the troops will make every effort to ensure the safety and protection of the lives and property of the good people of the state and Nig
Nigerian Troops Arrest Three Suspected Bandits, Logistics Supplier In Taraba

Troops of 6 Brigade Nigerian Army and Sector 3 Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) have confirmed the arrest of three suspects believed to have been responsible for a series of criminal activities in Taraba State.The suspects, who were identified as Adamu Abubakar, Mohammed Bello, and Musa Adamu were confirmed to have been arrested on 7 October, 2024 in

Taraba Govt Renames State House After Ex Minister, TY Danjuma

Taraba State Government has officially renamed the Government House in Jalingo after former Minister of Defence, General Theophilus Yakubu Danjuma.According to the press statement made available to newsmen on Friday, the state seat of power will now be called T.Y. Danjuma House.Speaking on the development, Governor Agbu Kefas praised him for his r
Court Grants Ex Taraba State Gov. Ishaku N150m Bail Over N27bn Fraud Case

Darius Ishaku, a former Taraba State governor arraigned for alleged involvement in an alleged N27 billion fraud case, was granted bail by a Federal High Court in Abuja on Thursday.The court set his bail at N150 million.Ishaku is also required to present two sureties resident in Abuja to the court. At least one of the sureties must be a director an

Troops Arrest 8 Boko Haram Terrorists, 2 High-Profile Female Kidnappers’ Informants In Taraba

Ten suspects comprising 8 Boko Haram terrorists (BHT) and 2 high-profile kidnap informants, have been arrested by troops of 6 Brigade Nigerian Army/ Sector 3 Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) in Taraba State.Acting Assistant Director, 6 Brigade Army Public Relations, Captain Olubodunde Oni, disclosed this in a statement on Monday, September 30, 2024.A
Ex Taraba Governor Darius Ishaku, Perm Sec Arraigned For 'N27 Billion Fraud'

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Monday, September 30, 2024, arraigned former governor of Taraba State, Darius Dickson Ishaku and former permanent secretary, Bureau for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs in the state, Bello Yero, before Justice S. C Oriji of the Federal Capital Territory High Court, Maitama, Abuja for f

VID; Dismissed Taraba Emirate’s Accountant Arrested Over Murder Of Emir’s Wives And Children

Alhaji Nafi’u Yahaya, a former accountant of the Mutum Biyu Emirate palace in Gassol Local Government Area of Taraba State, has been arrested for his alleged involvement in the abduction and murder of Emir, Justice Sani Sulaiman's wives and five of his children in Feb. 2023.Yahaya was arrested followed the detention of a suspected kidnapper

Taraba Community Protests Alleged Harassment By Monarch Idi Chiroma

The people of Kwararafa chiefdom in Gassol Local Government Area of Taraba State on Saturday held a protest against alleged harassment by the traditional ruler of Gassol, Idi Chiroma.The protesters alleged that Mr Chiroma was coercing them to pay him royalties on farmlands and ponds, even when they were not under his chiefdom.They appealed to Gove
BREAKING! Former Taraba Gov. Darius Ishaku Arrested by EFCC Over Alleged N9.3bn Fraud

Darius Ishaku, the former governor of Taraba State, has been arrested by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over his alleged involvement in a N9.3 billion fraud. According to reports, Ishaku is currently being held at the EFCC office in Abuja. Dele Oyewale, the EFCC spokesperson, confirmed the arrest but did not disclose further d
Nigerian Troops Bust Criminal Network In Taraba

Troops of the 6 Brigade, Nigerian Army and Sector 3 Operation Whirl Stroke, OPWS, have again dismantled a notorious criminal network allegedly responsible for various acts of violence and insecurity within Karim-Lamido Local Government Council of Taraba State.A statement made available to journalists on Wednesday by the acting Assistant Director,
Army Finally Arrest Owner Of Abandoned Vehicle Found Carrying Dangerous Weapons In Taraba

The Acting Assistant Director of the 6 Brigade, Army Public Relations, Captain Oni Olubodunde, said the troops have finally apprehended the owner of an abandoned vehicle found carrying arms in Taraba StateThe vehicle owner, who was identified as Mallam Abubakar Adamu, according to a release issued out to journalists in the state, on Tuesday, was a