The normally serene capital of Taraba State, Jalingo, has started to pulse with remarkable political intensity as convoys of black SUVs and airplanes make their way through the city’s main thoroughfares, signaling the arrival of some of the most powerful political figures in the state.
Their goal is to prepare for Governor Dr. Agbu Kefas’s expected defection from the Peoples Democratic Party ( PDO) to the All Progressives Congress (APC), which many already consider to be the most significant political realignment in Taraba’s recent history.
Excitement permeates the air surrounding the state capital. In quiet groups gathering in hotels, party offices, and private homes, strategists, supporters, and observers analyze the potential implications of Kefas’ action for Taraba’s political future.
State APC Chairman Tukur Ibrahim El-Sudi, as well as influential lawmakers and seasoned political players like Senator Haruna Manu and Senator Shaibu Lau, former House of Representatives member Danladi Baido, and current House members Zaku Alhassan and Mark Bako Useni, were among the political figures who landed in Jalingo.
The state is home to prominent community leaders including Ali Sani Kona, Alhaji Abubakar Joda, and Musa Muwalid, as well as labor leader Bala Bobboi Kaigama, who joined the expanding roster of political forces.
Their presence highlights how serious the situation is. For many, Governor Kefas’ anticipated acceptance into the APC goes beyond a simple party switch. It portends a tectonic change that might alter Taraba’s political structure.
Stakeholders discussed a “new dawn,” alignment, and a changing political identity for the state in isolated conversations throughout Jalingo.
The story that is starting to emerge is one of change, and they claim that Taraba has a chance to solidify its progress under a larger political alliance.
One senior strategist said off-the-record, “This is not just about one man joining a new party.” “It is about Taraba starting a new chapter, one based on solidarity, resilience, and long-term political growth.”
The initiative, according to Senator Sani Abubakar Danladi, is a strategic recalibration intended to put Taraba on a better national footing.
One thing is clear as the city prepares for the grand reception: Taraba State is on the verge of a pivotal political moment. Additionally, the countdown to Kefas’ defection accelerates with each arrival, handshake, and strategic meeting held behind closed doors.
