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Nigeria: Abducted Plateau Varsity Student Freed
Ms Ayuba was abducted on Saturday night, 31 October, at an off-campus residential area in Bokkos Local Government Area, while another person sustained gunshot injuries during the attack. A 100-level female student of Plateau State University (PLASU), Bokkos, Plateau State, Favour Ayuba, has regained her freedom after her abductors abandoned her following a joint security operation involving the university and security personnel.
Abducted Plateau varsity student freed
A 100-level female student of Plateau State University (PLASU), Bokkos, Plateau State, Favour Ayuba, has regained her freedom after her abductors abandoned her following a joint security operation involving the university and security personnel. Open in WhatsApp Ms Ayuba was abducted on Saturday night, 31 October, at an off-campus residential area in Bokkos Local Government Area, while another person sustained gunshot injuries during the attack.
Abducted Plateau varsity student freed
Nigeria, Nov. 5 -- A 100-level female student of Plateau State University (PLASU), Bokkos, Plateau State, Favour Ayuba, has regained her freedom after her abductors abandoned her following a joint security operation involving the university and security personnel. Ms Ayuba was abducted on Saturday night, 31 October, at an off-campus residential area in Bokkos Local Government Area, while another person sustained gunshot injuries during the attack.
Bandits kill soldier, pregnant woman, abduct 15 residents
Suspected bandits have killed a soldier, a local hunter and a pregnant woman during attacks in Karim-Lamido Local Government Area of Taraba State, in which they abducted more than 15 residents. Open in WhatsApp The attacks reportedly occurred around 4 p.m. on Tuesday in Kuka Sarkin Yamma and Ruwan-Zafi communities, barely two weeks after scores of residents were killed in Binnari community in the same local government area.
Bandits kill soldier, pregnant woman, abduct 15 residents
Nigeria, Nov. 4 -- Suspected bandits have killed a soldier, a local hunter and a pregnant woman during attacks in Karim-Lamido Local Government Area of Taraba State, in which they abducted more than 15 residents. The attacks reportedly occurred around 4 p.m. on Tuesday in Kuka Sarkin Yamma and Ruwan-Zafi communities, barely two weeks after scores of residents were killed in Binnari community in the same local government area.
Nigeria: Bank Customers Protest Alleged N100m Fraud in Jos, Documents Show N10m Investment Deal
Customers alleged fraudulent transactions involving more than N100 million, demanding intervention by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and the federal government. Scores of aggrieved customers of Jaiz Bank on Monday protested at the bank's main branch in Jos, Plateau State, over alleged fraudulent transactions involving more than N100 million, demanding intervention by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and the federal government.
Former Miss Taraba Comfort Williams dies
Comfort Williams, the 10th Miss Taraba, has died, the management of Prime Planet Event Managers, organisers of the Mr and Miss Taraba pageant, has announced. Open in WhatsApp The organisation disclosed her death in a condolence statement issued on Monday, describing her as a valued member of its team and its Assistant Managing Director.
Bank customers protest alleged N100m fraud in Jos, documents show N10m investment deal
Scores of aggrieved customers of Jaiz Bank on Monday protested at the bank’s main branch in Jos, Plateau State, over alleged fraudulent transactions involving more than N100 million, demanding intervention by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and the federal government. Open in WhatsApp The protesters accused the financial institution of failing to resolve complaints over money they said had been transferred without their authorisation.
Family seeks closure of son’s betting accounts over alleged gambling addiction
A family in Jalingo, Taraba State, has appealed to sports betting companies to suspend or permanently close the betting accounts of a young man, Paul Matudi, over concerns about his alleged gambling addiction. Open in WhatsApp The family said Mr Matudi’s involvement in sports betting had become excessive, raising concerns about its impact on his education, finances and the emotional well-being of relatives.
Former Miss Taraba Comfort Williams dies
Nigeria, Nov. 3 -- Comfort Williams, the 10th Miss Taraba, has died, the management of Prime Planet Event Managers, organisers of the Mr and Miss Taraba pageant, has announced. The organisation disclosed her death in a condolence statement issued on Monday, describing her as a valued member of its team and its Assistant Managing Director.
Family seeks closure of son's betting accounts over alleged gambling addiction
Nigeria, Nov. 3 -- A family in Jalingo, Taraba State, has appealed to sports betting companies to suspend or permanently close the betting accounts of a young man, Paul Matudi, over concerns about his alleged gambling addiction. The family said Mr Matudi's involvement in sports betting had become excessive, raising concerns about its impact on his education, finances and the emotional well-being of relatives.
2027: 12 candidates vie for Plateau’s three senatorial seats
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has published the final list of candidates for the 2027 National Assembly elections, with 12 candidates listed for Plateau State’s three senatorial districts. Open in WhatsApp The list features prominent political figures, including former Plateau State Governor Simon Lalong, former senator Simon Mwadkwon and former Minister of Youth and Sports Development Solomon Dalung.
2027: Mutfwang inaugurates APC campaign council in Plateau
Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang has inaugurated the All Progressives Congress (APC) Campaign Council for the 2027 general elections, urging members to intensify grassroots mobilisation and run peaceful, issue-based campaigns. Open in WhatsApp The inauguration took place on Monday at the Government House, Rayfield, Jos, bringing together party leaders, political stakeholders and campaign coordinators ahead of the elections.
Nigeria: Gunmen Kill Soldier, Steal Weapons At Plateau Checkpoint
The spokesperson for OPEP, Chinonso Oteh, an army captain, confirmed the incident, describing it as a deliberate and unprovoked attack on the troops. Gunmen have killed a soldier and stolen two weapons after attacking troops of Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP) at a military checkpoint in Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State. The attack occurred at about 8 p.m. on Saturday at Sopp Checkpoint in Ungwan Boka, where soldiers were reportedly keeping vigil.
Gunmen kill soldier, steal weapons at Plateau checkpoint
Gunmen have killed a soldier and stolen two weapons after attacking troops of Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP) at a military checkpoint in Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State. Open in WhatsApp The attack occurred at about 8 p.m. on Saturday at Sopp Checkpoint in Ungwan Boka, where soldiers were reportedly keeping vigil. The assailants reportedly opened fire on the troops from different directions, triggering a gun battle before escaping into the bush.
2027: INEC lists 35 candidates for Taraba Senate elections
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has listed 35 candidates to contest the three senatorial seats in Taraba State in the 2027 general elections. Open in WhatsApp The candidates, representing various political parties, will contest for Taraba North, Taraba Central, and Taraba South senatorial districts in the National Assembly election scheduled for 16 January 2027.
2027: Mutfwang inaugurates APC campaign council in Plateau
Nigeria, Nov. 2 -- Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang has inaugurated the All Progressives Congress (APC) Campaign Council for the 2027 general elections, urging members to intensify grassroots mobilisation and run peaceful, issue-based campaigns. The inauguration took place on Monday at the Government House, Rayfield, Jos, bringing together party leaders, political stakeholders and campaign coordinators ahead of the elections.
2027: 12 candidates vie for Plateau's three senatorial seats
Nigeria, Nov. 2 -- The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has published the final list of candidates for the 2027 National Assembly elections, with 12 candidates listed for Plateau State's three senatorial districts. The list features prominent political figures, including former Plateau State Governor Simon Lalong, former senator Simon Mwadkwon and former Minister of Youth and Sports Development Solomon Dalung.
Plateau police arrest man over wife’s killing
The police have arrested a 40-year-old man, Davou Dachung, over the alleged killing of his wife, Jessica Davou, in Jos South Local Government Area of Plateau State. Open in WhatsApp The police said the suspect allegedly shot his wife in the chest with a locally fabricated firearm following a domestic dispute at their residence in Haita Fwil village, Vwang, Kogot district.
Gunmen kill four in Plateau community despite curfew
At least four people were killed after gunmen attacked Sabon Angwa community, around Bet/Zat in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State, on Thursday night. Open in WhatsApp The attackers reportedly stormed the community at about 8 p.m. and opened fire on residents, despite the curfew imposed in parts of the state to contain insecurity. A resident of Barkin Ladi, Bulus Jok, said the gunmen operated freely for some time, shooting indiscriminately.
Gunmen kill farmer, injure pastor in Plateau attack
Gunmen have killed a 36-year-old farmer and injured a pastor in an attack on a farm in Lamor community, Pushit District, Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State, while another man has been reported missing. Open in WhatsApp The attack occurred on Wednesday afternoon, according to a community youth leader, Bulus Nehemiah, who confirmed the incident. Mr Nehemiah identified the deceased as Steven Bala and the injured cleric as Apollos Charly, the owner of the farm where the attack occurred.
Mutfwang, Yilwatda rally Plateau behind Tinubu's reelection bid
Nigeria, Oct. 28 -- Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang and Nentawe Yilwatda, the national chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), on Wednesday, rallied support for President Bola Tinubu's re-election bid, urging residents to back him in the 2027 presidential election. The two politicians spoke in Jos at the inauguration of the Plateau State chapter of the PBAT Door-to-Door movement, a grassroots political group financing and mobilising support for Mr Tinubu's second term.
Top Headlines: Conflict, Peace and Security
Former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo calls for justice, accountability and deliberate reconciliation to address persistent conflicts and social divisions in Nigeria's North-central region Former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo has called for justice, accountability and deliberate reconciliation to address persistent conflicts and social divisions in Nigeria's North-central region.
Osinbajo demands justice, accountability to end North-central conflicts
Former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo has called for justice, accountability and deliberate reconciliation to address persistent conflicts and social divisions in Nigeria’s North-central region. Open in WhatsApp He spoke on Monday at a conference organised by the Justice Research Institute, in partnership with the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS), Kuru in Plateau State.
Nigeria: Taraba Killings - Governor Extends Security Measures By Six Months
Taraba State Governor Agbu Kefas extends the designation of Karim-Lamido Local Government Area as an area of special security concern by six months following the deadly attack on Binnari community The Taraba State Governor, Agbu Kefas, has extended the designation of Karim-Lamido Local Government Area as an area of special security concern for another six months following the deadly attack on Binnari community.
Taraba Killings: Governor extends security measures by six months
The Taraba State Governor, Agbu Kefas, has extended the designation of Karim-Lamido Local Government Area as an area of special security concern for another six months following the deadly attack on Binnari community. Open in WhatsApp The governor announced the decision on Monday after an emergency security meeting at the T.Y. Danjuma House in Jalingo, the state capital, in response to the 23 October attack that left dozens of residents dead and several families traumatised.
Nigeria: Ebola - Plateau Reopens Isolation Centres, Steps Up Surveillance
Plateau State Commissioner for Health, Nicholas Ba'amlong, disclosed this during a press briefing in Jos on Monday. The Plateau State Government has reactivated isolation centres and intensified disease surveillance to prevent an Ebola outbreak in the state amid growing national concern over the disease. The state Commissioner for Health, Nicholas Ba'amlong, disclosed this during a press briefing in Jos on Monday.
Mutilated body of motorcyclist found as similar mystery killings rise
The mutilated body of a motorcycle rider has been found along Longvel Road in Shendam Local Government Area of Plateau State, with his motorcycle reportedly stolen. Open in WhatsApp The killing, reported on Monday, bears similarities to previous attacks on motorcycle riders in other parts of the state and adds to a series of violent incidents involving farmers, travellers, vigilantes and traditional leaders in recent weeks.
Four Hours of Horror: How market day became a massacre in Taraba community
For about four hours on Friday, gunmen reportedly rampaged through Binnari, a rural community in Taraba State’s Karim-Lamido Local Government Area, shooting at residents, looting shops and setting houses ablaze as terrified villagers fled for safety. Open in WhatsApp The attackers struck on the community’s weekly market day, when traders and buyers from surrounding settlements converge to exchange farm produce, food and other goods.
Troops rescue kidnap victim in Plateau
Troops of Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP) have rescued a kidnap victim unharmed in Gura Topp, Jos South Local Government Area of Plateau State, amid growing concerns over repeated abductions in the area. Open in WhatsApp PREMIUM TIMES reliably gathered that no fewer than eight people have been kidnapped within one month along the Lo Pam Dyet, Gura Topp and Rahol Kanang axis of the local government area.
2027: Mutfwang rallies Plateau indigenes in Kaduna for Tinubu
Nigeria, Oct. 24 -- Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang has urged indigenes of the state living in Kaduna to back President Bola Tinubu's re-election bid, citing federal backing for infrastructure projects in Plateau. Mr Mutfwang made the appeal on Friday while addressing members of the Plateau community in Kaduna ahead of the official flag-off of the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential campaign on Saturday.
2027: Kwankwaso pledges jobs, security, education as Obi misses Plateau meeting
Nigeria, Oct. 24 -- Rabiu Kwankwaso, the vice-presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), has pledged that a government led by the party's presidential candidate, Peter Obi, would prioritise security, education, agriculture and job creation if elected in 2027. Mr Kwankwaso made the pledge on Friday at a town hall meeting with stakeholders in Jos, Plateau State, where he described the Obi-Kwankwaso ticket as a platform for national unity.
Man who teased governor on Facebook gets bail after one month in detention
A Federal High Court in Jalingo, Taraba State, has granted bail to Fonya Sule, who was detained for about one month over a Facebook post concerning Governor Agbu Kefas and the All Progressives Congress (APC) deputy governorship candidate, Zainab Ibrahim. Open in WhatsApp Mr Sule was detained at the Jalingo Correctional Centre following a complaint by the Taraba State Government over the post, which allegedly defamed the governor and Ms Ibrahim, popularly known as Aunty Zee.
Three sentenced to death for kidnapping Catholic priests
An Adamawa State High Court has sentenced three men to death for kidnapping two Catholic priests in February 2025. Open in WhatsApp Christopher Mapeo delivered the judgement on Thursday, convicting Taledo Demiel, Namomai Medan and Mikaila Yusuf over the abduction of Reverend Fathers Matthew Dutsemi and Abraham Sauman.
Nigeria: Taraba Community Seeks Separate Ward Over Alleged Marginalisation
The Munga Dosso community in Karim Lamido Local Government Area of Taraba State cited years of inadequate infrastructure, limited political representation and alleged exclusion from government development projects. The Munga Dosso community in Karim Lamido Local Government Area of Taraba State has appealed to Governor Agbu Kefas to consider creating a separate electoral ward for the community.
Bauchi mosque removes imam over alleged campaign for Tinubu's 2027 re-election
Nigeria, Oct. 22 -- The management committee of Masjid Abdullahi Bin Zubbair in Madina Quarters, Bauchi State, has removed its imam, Dahiru Abubakar, over allegations that he used sermons to campaign for President Bola Tinubu's re-election. The committee also rejected an alleged proposal by Mr Abubakar to rename the mosque after the president.
Kidnappers kill seven-year-old boy after demanding ₦2.5m ransom
A seven-year-old boy, Abdullahi Rabi’u, has been found dead in Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau State, hours after suspected kidnappers reportedly demanded a ₦2.5 million ransom from his family. Open in WhatsApp According to his uncle, Sukairaj Gado, the boy went missing on Monday evening after being sent on an errand to a neighbour’s house in the Majema area along Ring Road. Mr Gado said the boy delivered the message but did not return home, prompting the search.
Nigeria: Taraba Varsity Strike Over Unpaid Arrears Enters Ninth Day
The strike by lecturers at Taraba State University (TSU), Jalingo, entered its ninth day on Wednesday The strike by lecturers at Taraba State University (TSU), Jalingo, entered its ninth day on Wednesday, paralysing academic activities at the state-owned institution. The state government has yet to announce plans to implement an outstanding remuneration agreement or pay salary arrears demanded by the lecturers.
Nigeria: Taraba Assembly Approves State Police Bill
The lawmakers unanimously approved the bill on Tuesday after it was presented to the Speaker, John Bonzena, and laid before the House by the Majority Leader, Jethro Zikengyu, for consideration The Taraba State House of Assembly has approved the constitution amendment bill seeking to establish state police in Nigeria.
Taraba varsity strike over unpaid arrears enters ninth day
The strike by lecturers at Taraba State University (TSU), Jalingo, entered its ninth day on Wednesday, paralysing academic activities at the state-owned institution. Open in WhatsApp The state government has yet to announce plans to implement an outstanding remuneration agreement or pay salary arrears demanded by the lecturers.
Nasarawa Assembly Approves State Police Bill, Becoming Twelfth State To Endorse Reform
The Nasarawa State House of Assembly has unanimously approved the constitution amendment bill seeking to establish state police, bringing the total number of endorsing states to twelve. SN How Streamline reports this story Build your reading streak0/3 today·Counts at 25% No sign-in required. Choose up to two. This captures your response to the story—it is not a vote on whether the reporting is true. 1 source reference Sources linked in this article’s evidence ledger.
State Police: Nasarawa Assembly joins 11 other states to approve bill
The Nasarawa State House of Assembly has approved the constitution amendment bill seeking to establish state police, joining 11 other state legislatures that have endorsed the proposed reform. Open in WhatsApp The lawmakers unanimously approved all 26 clauses of the Constitution (Sixth Alteration) Bill, 2026, during plenary in Lafia on Tuesday.
Taraba Assembly approves state police bill
The Taraba State House of Assembly has approved the constitution amendment bill seeking to establish state police in Nigeria. Open in WhatsApp The lawmakers unanimously approved the bill on Tuesday after it was presented to the Speaker, John Bonzena, and laid before the House by the Majority Leader, Jethro Zikengyu, for consideration.
State Police: Nasarawa Assembly joins 11 other states to approve bill
Nigeria, Oct. 21 -- The Nasarawa State House of Assembly has approved the constitution amendment bill seeking to establish state police, joining 11 other state legislatures that have endorsed the proposed reform. The lawmakers unanimously approved all 26 clauses of the Constitution (Sixth Alteration) Bill, 2026, during plenary in Lafia on Tuesday.
Plateau Assembly approves state police bill
Nigeria, Oct. 21 -- The Plateau State House of Assembly on Tuesday approved the constitutional amendment bill to establish state police in Nigeria, advancing efforts to decentralise policing amid persistent security challenges across the country. The lawmakers adopted the recommendations of an ad hoc committee on the bill during plenary, following the presentation of its report by the committee's chairman, Theodore Maiyaki, who represents Qua'an-Pan South Constituency.
Plateau Assembly approves state police bill
The Plateau State House of Assembly on Tuesday approved the constitutional amendment bill to establish state police in Nigeria, advancing efforts to decentralise policing amid persistent security challenges across the country. Open in WhatsApp The lawmakers adopted the recommendations of an ad hoc committee on the bill during plenary, following the presentation of its report by the committee’s chairman, Theodore Maiyaki, who represents Qua’an-Pan South Constituency.
2027: Plateau youth group unveils charter of demands for governorship candidates
A youth group in Plateau State on Tuesday unveiled a charter of demands urging governorship candidates to prioritise job creation, security reforms and inclusive governance, with proposals to monitor their performance if elected. Open in WhatsApp The charter, developed by the Plateau State Youth Council (PYC) with technical support from the Youth Initiative Against Violence and Human Rights Abuse (YIAVHA), is based on a survey of 782 young people across the state’s 17 local government areas.
Nigeria: Two Dead, 18 Communities Submerged As Flood Ravages Nasarawa
The flooding, triggered by torrential rainfall and the overflow of the River Benue, has affected several communities in the Eke Development Area At least two persons have died and more than 18 communities have been submerged by flooding in Doma Local Government Area of Nasarawa State, displacing thousands of residents and destroying homes, farmlands and roads.
Nigeria: Taraba Council Chairman Sued Over Alleged Threats to Workers
The suit, filed by Hajara Sule at the Federal High Court in Jalingo on 19 October, followed the circulation of a video in which Mr Ubandoma allegedly warned government workers against engaging in political activities he considered contrary to the interests of the Governor Agbu Kefas administration.
2027 Elections: 29,314 PVCs uncollected in Taraba – INEC
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says 29,314 Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) remain uncollected in Taraba State ahead of the 2027 general elections. Open in WhatsApp The Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) in the state, Sa’ad Idris, disclosed this on Monday at a stakeholders’ meeting on election preparedness, PVC distribution and collaboration ahead of the polls in Jalingo.
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