Darius Recalls Four Monarchs From Suspension

The governor of Taraba State, Darius Ishaku has recall four out of seven traditional rulers who were suspended for aiding and harboring criminal elements, as well as conducted illegal sales of lands belonging to Internally Displaced Persons, IDPs to unknown persons in their domains.

The deputy governor of the state Engr. Haruna Manu disclosed this in his office, while addressing stakeholders from the affected local government areas (Bali and Gasol) who were at government house in connection to the issue.

Manu stated that the district head of Taka in Mutum Biyu Chiefdom under Gasol local government (Ali Adamu), the district head of Tella in Gasol Chiefdom under Gasol local government (Bello Chiloma), district head of Sendirde in Gasol chiefdom under Gasol local government area (Ali Umaru Tafida) and ward head of Sabon Dale in Bakundi chiefdom under Bali local government area were lifted from their earlier suspension by the governor.

He further revealed that the suspension was carried out for serious security reasons, emphasizing that the administration could not sit idly and allow people who occupy sensitive positions of responsibilities to foment trouble in their various domains. “We acted swiftly based on accurate security report to restore harmony and avoid further breach of peace in the areas affected” 

He directed the permanent secretary Bureau for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Alhaji Bello Yero to issue the four traditional rulers with letter of reinstatement and warning through their respective chiefs. He also advised the reinstated traditional rulers to live above board and avoid a repeat of what happened that attracted their earlier suspension. It would be recall that in February 2016, Governor Darius Ishaku suspended seven traditional rulers from Gasol and Bali local government areas of the state for sales of lands belonging to IDPs to unknown persons.

By John Mkom

SHOCKER! Goat Gives Birth To ‘Human Being’ in Taraba [PHOTO]

There was confusion in Taraba State recently after a goat gave birth to a creature, which looks so much like human being.

An eyewitness, Rariya wrote in her Facebook wall that residents were thrown into shock after a nanny goat allegedly gave birth to the baby goat in ‘human form’

She said residents were alleging that the owner of the goat may have had sex with the nanny goat.

More details later...

Youth Group Lobby Taraba Assembly On National Bill

A Group known as the Youth Initiative For Advocacy Growth and Advancement,(YIAGA), is seeking the support of the Taraba State House of Assembly on the National Day of Action ‘set aside to peacefully engage the National Assembly and state assemblies on the Not Too Young To Run Campaign’.

The group made this known in a visit Wednesday, to the Taraba State House of Assembly, where they were received by the Speaker of the House, Abel Peter Diah.

According to the letter presented to the Speaker, and signed by Mu’azu Muhammed Danburram, ‘The activity is designed to demonstrate that the large youth population is in support of the Bill being considered in the National Assembly’.

According to the letter, the rally was not a protest, but a peaceful citizen engagement with the State House of Assembly and that the ‘campaign comprises of youth organizations drawn from different parts of the Country working to promote youth issues in policy making and constitution review process’.

While calling on all to support the Bill through social media promotions, public hearing and submission of memoranda, it added that a copy of the Bill could be downloaded on: www.yiaga.org/nottooyoungtorun.

The Speaker of the House, Abel Peter Diah, in his remarks however, promised that the House would give its support at the right time.Taraba

By Victor Gai

Taraba House Of Assembly Approves Replacement For Deceased Government Officials.

The Taraba State House of Assembly has Monday, approved the appointment of Prince Gubairo Joel Danfulani as member,Taraba State Independent Electoral Commission (TSIEC), and Zelani Hamawa Yana as Councillor, Titon Ward of Sardauna LGA.

In a letter sent to the House from the Office of the Executive Governor, and dated 12th July, 2016, has it that the move was to replace Hon Musa Dyegbea as member, Taraba State Independent Electoral Commission (TSIEC), who ‘unfortunately’ is deceased. Likewise, Zelani Hamawa Yana is to replace the Councillor of Titon Ward of Sardauna LGA, who is said to be deceased.

‘In order to fill the vacuum, I have nominated Prince Gubairo Joel Danfulani, after due consultation with the stakeholders from Kurmi Local Government’.

Also, the letter further added that ‘In the last approval by the House, the name, Hon Ishaku Adamu of Sabin Gida ward from Gassol Local Government was mistakenly omitted. Kindly grant approval to the Honourable Councillor’.

In a plenary presided over by Speaker, Abel Peter Diah, the House, by a unanimous decision, approved the appointments.

Wate Supply Scheme: Gov Ishaku To Construct Additional Reservoirs

As part of the ongoing search for the source of water that would sufficiently reach all the nooks and crannies of Jalingo metropolis and it environs, additional reservoirs will be constructed by the Taraba State Government to complement the existing ones.

This was revealed by the Taraba State Governor, Arc. Darius Dickson Ishaku during an assessment tour of Mount Jalingo where the state Government is to construct additional reservoirs through SCC, the company handling the Jalingo Primary Water Supply Scheme.

Governor Darius Ishaku said water is a priority for his administration and he is determined to ensure that Jalingo the state capital enjoys steady, pure drinking water at all times, hence the need to assess areas that would be used in making the project a reality.

The Governor stressed that the reservoirs that would be constructed are meant to store more water and to compliment other reservoirs that were constructed by the African Development Bank, (AfDB).

Darius Ishaku maintained that mount Jalingo is strategically located in a vintage part of the state capital with desired height that would be suitable for the construction of additional reservoirs that would facilitate speedy distribution of water.

He disclosed that the new reservoirs that would be constructed by SCC company on top of Mount Jalingo will be artistically designed to serve dual purposes, water and tourist center, adding that, apart from beautifying the town, a restaurant will be built also on top of the mountain which will be used to host visitors whenever they are in the state.

The Governor further said apart from the restaurant, a mini market will be constructed at the foot of Mount Jalingo which would be used to sell locally made crafts as well as the display of locally made fabrics that are worn by different ethnic groups in the state aimed at creating jobs and generating revenue for the state.

Governor Darius Ishaku also mentioned that when the project is completed, efforts would be made to sensitise the populace on the importance of paying water rates.

He stressed that with proper sensitisation, it will be easier to key into it, thereby giving the government the desire to do more for the people.

Corroborating on the Governor’s position, the General Manager of Taraba Water Supply Agency, Engineer Buba Siam, explained that though several boreholes have been sunk in Jalingo during the dry seasons, most of the boreholes rarely meet the water needs of the metropolis.

He announced that at the moment the AfDB in partnership with the Taraba state Government has been working hard to provide water to the state capital with the construction and laying off of over 60 kilometres of water pipelines.

Buba Siam explained that the population of the state is increasing steadily and it has become imperative to scout for additional water sources that will meet the water needs of the increasing population being occasioned by the influx of people because of the peace that is enjoyed in the state capital.

He also said that the 150 kilometres of pipes that are expected to be laid by SCC will increase water supply in the state.

Takum LGA Chairman, Hon Tikari, Lauds Darius Giant Strides In Takum

The Chairman of Takum Local Government Area, Hon. Shiban Tikari has commended Taraba state Governor, Arc. Darius Dickson Ishaku for embarking on projects that will fast track development in the state.

Hon. Shiban Tikari said this recently in Takum in an interview with news men on the landmark contribution made by Governor Ishaku in the past one year as the Governor of Taraba state most especially his country home, Takum.

The new Caretaker Chairman praised the leadership style of Arch. Darius Ishaku which is devoid of any form of sentiment but poised to carry all for the benefit and progress of the state.

He thanked the Governor for the wonderful work he has embarked upon in Takum, saying that, before now, the major road from Katsina Ala to Takum Central Market was an eyesore, and hardly motorable causing untold hardship to motorists and pedestrians most especially in the rainy season.

Shiban Tikari who was full of appreciation, said the road has been tarred thereby giving the town from Katsina Ala and Wukari axis a befitting look and people now ply the road with ease and added that, similar work is ongoing at Abuja road in Anguwan Rogo which is expected to serve as a ring road in Takum.

The Chairman stated that work is almost completed in the mounting and the installation of 7.5KVA transformer in Takum which is to effectively accommodate the two power sources, the 33KVA from Katsina Ala and that of hydropower from Kashimbila Dam, and  pointed out that, very soon, Takum town will have steady power supply from two different sources which will help create job opportunities to citizens of Takum.

Similarly, Hon. Shiban Tikari said very soon, Takum town will also be linked to Kashimbila Dam and the era lack of portable drinking will be a thing of the past, explaining that, the state government has concluded arrangement for the award of contract for the laying of pipes as well as the repairs of broken down water facilities within the Local Government Area.

He said Takum Local Government is a beneficiary of the state of the Art Maternity clinic courtesy of Development Africa, a faith based Christian organization in collaboration with the TY Danjuma Foundation and will be supported by the Taraba state government, and quickly pointed out that, all these good things are happening in Takum because the Governor who has the interest of his people at heart is in charge.

Speaking on security issues, the Chairman said Takum has been experiencing some security problems bothering on armed robbery and occasional kidnapping and commended the Taraba state Governor, Darius Ishaku who in collaboration with security agencies have reduced criminality in the area to the bearest minimum by identifying hotspots that are regularly being used by the criminals and stationed security personnel coupled with regular patrol from the Military.

Shiban Tikari maintained that apart from the incessant robbery which has been minimised, Takum has been enjoying relative peace pointing out that it’s been long that Takum had experienced any form of crisis.

He stated that he will continue to work in partnership with people to sustain the peace which the present administration led by Darius Ishaku has been urging people in the state to give him and thanked the Governor for reinvigorating on the peace and reconciliation committee, averring that it will help reposition the state security wise and pledged his loyalty and that of the entire people of Takum to the success of the Rescue Mission in the state.