Worldview News, Jalingo (2025)

12/12/2025

EMANCIPATION PROJECT 2027: PUBLIC STATEMENT OF INTENTION

Dear Esteemed People of Ussa Constituency,

After a period of reflection, consultation, and personal consideration, I wish to formally inform the public of my intention to present myself as a candidate for the office of Member, Taraba State House of Assembly, representing Ussa Constituency, in the 2027 elections.

This decision is guided by my belief that our constituency possesses immense potential—human, cultural, and economic—and that with disciplined governance and collective commitment, these strengths can be better organized for the progress of our people.

Under the banner of the “Emancipation Project 2027,” I aim to contribute to ongoing conversations and efforts around enhancing security, strengthening community cohesion, supporting development initiatives, and advancing opportunities that promote stability and long-term wellbeing in Ussa.

I am grateful for the guidance, feedback, and encouragement I have received during this period of consultation. In the months ahead, I look forward to engaging more formally with stakeholders, community leaders, and citizens across our constituency as we discuss the issues that matter to us all.

May peace, unity, and progress continue to guide our path.

Thank you.

Amb Rikwense Muri, mspsp, mnipr
Aspirant for Member, Ussa Constituency
Taraba State House of Assembly
2027
12th December 2025

12/12/2025

TARABA BEGINS LIFESAVING POLIO VACCINATION DRIVE, URGES PARENTS To Act Now

Mohammed Tikka

Taraba State has announced a new statewide polio vaccination campaign, stressing that immunisation remains one of the most powerful and reliable ways to protect children from dangerous but preventable diseases. Health experts say vaccines do not only save individual lives, they protect entire communities by stopping diseases from spreading, preventing disability, and reducing the burden on families and the healthcare system.

According to public health officials, immunisation has helped the world drastically reduce illnesses such as polio, measles, rubella and tetanus. Without vaccination, many children would be exposed to diseases that can cause permanent paralysis, hearing loss, brain damage or even death. Vaccines help the body build natural protection, and when a large number of children are immunised, outbreaks become rare or disappear completely. This is why regular vaccination campaigns remain essential, even in places that have already stamped out certain diseases.

To strengthen this protection, Taraba State will conduct a polio vaccination exercise from December 13 to 16, targeting all children aged 0–5 years.

Speaking during a media briefing in Jalingo on Thursday, Nafiu Umar, Head of the State Emergency Routine Immunization Coordination Centre (SERIC), said the campaign is part of ongoing efforts to keep Taraba’s children healthy and safe. He thanked journalists and community influencers for their support during the recent Rubella vaccination campaign, which recorded a strong turnout.

UNICEF’s representative in the state, Jennifer Dabo, described the Rubella turnout as the best ever seen in Taraba and urged communities to show the same commitment towards the upcoming polio campaign. She stressed that public awareness is key, as parents are more likely to vaccinate their children when they understand how safe and important the vaccines are.

The state immunisation officer, Dr. Tsamo Yaro explained that children under five will receive the polio vaccine, while children aged 0–23 months will benefit from other routine immunisation services. He advised parents to inform the vaccination team of any health conditions their children may have, noting that those with certain medical challenges may not be vaccinated for safety reasons.

The Public Relations Officer of the Agency, Victoria Danbaba, warned that myths and misinformation continue to discourage some families from allowing their children to be vaccinated. She noted that although polio vaccines have been used safely around the world for decades, a few communities still hold doubts, making sensitisation more important than ever.

Recall that Nigeria was confirmed free of the original wild polio virus in August 2020, but some states are still seeing cases of another form of polio that appears when children are not properly vaccinated. This happens mainly because routine immunisation levels are too low.
Health authorities warn that the only way to prevent the re-emergence of polio is to keep vaccination levels high.

The Agency urged all parents and caregivers to take the campaign seriously and ensure their children are vaccinated during the four-day exercise. Officials stressed that immunisation is free, safe and remains one of the simplest and most effective ways to protect children from polio and other deadly but preventable diseases.

11/12/2025

Women Group urges Takum LGA Chair, to address
killings in Chanchanji communities

From Daniel Mtintiga

Taraba women group under the umbrella of Mzough U Kasev Tiv Taraba', have paid a solemn visit on the Executive Chairman of Takum Local Government Area Hon. Benjamin Bako.
Speaking during the visit, the President of the Group Hon. Lucy Iyo Temaji who was accompanied by the Vice President Celestina Terfa, Secretary Mrs Fidelia Yaji, the Woman Leader of Tiv Cultural and Social Association Takum Branch and other Tiv Women Leaders from various LGAs of Taraba State said, the purpose of their visit was to plead with the Chairman to urgently intensify efforts to address the killing of innocent Tiv people of Takum LGA and Chanchanji in particular by armed Fulani militias.
She noted that, they are aware of the Chairman's efforts but there was need to do more giving the fact that the situation is unabated.
"As concern mothers and wives, we feel that the mass killing of our husbands, children and relations is so unbearable hence, our cry and plea for a more aggressive intervention.
“We are aware of your efforts towards ending the crisis and the zero tolerance to crisis policy of Governor Agbu Kefas administration. But since the killings continue to linger, we are pleading with you to intensify efforts. As we talk to you there is a dire humanitarian situation in the communities that constitute Chanchanji Ward. Women and Children are sleeping in open places, while source of food supply is cut off, since people cannot go to farm to bring food for their families.
In Takum, you are a father figure to all of us. Moreso that you are the Chief Security Officer of the Local Government Area. Therefore, we come to you with eyes heavy with tears, looking up to you for help. We are confident that you will do the needful to return normalcy in our area”
Hon. Lucy Iyo Temaji, Leader of the group stated.

In his response, Chairman of Takum Local Government Council in his response, appreciated the peaceful approach of the women, even as the assured the women of his relentless efforts to address the situation. He added that since assumption of office, he has remained committed to seeing that normalcy and peace return in Takum LGA. He reiterated his commitment to a crisis free environment, which he said is in line with Government policy direction.
“Just like our Governor, our elder statesman General Theophilus Danjuma (RTD) does not want crises in Takum anymore. That is why he is developing the place. As part of efforts to address this sad situation, I have constituted a Task Force Committee to monitor and arrest criminals looting Tiv people's property including farm produce.” He stated.
Hon. Bako called on people fermenting crisis in the area, many of whom he described are foreigners, to desist from such acts and embrace the atmosphere of peaceful co-existence which Governor Kefas has established in the state.
He also appealed to victims of the crisis not to take laws into their hands as the Government is working round the clock with the security agencies to safeguard like and property of people.

11/12/2025

STATEHOUSE PRESS RELEASE

PRESIDENT TINUBU: NO GOING BACK ON THE DIRECTIVE TO WITHDRAW POLICE OFFICERS FROM VIPs

President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday in Abuja said the directive to redeploy police officers working with VIPs, VVIPs and ministers was not negotiable, admonishing all ministers to ensure immediate compliance.

Speaking at the opening of the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting in the State House Council Chamber, the President warned against non-compliance.

"If you have any problem because of the nature of your assignments, please contact the IGP and get my clearance,'' he said.

President Tinubu directed the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, Minister of Police Affairs, Sen Ibrahim Gaidam, and the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egebtokun, to follow up on the implementation of the order.

The President noted that police officers were trained to protect the lives and property of citizens, particularly the most vulnerable in society, and the protection of a select group of VIPs and VVIPs was not their responsibility.

President Tinubu said the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, will make arrangements for the replacement of police officers by the Civil Defence Corps.

"The National Security and Civil Defence Corps are trained for VIP protection, and they are armed too,'' he added.

The President noted that the police would be mobilised appropriately to tackle the country's security challenges.

He said the entire structure will be reviewed to better address vulnerable citizens and communities.

"We face challenges here and there of Kidnapping, banditry and terrorism. We need all forces utilised. I know some people are exposed; we will make the exceptions. The Civil Defence is very much around,'' the President stated.

President Tinubu said ministers should meet the Inspector General of Police and get his clearance for special assignments that require police protection.

"NSA take this very seriously,'' he added.

The President also urged the Vice President Kashim Shettima, who is the Chairman of the National Economic Council (NEC), to further sensitise governors and other stakeholders on the implementation of the reforms on ranching.

President Tinubu directed the Minister, Idi Muktar Maiha, to commence the mobilisation process, with particular emphasis on areas facing conflict.

"The Minister of Livestock, see which village or grazing area can be rehabilitated for ranching. We must eliminate this area of conflict and make the livestock reform economically viable.

"The opportunity is there, let's utilise it. You should emphasise the constitutional requirement that the land belongs to the state,'' he added.

The President said villages and communities facing conflicts must be salvaged.

The President noted that implementing ranching will reduce conflicts between herders and farmers and attacks on the most vulnerable members of society.

Bayo Onanuga
Special Adviser to the President
(Information & Strategy)
December 10, 2025

10/12/2025

TY DANJUMA AT 88: UNITY INITIATIVES GROUP CELEBRATES ICON OF NATIONAL UNITY

Mohammed Tikka

A large crowd of friends, leaders, traditional rulers, and admirers gathered in Jalingo to celebrate the 88th birthday of retired General Theophilus Yakubu Danjuma, one of Nigeria’s most respected elder statesmen. The event was organised by the Unity Initiatives Group to honour the General’s long years of service, generosity, and his role in keeping the country united.

Former Taraba State governor Rev. Jolly Nyame, who chaired the celebration, spoke warmly about Danjuma’s life and legacy. He said the retired General has played a major part in shaping Nigeria into what it is today, especially through his support for peace, unity, and development.

Nyame described Danjuma as “a great nationalist” who always works for the good of the country, and “a great philanthropist” whose kindness is felt everywhere. He recalled a moment when Danjuma stepped in to protect some traditional rulers who were about to be killed “With his intervention, they were all saved that day,” he said.

Nyame added that there is hardly any part of Nigeria that has not benefited from Danjuma’s charitable works, saying, “General TY Danjuma means a lot to me and to everyone in this state. He deserves to be celebrated across the whole country, not just in Taraba.”

Traditional rulers also shared their admiration. The Kuru Kona, His Royal Highness Augustine Venkani, thanked Danjuma for being “a father to all” and urged him to give even more support to Taraba State so the people can feel more of his impact. The Galadima of Muri, His Royal Highness Alhaji Tukur Abba Tukur, encouraged citizens to keep praying for Danjuma, wishing him long life and good health.

The celebration brought together people from different tribes and religions, reflecting Danjuma’s wide influence and the respect he commands. The programme featured cultural performances from Tiv group in Taraba and Bachama dancers from Adamawa State, as well as state artists from Jalingo, entertained the guests with music and dance. There were also presentations on Danjuma’s life, achievements, and contributions to Nigeria.

The event ended with a strong message: that General TY Danjuma’s life of service, leadership, and generosity should inspire younger generations to work for unity, peace, and the development of their communities.

09/12/2025

🔥PRESS STATEMENT 🔥

**SHUT DOWN MANSUR CATTLE MARKET NOW —

IT IS A BANDITS’ REPUBLIC, A SLAUGHTERHOUSE FOR TARABA PEOPLE!**

We are raising this alarm with anger, grief, and absolute moral outrage.
The MANSUR cattle market in Alkaleri LGA, Bauchi State, is no longer a market — it is a criminal empire, a fully operational Bandits’ Safe Haven, protected by silence, corruption, and deadly complicity.

For years, our people in Taraba, Gombe, Plateau, and Bauchi have been terrorised, butchered, kidnapped, impoverished, and displaced — while the MANSUR market operates in broad daylight as the central headquarters of cattle rustling and blood-soaked transactions.

We will not keep quiet.
We will not bury any more people in silence.
We demand action NOW.

1. MANSUR IS NOT A MARKET — IT IS A BANDIT CAPITAL

Let the truth be said without fear:

Over 80% of the people trading in MANSUR are bandits and their armed collaborators.
This is not speculation. This is not rumour.
This is evidence from the ground, from the victims, and from the communities under siege.

A so-called “peace accord” was signed — and it only succeeded in giving the bandits government-backed cover to run their operations openly.

2. RUSTLED CATTLE FROM TARABA ARE SOLD THERE IN THE PRESENCE OF SECURITY AGENTS

Every cow stolen from:

Muri’C (Andamin) Ward

Ligiri

Kommodoro

Jeb-Jeb

Garau

Mashayan Biri

Telejugu

Labbare

…and other communities in Taraba ends up in MANSUR market.

Victims identify their cows — and still cannot reclaim them.

Why?
Because at MANSUR, survival is a privilege. If you insist on ownership, you risk being killed on the spot.

This is a market where:

Stolen cows are sold like tomatoes

Bandits negotiate openly

Security agents look away

And the proceeds are SHARED between the bandit leaders and corrupt officers

What greater insult can be inflicted on an already wounded people?

3. 82 TARABANS ARE STILL IN CAPTIVITY — AND COUNTING

At least 82 of our people remain in the dungeon-like camps of these criminals.
Women, men, farmers — snatched from their farms, tortured, starved, and abandoned by a system that should protect them.

Some have spent over two months in captivity.
Their children wait.
Their families cry.
Their communities bleed.

And yet… the market that sustains their captors remains open for business.

4. COMMUNITIES ARE FALLING — ONE BY ONE

After a 22-hour tour across the worst-hit communities — Ligiri, Garau, Kommodoro, Mashayan Biri, Jeb-Jeb, Telejugu, and Labbare — the situation is beyond tragic.

We saw:

Entire villages swallowed by fear

Kommodoro completely taken over by bandits

People sleeping with one eye open

Women widowed every week

Families scattered and displaced

Children growing up in trauma

A population living on the edge of extinction

Our people have been pushed to the brink.

5. OUR DEMANDS — NOT REQUESTS

We are not appealing.
We are not begging.
We are demanding, in the name of every victim:

1️⃣ IMMEDIATE SHUTDOWN of MANSUR CATTLE MARKET

Not tomorrow.
Not next week.
NOW.

2️⃣ Deploy Local Hunters Who the Bandits Fear

Hunters know the terrain. They know the routes.
They are the only force that consistently scares the bandits.

3️⃣ Massive Military Reinforcement

Deploy additional troops to:

Andamin

Jeb-Jeb

Garau

Kommodoro

4️⃣ Establish a Forward Operating Base (FOB)

Start with Garau
Move to Kommodoro as soon as possible.

5️⃣ Joint, Cross-State Clearance Operations

Taraba, Bauchi, Gombe, Plateau — with military and hunter integration — must work as one.

Failure to act is state-endorsed genocide by negligence.

6. THIS IS A CRY OF PAIN — AND WE WILL NOT BE SILENT

We are carrying the voices of the widows, the displaced, the orphans, the kidnapped, the tortured, and the forgotten.

We are carrying the pain of communities pushed out of existence.

We demand justice.
We demand accountability.
We demand courage from our leaders.

And we will continue to speak, shout, and mobilise until MANSUR cattle market is SHUT DOWN and the killers of our people are neutralised.

**Enough blood.

Enough pain.
Enough silence.**

Share our pain. Amplify our voice. The world must hear us.

Amb Rikwense Muri
STYCOP Peace Project
9th December 2025

08/12/2025

Taraba Deserves Fairness in Nigeria’s VAT Sharing Formula

By Rikwense Muri

Every month, states gather around the federal revenue table in the hope that Nigeria’s fiscal system will treat them with fairness, dignity, and respect. But the October 2025 VAT distribution tells a different story for Taraba State—one that many Tarabans have long suspected: our contributions to the national purse are not being matched with equitable returns.

Taraba contributed a remarkable ₦7.85 billion to the national VAT pool in October—one of the highest in the North-East and far above Bauchi, Yobe, Gombe, and even Borno. Yet, Taraba received only ₦7.36 billion, representing 93.76% of what it contributed. This makes Taraba the only state in the entire North-East—and one of the very few in Nigeria—to receive less than it put into the federation account.

Meanwhile, our neighbors in the region are receiving massive multiples of their contributions:

Bauchi: 563%

Yobe: 444%

Borno: 392%

Gombe: 280%

Adamawa: 198%

Taraba is not against supporting other states. Our people are known for their generosity, hospitality, and deep commitment to national unity. But fairness is the foundation of any federation. A system where one state consistently subsidizes others, while not even receiving its own contribution back, is not equitable—it is unsustainable.

Taraba’s economy has grown significantly in recent years: agriculture, mining, tourism, and commerce are expanding. Our state is becoming a VAT powerhouse, yet the federal system appears blind to this rising potential. Allocations that fail to acknowledge Taraba’s contributions not only stifle development but also weaken public confidence in national fiscal institutions.

Tarabans deserve a VAT formula that respects effort, rewards productivity, and supports the state’s growing role in Nigeria’s economy. We are not asking for special treatment—we are simply asking for justice. A federation thrives when every part of it feels heard, valued, and treated fairly. Taraba has done its part. It is time for Nigeria to do the same.

It is time for Tarabans—and every justice-loving Nigerian—to call this what it is: an inequitable federation that rewards consumption and punishes productivity.

Taraba has agriculture that feeds millions.
Taraba has mineral deposits that power industries.
Taraba has tourism potential that rivals global destinations.
Taraba has tax-paying citizens, businesses, traders, and producers who contribute honestly to the national VAT pool.

Yet Taraba is told, month after month, to accept less than it puts in.
Why?
Because the system assumes we won’t question it.
Because the system counts on Taraba’s quietness.
Because the system believes Taraba has no voice loud enough to challenge the imbalance.

This is about justice, equity, and respect for Taraba’s contribution to Nigeria’s future.

We cannot build peace on economic injustice.
We cannot preach unity while practicing imbalance.
We cannot speak of national development while starving productive states of the resources they earned.

Nigeria must reform its VAT allocation formula—urgently and transparently.
Redistribution is necessary, yes—but not at the cost of exploitation.
Support for poorer states is essential, yes—but not by punishing rising states.
A federation cannot survive when one part is forced to carry the burden while others reap the benefits without accountability.

Taraba is rising.
Taraba is contributing.
Taraba is building.
Taraba demands fairness.

And advocacy groups must amplify this demand until Abuja listens.

Because justice is not given—
it is demanded.
And the time to demand it is now.

Amb Rikwense Muri, mspsp, mnipr
STYCOP Peace Project
8th December 2025

08/12/2025

🚨 BOMBSHELL: Former Army Chief Faruk Yahaya Threatens Lawsuit Over “Terrorism Financing” Smear – You Won’t Believe What He Just Said!
Nigeria woke up to a five-alarm fire in the military circle yesterday, and the internet is still burning!
Lt. Gen. Faruk Yahaya (rtd), the immediate past Chief of Army Staff, has come out swinging with a nuclear-level denial after Sahara Reporters dropped a story claiming a retired Major General linked him (and other top brass) to individuals allegedly involved in terrorism financing.
His response? Pure fire.
In a statement signed by Brig-Gen Sani Usman (rtd), Yahaya didn’t just deny the allegations; he obliterated them:
“These claims are FALSE, MALICIOUS, and BASELESS.
I have NEVER – during or after my service – associated with anyone involved in terrorism or any act that threatens Nigeria’s security.”
He went further:
“This is nothing but a PERSONAL VENDETTA from Maj. Gen. Danjuma Ali-Keffi, an officer I disciplined while in service. Some people never forget.”
Then he turned to the media and dropped the mic:
“Publishing unverified allegations without fact-checking is reckless and dangerous. We demand IMMEDIATE RETRACTION from all platforms involved. Failure to comply will attract legal action.”
The Internet Is Losing Its Mind Right Now
is trending No. 1 in Nigeria
is climbing fast
“Personal vendetta” has been used in over 87,000 tweets in the last 12 hours
Memes of “I disciplined him in 2022, now he’s disciplining me in 2025” are everywhere 😂
The Bigger Picture Nobody Is Talking About
This isn’t just about one general. The same story dragged in:
Former COAS Tukur Buratai
Former AGF Abubakar Malami
Serving and retired top officers
Whether true or not as there is no smoke without Fire
All of them have released similar fiery denials. Something smells like a coordinated character assassination, and Nigerians are asking the real questions:
Who is sponsoring these retired generals to throw bombs?
Is this political? 2027 loading?

08/12/2025

JUST IN: INEC rejêcted Wike Faction letter, Accepted Damagun's _ Fani explains why

Dec 6 2025

According to our report, chieftain Umar Sani has revealed why INEC rejected a letter from the Wike faction’s national secretary, Ayanugu, while accepting correspondence from the Damagum faction. Speaking on Arise News, Sani explained that Ayanugu’s letter lacked signatures from both the national chairman and national secretary, a requirement for validation.

In contrast, Damagum’s faction followed due process in suspending officials and appointing acting replacements before the party convention.

INEC recognized that four NWC members had been legitimately suspended by 15 colleagues, making any competing claims to leadership invalid.

Our sources confirm that this selective acceptance underscores the commission’s understanding of proper procedural compliance. Sani emphasized that the Damagum faction’s actions were legal, transparent, and aligned with party rules, while the Wike faction’s oversight rendered their submission unacceptable.

07/12/2025

Exclusive: ₦16.5bn Taraba Bridge Funds Allegedly Diverted to Access Road; Minister Faces Questions

A controversy has emerged over the ₦16.5 billion approved by the Federal Executive Council (FEC) for the emergency reconstruction of the collapsed Namnai Bridge in Taraba State.

Documents show that although FEC approved the funds specifically for the bridge, a second award letter was later issued on October 28, 2025, redirecting the same ₦16.5 billion to a 43.5 km access road along the Jalingo–Wukari axis. Sources say this diversion did not receive fresh FEC approval.

The initial bridge contract, awarded on September 10, 2025, had received a Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP) no-objection, but work never commenced. Heavy machinery earlier mobilized to the site has since been withdrawn.

Sources allege that the Minister of State for Regional Development, Uba Maigari Ahmadu, influenced the shift, a claim his media aide denies. The Minister insists the allegations are fabricated and has taken legal action against a critic, Abdulmumin Imam, who accused him of diverting the funds. Court documents reportedly show an arrest warrant was obtained despite earlier public denials.

The matter continues to raise questions about procurement transparency and the legality of altering an FEC-approved project without due process.

©️Source Sahara Reporter

07/12/2025

Ndume asks Tinubu to withdraw Ambassadorial list, cites breach of Federal Character

Dailytrust
E-Paper

Former Senate Leader, Ali Ndume, has urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to withdraw the ambassadorial nomination list currently before the Senate, alleging that its composition violates the Federal Character principle prescribed by the 1999 Constitution.
The Senate had on Thursday received the lists of career and non-career ambassadorial nominees from President Tinubu, which was referred to the Senate Committee on Foreign Affairs for screening.
However, Ndume, who represents Borno South, said in a statement on Saturday that the distribution of nominees was “lopsided” and failed to reflect Nigeria’s diversity as required under Section 14(3) of the Constitution.
He said while some states have as many as three or four nominees, others have none, including Gombe State.
Ndume said while Yobe’s only nominee, Senator Adamu Garba Talba, passed away in July, the entire North East secured only seven slots.
He also said a breakdown of the nominees by geo-political zones shows that some zones have been marginalised including the North East.
According to the former senate leader the imbalance contravenes the Constitution, which mandates that appointments into federal institutions must reflect Nigeria’s federal character in order to promote national unity and prevent dominance by a few states or ethnic groups.
“At this critical time in the life of his administration, President Tinubu must avoid decisions that could fuel ethnic tension or breed distrust.
“I appeal to him to withdraw the list and present a fresh set of nominees that align with the spirit of the Constitution,” he said
He added that the President, whom he described as a “cosmopolitan leader,” should ensure that all states and geopolitical zones are fairly represented to strengthen national cohesion and public confidence in his administration’s commitment to inclusiveness.

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