Taraba governor completes APC registration, awaits formal defection event
Taraba State Governor, Dr Agbu Kefas, officially joined the All Progressives Congress on June 9, 2024, marking a significant political shift in the state. His registration took place at the Government House in Jalingo, following an earlier postponement of his public defection. The governor emphasized that this step was necessary to fully participate in party activities and strengthen the APC in Taraba. He also mentioned that a new date for the formal defection ceremony will be announced later.
Key takeaways
- Dr Agbu Kefas was registered as an APC member by ward executives at the Government House on June 9, 2024.
- The official defection ceremony, initially set for November 19, was postponed due to the abduction of schoolgirls in Kebbi State.
- The governor said his move aims to consolidate party unity and enhance governance in Taraba.
- Several top state officials, including the Speaker and 14 House of Assembly members, recently defected to the APC.
- A new date for the governor’s formal defection event will be communicated in due course.
