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Mallam Mubarak Hassan, a 27-year-old Islamic cleric, has been sentenced to 15 years in prison by a Taraba State High Court for the murder of Mustapha Ishyaku, a 16-year-old boy. The incident occurred in Mutum Biyu, Gassol Local Government Area.
Troops from the 6 Brigade of the Nigerian Army apprehended two individuals suspected of arms trafficking during a stop-and-search operation in Taraba State. They recovered a significant quantity of ammunition as part of the operation.
Taraba State is experiencing a unique economic situation this Eid-el-Fitr, with prices of perishable vegetables and palm oil decreasing while staple grains like rice and beans are becoming more expensive. A recent market survey revealed a downturn in vegetable prices, conflicting with the typical holiday price hike.
The Governor of Adamawa State, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, and Taraba State's Governor, Agbu Kefas, met with Defence Minister Christopher Musa to address the spikes in violent attacks in the North-East. Their discussions focused on enhancing security measures in the affected areas.
Residents in Jalingo, the capital of Taraba State, are raising alarms about escalating rent prices, which are significantly impacting their finances. The surge in demand for housing has prompted higher rental costs, affecting many local workers and business operators.
The Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) has successfully rescued two bank workers who were kidnapped in Taraba State during a targeted operation. The military acted on credible intelligence to locate and free the victims from their captors.
Abubakar Bawa, a former chairperson of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has been appointed as the new chairperson of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Taraba State without a formal vote during the state congress in Jalingo. This change follows extensive political negotiations and the recent defection of Governor Agbu Kefas to the APC.
A fire incident has consumed the St. Mary Catholic Cathedral in Wukari, Taraba State, leaving the structure completely destroyed. The fire broke out on Wednesday night shortly after electricity was restored in the vicinity.
The governors of Taraba and Benue states convened in Wukari to discuss ongoing security issues affecting their border communities. The meeting focused on cooperation and strategies to enhance safety in the areas impacted by violence.
The Federal Medical Centre in Jalingo, Taraba State has reported that Lassa fever has claimed the lives of 35 individuals. A total of 226 suspected cases were admitted, with 95 confirmed positive for the virus.
A fire incident destroyed part of a twin residential building in Jalingo, Taraba State, but thankfully, residents were unharmed. The Federal Fire Service managed to salvage property worth approximately N52 million.
The Taraba State Police have reported the death of five children believed to have suffered from food poisoning, with eight additional casualties receiving treatment in Takum. The children reportedly ingested contaminated meat during a Ramadan gathering.
Troops from the 6 Brigade Nigerian Army have detained a suspected gunrunner, identified as Abubakar Ibrahim, in Taraba State while also recovering a cache of weapons and other items during the operation.
Farmers in Taraba State have voiced their dissatisfaction as the prices of agricultural products continue to decline. This downward trend has been observed in various markets, particularly in Mutum Biyu and Iware.
A Wukari resident, Hikon Boshe, has successfully apprehended a thief who has allegedly plagued him for three years by stealing items from his home, particularly yams. Boshe revealed his experience on Facebook, where he detailed the events leading to the capture of the suspect.
