APC Chieftain commends Gov Kefas Peace moves in Southern Taraba
APC Chieftain commends Gov Kefas Peace moves in Southern Taraba
By Sylvanus Viashima, Jalingo
A Chieftain of the All Progressives Congress and Special Adviser to the Governor on Digital Economy Hon. Justin Tyopuusu has commended Taraba State Governor Agbu Kefas over his landmark visit to Chanchanji in Takum Local Government Area of the State along side his Venue State counterpart Governor Hyacinth Alia, as part of efforts to restore lasting peace in the area.
The Southern Taraba has become a theatre of absurdity with Chanchanji in Takum, parts of Donga and Ussa Local Government Areas serving as the epicentres where killer herdsmen have killed hundreds, destroyed whole villages, injured several persons and displaced thousands of families.
I’m a statement issued in Jalingo on Thursday, Tyopuusu, who doubles as State Coordinator, Made in Nigeria Special Project Office, Taraba State, said that the historic visit has not only rekindled hope, but has also paved a path for lasting peace.
“I wish to personally commend His Excellency, the Governor of Taraba State, Agbu Kefas, for his courageous and compassionate visit to Chanchanji Ward in Takum Local Government Area following four months of painful security challenges that have displaced families and strained livelihoods.
“The Governor’s visit, alongside his Benue State counterpart, Hyacinth Alia, was not merely symbolic; it was a strong demonstration of leadership, solidarity, and inter-state cooperation. Their joint commitment to strengthening security along the borders of Taraba and Benue States is both timely and strategic in addressing the root causes of recurring tensions in the area.
“Let me particularly commend the two Governors for agreeing to set up a joint peace committee comprising representatives from both states to work towards lasting security solutions. This collaborative approach reflects maturity in leadership and a clear understanding that sustainable peace requires dialogue, coordination, and shared responsibility.
“Governor Kefas’ pledge to deploy security personnel to enable farmers return safely to their homes and farmlands, as well as provide relief materials to displaced persons, has restored confidence among our people and sent a reassuring message that government stands firmly with them.
“In moments of crisis, leadership must be visible and decisive. Governor Kefas has once again shown that the safety and welfare of citizens remain his top priority. The renewed security assurances, cross-border cooperation, and humanitarian commitments mark a critical step toward stabilising affected communities and rebuilding trust.
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“I also heartily congratulate His Excellency on the successful conduct of the party’s ward, local government, and state congresses across Taraba State. The orderly and peaceful exercise reflects organisational maturity and grassroots strength.
“Special congratulations to the newly elected State Chairman, Abubakar Bawa, and the State Women Leader, Margaret Mchivga, who hails from our ward, Chanchanji. Their emergence signals renewed direction and strengthened mobilisation capacity for the party. I am confident that under their leadership, unity and inclusive participation will be further consolidated.
“This is a defining period for our state and the region. Peace, development, and political stability must remain our shared priorities. I urge all stakeholders to support the Governors’ peace-building efforts and work collectively toward sustainable security and progress in Taraba and Benue States” the statement reads in parts.
