The death toll from an attack by gunmen in Taraba State has risen to at least 50, survivors and Amnesty International told AFP Sunday, after more bodies were discovered. Read Also: ‘We counted over 20 bodies after attackers left’ – Taraba massacre survivors Both police and Amnesty said some of the victims had drowned w…

…Government Area of Benue. Onoja said troops arrested a suspected arms dealer in Jalingo, Taraba, over an alleged attempt to sell 200 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition. According to him, the suspect reportedly disclosed the location of three AK-47 rifles. He said troops had in another operation, arrested a suspected k…

…Friday afternoon when a large gang of heavily armed bandits invaded Binnari village in Taraba State, unleashing intense gunfire and looting food supplies from shops. According to a police statement issued by the Taraba State Police Command Public Relations Officer, ASP Victor Mshelizah, the tragic attack occurred on Fr…

The Taraba State Police Command has confirmed an attack on Binnari community in Karim-Lamido Local Government Area of the state.It said 10 people were killed by unknown gunmen.The attack reportedly occurred in the early hours of Friday in Amar Ward, Karim II Constituency.Police Public Relations Officer, PPRO, Victor Ms…

…security agents and passed the information to Gana, with his coverage spanning Benue and Taraba states. He was also accused of kidnapping one Samuel in 2022 and holding him hostage until N40,000 was paid for his release. The offences were alleged to be contrary to sections 21 and 24 of the TPPA 2022. The charge was per…

…states recorded the slowest rises in food inflation on a year-on-year basis, with Taraba recording a negative 7.47 per cent, Yobe a negative 0.37 per cent and Borno a negative 2.18 per cent. A Vanguard market survey carried out at Mile 12 International Market, one of the biggest foodstuff markets in Lagos, on some food…

…arrested a notorious criminal, Denen Joe, popularly known as DJ Abam, in Peva community, Taraba State. The arrest has been described by residents of Peva and surrounding communities as a significant development in efforts to end years of alleged violence, extortion and criminal intimidation. Abam, who was accused of op…

…Across Nigeria Now>Lagos recorded annual food inflation of 34.4% in September, while Taraba recorded a decline of 7.5%, highlighting the differences in food-price pressures across the country. PAY ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!For consumers, this means that a ₦50,000 sho…

…Nigeria and the Federal Capital Territory, the advisory extends to Niger, Kogi, Plateau, Taraba, Kwara, and Benue states, meaning even the area surrounding Abuja is not considered safe for non-essential visits.Southern Nigeria Also Set at Risky Area The advisory does not limit its concerns to the north. In the South Ea…

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Taraba State University (TSU) branch, has reaffirmed its total and indefinite strike, directing members to suspend all teaching activities, including online lectures, project supervision and teaching practice supervision.In a statement issued on Monday, the branch chairp…

…passed away in Maigoje village, Mai Idanu Ward, Gashaka Local Government Area of Taraba State, following a domestic violence incident involving his 24-year-old wife, Maimuna. According to a police report from the Gashaka Division, obtained by SaharaReporters, Maimuna cut off her husband's manhood at about 11:15 p.m. on…

A leader of hunters in Andamin community, Karim-Lamido Local Government Area of Taraba State, Shuayibu Danladi Ciroma, has been killed following an encounter with suspected bandits while responding to intelligence about a planned attack on the community. Ciroma, who was also a member of the Forest Guard Corps, reported…

…per cent, up from 18.6 per cent during the corresponding period in 2025. Ondo, Bauchi, Taraba, Edo and Benue accounted for 88 per cent of confirmed cases, with Ondo recording the highest proportion at 36 per cent. Three new cases and one death were reported during the week under review. According to the NCDC, “Three ne…

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Taraba State University (TSU) chapter, on Monday declared a total and indefinite strike over the alleged failure of the Taraba State Government to implement its demands on staff remuneration and the payment of salary arrears. The union announced that the industrial actio…

…Rivers State. The agency also intercepted large consignments of illicit drugs in Lagos, Taraba, Kano, Kaduna, Edo, Cross River and Ondo states, while recovering firearms and ammunition during a raid in Plateau State. The NDLEA Director of Media and Advocacy, Femi Babafemi, disclosed this in a statement on Sunday, sayin…

…of Tunde Adebayo, 42, with 35 bags of the same psychoactive substance weighing 351kg. In Taraba State, NDLEA operatives, supported by soldiers, arrested Abdulrasheed Mohamed, 31, and Abubakar Saidu, 37, at Chanchanji village in Wukari Local Government Area on Friday, October 9. The suspects were found with 166,200 tabl…

…35 bags of cannabis weighing 351kg. NDLEA arrest suspect with drugs. Credit: NDLEA In Taraba State, NDLEA operatives, supported by soldiers, arrested Abdulrasheed Mohamed, 31, and Abubakar Saidu, 37, at Chanchanji village, Wukari Local Government Area, on Friday, October 9. Babafemi said the suspects were found with 16…

…universities that are still on strike now are the three state universities in Lagos. Taraba State is unwilling. They will hear from us soon. A good number of states have keyed into the 2025 agreement. We want to thank all the state governors that have agreed to implement this 2025 agreement. We want to especially thank…

A Nigerian groom wore a traditional attire for his white wedding in Taraba State. The groom's attire consists of a wrapper and white singlet. A Facebook user, Agbu Jibaniya posted the photo on Saturday, October 3, 2026. According to him, the wrapper and singlet is the traditional outfit of the Jukun Wapan people in Wuk…

…detailing police operations carried out between September 29 and October 2, 2026. In Taraba State, police operatives rescued three of five persons abducted in the state following sustained pressure on the kidnappers. The victims were rescued safely and handed over to their families. Nine travellers abducted in Ogun Sta…

…Governor of Yobe state, representing the governor of Yobe state. Their counterpart from Taraba was absent – and including his deputy. Also in attendance was the Deputy Governor of Borno state, Umar Usman Kadafur. Reading out the Communique at the end of their deliberations, Adamawa State Governor, Fintiri, said the For…

…for my governor, Mutfwang in Plateau State, and praying, let God give them victory, Taraba. African nations, South Africa, we are praying for Ghana and the rest of the countries that are in Africa,” he said. The cleric said he was “standing in the gap” and prayed against what he described as Satan’s influence in leader…

Governor Agbu Kefas of Taraba State has expressed concern over rising cases of criminal activities, illicit drug consumption and unprovoked attacks across the state. Kefas raised the concern on Friday at an emergency security meeting convened to address growing security challenges and other emerging threats confronting…

…Binuyo, who was abducted in Kogi State while travelling to an orientation camp in Taraba State in January 2026, regained her freedom after 10 days in captivity. Her abduction prompted the Lagos State House of Assembly to call for improved security along major routes used by corps members. In February 2023, 15 corps mem…

By Femi Bolaji JALINGO — The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Taraba State University (TSU) chapter, has rejected the constitution of a fresh committee by the Taraba State Government to review staff remuneration and workforce in tertiary institutions. The union described the move as unnecessary and capable…