Taraba state news 2day

Here are some recent news updates from Taraba State, Nigeria:

Breaking News

• Bandits Attack Taraba Community, Kill 5: Bandits have attacked a community in Taraba State, killing 5 people and injuring several others. The attack occurred in the early hours of yesterday morning in the community of Kpanti, in the Gassol Local Government Area of the state. (Source: Daily Trust)
• Taraba Govt. Commences Construction of 10,000-Bed Capacity Hospital: The Taraba State Government has commenced the construction of a 10,000-bed capacity hospital in Jalingo, the state capital. The hospital, which is expected to be completed in 24 months, will provide quality healthcare services to the people of the state. (Source: Leadership Newspaper)

Politics

• Taraba APC Chairman Resigns: The Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Taraba State, Alhaji Tukur Shani, has resigned from his position. Shani, who was appointed chairman of the party in 2019, cited personal reasons for his resignation. (Source: The Nation)
• Taraba PDP Chieftain Defects to APC: A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Taraba State, Alhaji Sani Danladi, has defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Danladi, who was a former member of the Taraba State House of Assembly, said he defected to the APC due to the party's commitment to the development of the state. (Source: Vanguard)

Economy

• Taraba Govt. to Establish 10,000-Hectare Rice Farm: The Taraba State Government has announced plans to establish a 10,000-hectare rice farm in the state. The farm, which is expected to create jobs and boost the state's economy, will be located in the Bali Local Government Area of the state. (Source: Daily Post)
• Taraba Farmers Cry Out Over Insecurity: Farmers in Taraba State have cried out over the insecurity in the state, which they say is affecting their farming activities. The farmers, who are mainly engaged in rice and maize farming, said they are no longer able to farm due to the frequent attacks by bandits and kidnappers. (Source: The Punch)

Sports

• Taraba United FC Wins NNL Championship: Taraba United FC has won the Nigeria National League (NNL) championship, defeating Shooting Stars FC 2-1 in the final match. The team will now compete in the Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL) next season. (Source: Goal.com)
• Taraba State Government to Support Local Football Teams: The Taraba State Government has announced plans to support local football teams in the state. The government said it will provide financial support and other forms of assistance to the teams to enable them to compete effectively in national and international competitions. (Source: The Guardian)