Taraba State Strategic Comms

GOVERNOR AGBU KEFAS ATTENDS TY DANJUMA STAFF GET-TOGETHER IN TAKUM

Taraba State Governor, His Excellency Dr. Agbu Kefas, on Friday, April 3, 2026, attended a staff get-together programme organized by elder statesman and retired General, Theophilus Yakubu Danjuma, for staff working across his various establishments in Taraba State.

The event, held in Takum Local Government Area, attracted dignitaries from within and outside the state.

Governor Kefas, upon arrival at the venue, exchanged pleasantries with prominent personalities and staff members, in a show of unity and support.

In his remarks, the Governor expressed delight over the prevailing peace in Takum, noting that life and love have returned to the area.

He assured residents that his administration is working closely with neighbouring states to strengthen border security and ensure the safety of lives and property across the region.

Governor Kefas also paid glowing tribute to General TY Danjuma, commending his remarkable contributions to Taraba State and the nation at large, describing him as a patriotic leader whose impact continues to inspire development and progress.

The Governor further appreciated the continued commitment of staff across General Danjuma’s various establishments, encouraging them to remain dedicated to service and excellence.

Nelson C. Dimas
Special Adviser on Policy and Strategic Communications

Gov Agbu Kefas Reaffirms Commitment to Youth Empowerment, Flags Off Statewide Database Profiling Initiative

The Governor of Taraba State, Dr Agbu Kefas, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to empowering young people, declaring that his government is focused on repositioning the youth for greater roles in leadership and development.

Governor Agbu Kefas made this known while flagging off a statewide youth database and profiling system initiated by the Taraba State Youth Development Agency.

He emphasized that young people remain central to the progress of the state, noting that from the inception of his administration, it has been clear that meaningful development cannot be achieved without their active participation.

According to the governor, deliberate steps are being taken to prepare youths for future leadership responsibilities.

He revealed that a significant number of young people have already been integrated into the state cabinet, alongside the establishment of the Youth Development Agency to further institutionalize youth focused policies.

Governor Agbu Kefas also disclosed plans to expand vocational training opportunities, stating that youths interested in trades such as carpentry, welding, and entrepreneurship will receive government support to become self reliant.

He added that productive engagement of young people would play a key role in reducing crime rates across the state.

Earlier in his remarks, the Chairman of the Youth Development Agency, Nongha Gara, said the initiative is designed to create a functional and reliable database to address unemployment and enhance youth engagement.

He noted that accurate data remains critical for attracting support from international donors, describing it as a valuable asset for planning and sustainable development.

Gara also commended the governor for providing the necessary platform and support for the successful rollout of the initiative.

The event featured a technical presentation on the operation of the data processing system by Maria Pantuvo, outlining how the platform will support efficient data collection and utilization across the state.

PRESS RELEASE

Taraba State Government Condemns Incendiary Utterances, Clarifies Arrest of Rev. Bazel Yoila

The Taraba State Government has noted with concern a publication circulating on news papers and social media with related commentaries alleging impropriety in the arrest of Rev. Bazel Yoila by the Department of State Services (DSS). The security agencies proactively acted and in the interest of public enlightenment, peace, and responsible civic engagement, the state government considers it imperative to clarify the facts surrounding the incident and to correct misleading impressions conveyed by the said publication.

The Taraba State Government states unequivocally that it is appalled by the public attack launched by John Wesley, Bishop Emeritus, against the Taraba State DSS Command. The government finds it deeply troubling that while condemning the actions of security agencies, the Bishop fell short of holding his pastor accountable for the highly inflammatory and reckless outburst captured in a video clip that has since gone viral on social media.

In the said video, Rev. Bazel Yoila was clearly heard issuing statements capable of inciting violence and threatening a breakdown of law and order, including a direct assertion that “…the state will be on fire” should the government continue with the reconciliation process within the United Methodist Church in Nigeria (UMCN). Such utterances, regardless of the platform or intent claimed, constitute a serious threat to public peace and cannot be trivialized or ignored by any responsible government especially one that prioritizes Security.

The Taraba State Government wishes to reiterate that the ongoing reconciliation process within the UMCN was initiated in good faith, purely as a peace building effort, and without prejudice to any party. The government’s involvement has at all times been guided by neutrality, inclusiveness, and the singular objective of preventing the spillover of internal disputes into wider communal unrest. Any attempt to derail this process through threats or inflammatory rhetoric is unacceptable and will be met with the full weight of the law.

Furthermore, the government notes that the matter is currently before a court of competent jurisdiction. As such, all parties are urged to allow the judicial process to run its full course without undue interference, or inflammatory commentary. The Taraba State Government will continue to respect the rule of law and the independence of the judiciary and will not engage in commentary that may prejudice ongoing legal proceedings.

The state government also calls on media organizations and social commentators to adhere strictly to the ethics of journalism by verifying information from credible and official sources before publication. Sensational, one-sided, or inaccurate reporting has the potential to mislead the public and undermine the collective efforts to sustain peace in the state.

Barr. Zainab Usman Jalingo
Commissioner for Information and Re-Orientation, Taraba State.