By Daniel Mtindiga, Jalingo
Dec. 15, 2025
The fertile lands of Chanchanji and Southern Taraba, long celebrated as the “Golden Land” for their agricultural wealth and cultural heritage, are now scarred by violence and neglect. Recent attacks on Tiv communities have left dozens dead, homes destroyed, women raped, and thousands displaced. Yet, the silence of key political leaders has drawn national concern.
Senator David SU Jimkita (Southern Taraba), Hon. Dr. Mark Useni Bako (House of Representatives, Takum, Ussa, Donga, and Yangtu Special Development Area), and Hon. Tanko Abubakar Yusuf (Takum 1 Constituency) have not issued statements or taken visible action to address the crisis. Their inaction comes amid renewed attacks by armed Fulani and other militia groups since 29th October 2025, which have devastated Tiv settlements in Chanchanji and surrounding areas.
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A community leader from Chanchanji, who spoke anonymously, described the attacks: “They burned farms, shot at fleeing villagers, and left entire communities in fear.” Displaced persons in Amadu, Peva, and Kyado camps lamented: “Our leaders have forgotten us. Where are their voices? Where is their conscience?”
Sen. Jimkita, once a vocal advocate for unity, has remained silent. Hon. Dr. Useni, known for fiery speeches on security, has neither addressed the crisis publicly nor on social media. Hon. Yusuf, whose constituency directly bears the brunt of the violence, has shown no sign of intervention. Residents allege that party loyalty and political interests are prioritized over human lives.
Tiv elders, youth, and women lament that this pattern confirms a long-standing belief: politicians only remember constituents during elections. Without decisive action, further attacks and retaliatory violence are likely. Taraba’s instability now poses a broader security threat to the region, yet federal attention remains limited.
Voices from the ground call for urgent action. IDP leader Hon. Peter Achibo said: “Silence is complicity. Leaders have a constitutional duty to ensure security under Section 14.” Youth leader Comrade Torkuma Luper Moses added: “We are documenting their failures. 2027 will be a referendum on their conscience.”
The Tiv people of Southern Taraba deserve accountability, not silence. This tragedy calls for public engagement, investigative media reporting, and national intervention. The failure of Sen. Jimkita, Hon. Useni, and Hon. Yusuf is not mere negligence—it is a moral lapse that history will not forget.
