Taraba State Speaks More Languages Than Over 30 African Countries Put Together
Nigeria is a multi-ethnic country with about 200 languages. The three largest ethnic groups in Nigeria in terms of population are the Hausa, Yoruba and Igbo. However, there are several other groups and languages in the country that are worth studying. One of the striking facts about the diverse nature of Nigeria is that of […]
Social Media Video Of The Week: Inside Gembu, Taraba State, Nigeria’s Mountainous Wonder
Recently, Twitter came alive with pictures and videos of Gembu, Taraba State. The images and videos captured sites from this region—its lush green mountains with tops shrouded in mist; tea plantations stretching over thousands of hectares; verdant hillsides; and streams carving paths through the landscape. Read more about Video of the week In a […]
Nigerians in History: Danbaba Suntai
Danbaba Danfulani Suntai was born on the 30th of June 1961. He was a Nigerian pharmacist and politician. He was elected as Executive Governor of Taraba State, Nigeria running for the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in April 2007, and was sworn in on 29 May 2007. He ran successfully for reelection on 26 April 2011. […]
Did You Know? Nigeria’s Notable Mountains
According to Merriam-Webster Dictionary, a mountain is a landmass that projects conspicuously above its surroundings and is higher than a hill. It is also a large landform that rises above surrounding land in a limited area usually in form of a peak. Of all the places in Nigeria, Nigeria’s northeast region is replete with notable […]
Ethnic Groups In Nigeria: Yandang People
Introduction and Background They Yandang people dwell in Gorobi; a beautiful scenic terrain that is surrounded by rock formations, undulating hills and tabletop mountains. The clans settled around the “Gorobi” mountain range, building their houses in the valleys and on the plateaus of the mountains which provide natural fortification against slave raiders and invaders. Read […]
Ethnic Groups In Nigeria- The Kuteb People
The Kuteb (or Kutep) people are an ethnolinguistic group in West Africa, who speak the Kuteb language. The Kuteb Language is influenced by the Hausa language. Most of the Kuteb live in Taraba State, Nigeria. Background According to tradition, the Kuteb migrated from Egypt about 1000 AD, eventually reaching their present location around 1510. The […]
Ethnic Groups In Nigeria- The Ndola People
The Ndola People are found in Taraba State, Nigeria and located in Kurmi and Ngada, with a handful of them also found in Cameroon. Brief Introduction of the Ndola People Ndola is an ethnic group found in Nigeria, with few living in Cameroon. The Ndola people have existed in what is now called Kurmi and […]
Ethnic Groups In Nigeria – The Mumuye People
Introduction/History The Mumuye are an ethnic group living in Nigeria and Cameroon. They speak the Mumuye language. According to records, they constitute the largest ethnic group in Taraba State of Nigeria and form the predominant group found in Zing, Yorro, Jalingo, Ardo-Kola, Lau, Gassol, Bali and Gashaka, all of which are local government areas of […]
The Structural Rot in Governance as Army Murders Policemen in Taraba
The Nigerian Police on Wednesday revealed that 3 of their men and one civilian had been shot dead by soldiers believed to be attached to the 93 Battalion in Bakun, Taraba State. They also alleged that the policemen who were killed were holding a kidnap kingpin who recently has been suspected to run a string […]
DO you Know- The Highest Point in the Nigerian Landscape?
The highest point in the entire landscape of Nigeria is the Chappal Waddi Hill. Towering at 2,419 meters, it stands above the peak and the zenith of any landmass in Nigeria. The Chappal Waddi is located in Taraba State, near the border with Cameroon, in the Gashaka Gumti Forest Reserve and (Gashaka-Gumpti National Park) on the Mambilla Plateau. The Chappal […]
Tribes in Nigeria: The Jenjo Tribe
In the far North Eastern Region of Nigeria, lies the Jenjo people (also spelt as Janjo). The Jenjo tribe is also known and referred to as the Dza people, or alternatively called Jen. They are predominantly found in Taraba state of Nigeria. Because Taraba state is referred to as ‘Nature’s gift to the nation’,[1] it […]
Top 12 Destinations In North Eastern Nigeria
But not all parts of the North-East are a no-go zone for tourists. Just make sure you get the green light on when it is safe to go up North by the Nigerian Security Agency. This region comprising Adamawa, Bauchi, Borno, Gombe, Taraba and Yobe is great for a Sahel-Savannah safari. There are lots of amazing sights to see in this part […]
Gembu, Sweet Adventure for the Fearless
Surrounded by high mountains, Gembu is a quiet and ancient town domiciled in Sardauna Local Government Area in Taraba State. It is noteworthy to say that Gembu is not a place to visit for the timid, especially if one cannot stomach the climb of the mountains as well as the heart-thumping drive along the road […]
Odyssey to Nature’s Gift to the Nation, Taraba
Embellished by elevated landforms (plateaus, hills and mountains), flawless aerial view and an accommodating people, Taraba State is one state in Nigeria that is yet to be fully celebrated or recognized for her terrific tourism potentials. Visiting Taraba is an adventure of a lifetime. It leaves tourists with an impression that compels them to visit […]