Taraba Journalist's Trial Set for July 2026 After Detention

Mr. Gabriel Olayinka, a journalist based in Taraba, is facing trial for alleged criminal breach of trust involving Mr.

Isa Jubri. The Upper Area Court 11 in Jalingo has scheduled the trial for July 2, 2026, after Olayinka has spent six months in detention.

During the proceedings, prosecuting counsel Barr. D.G.

Tukura requested the court to admit certain bank documents and statements from three different banks as evidence. However, defense counsel Barr.

Long Lugnan argued that the prosecution failed to present substantial witnesses to support their claims against Olayinka, who remains in detention. The presiding judge, Hon.

Lawan Jika, agreed to the defense's request for an accelerated hearing. Additionally, a separate application to review Olayinka's bail conditions will be mentioned on July 6, 2026, but the prosecution requested more time to respond due to technical challenges.