Jalingo is the capital city of Taraba State located in north-eastern Nigeria. The city derives its name from Fulfude and serves as a primary administrative center for the region.
The population of Jalingo has seen significant growth, with estimates rising from 418,000 in 2018 to approximately 581,000 by November 2022. The city is characterized by a diverse demographic, having received a high number of immigrants primarily from Kano, Borno, Gombe, and neighboring Cameroon.
The Jalingo local government area is organized into 10 distinct wards: Abbare Yelwa, Barade, Kachalla Sembe, Kona, Majidadi, Mayo Goi, Sarkin Dawaki, Sintali, Turaki ‘A’, and Turaki ‘B’.