By Akila Yerima Yeri, Jalingo Taraba Commissioner – Oct. 09, 2025 When Governor Agbu Kefas set out to reshape Taraba State’s governance model, he understood that reforms required not just political will but also the steady hands of technocrats who could translate vision into numbers, policies, and measurable outcomes. In Dr. Serah Enoch Adi, his…
By Prof. John Tyavbee Ajai Prof. Umahi – Oct. 08, 2025 The Minister of Works, Engr. David Umahi, recently described himself as a “Professor in Practice.” To the ordinary ear, this might sound harmless. But within the academy, it is a matter of grave concern. Professorship is not a casual label; it is the peak…
By Prince Hassan Ishaku Bali/Gassol – August 25, 2025 As political activities gradually gain momentum ahead of the 2027 general elections, the people of Bali and Gassol Federal Constituency in Taraba State face an important choice: whether to renew the mandate of their current representative at the National Assembly, Hon. Ja’afaru Yakubu Ciroma. For many…
By Newspointer Editorial Board The call by the Muslim Public Affairs Centre (MPAC) for Nigeria to reject foreign military support and focus solely on internal reforms has reignited debate over the best path to peace and security. There is merit in MPAC’s argument. Strengthening local security agencies, addressing socio-economic drivers, promoting accountability, and engaging religious…
By Newspointer Editorial board The outcome of the recent by-election in Karim I State Constituency, where the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) failed to retain its seat, is more than just a routine electoral upset. It is a loud and unambiguous message to the ruling party in Taraba State: the confidence of the people cannot be…
By Our Editor The sudden influx of Fulani and Hausa migrants into Kurmi Local Government Area of Taraba state, from violence-torn Northern Nigeria is a development that should alarm every security-conscious citizen. While migration for trade and survival is normal, the patterns emerging in Kurmi suggest something deeper—and potentially dangerous. Reports from Baissa the administrative…
…Frowns at exam malpractice, urges value-based upbringing By Willies Ugo, Gombe Gombe Education – August 1st 2025 The proprietress of Alheri Model School, Gombe, Mrs. Grace Samuel, has called on graduating students of the school to uphold the moral and academic standards they have acquired as they move on to the next phase of life….
By Newspointer Jalingo Taraba – May 25, 2025 In a time when public trust in governance is increasingly under strain, Hon. Aminu Jauro Hassan, Chairman of the Jalingo Local Government Council, stands out as a refreshing example of purposeful leadership rooted in service, vision, and accountability. From the onset of his tenure, Hon. Hassan has…
By Henry Agbu May – 25, 2025 Agro-pastoralism, the integrated practice of crop farming and livestock rearing, has proven to be an agricultural asset in many developed nations. There, it drives food security, boosts rural economies, and promotes environmental sustainability. Backed by technological advancement, well-structured land use policies, and institutional support, the model works efficiently,…
By Nigerian Newspointer May – 25, 2025 At a time when confidence in governance is being tested at multiple levels across Nigeria, it is both commendable and necessary to spotlight examples of leadership that embody the values of service, transparency, and vision. One such example is Hon. Moses Maihankali, Chairman of Kurmi Local Government Area…
