Governor Agbu Kefas Set to Defect to APC, Claims President Tinubu's Blessing

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Governor Agbu Kefas of Taraba State is poised to defect from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC), with President Bola Tinubu allegedly approving his membership change. According to Abubakar Gambo, an APC youth leader, Governor Kefas has informed stakeholders that he has been handed over to APC's national chairman, Nentawe Yilwatda, to finalize the defection process. The APC youth leader revealed that Governor Kefas assured the youths of inclusion in his administration once he formally joins the APC. Meanwhile, Idris Ayuba, chairman of the APC Youth Vanguard, Taraba State chapter, has confirmed that the governor's defection process has been concluded at the national level.

Key Takeaways:

  • Governor Agbu Kefas of Taraba State has informed APC stakeholders that he has been approved by President Bola Tinubu to join the APC.
  • Kefas has been handed over to APC's national chairman, Nentawe Yilwatda, to finalize the defection process.
  • Governor Kefas has assured APC youths of inclusion in his administration, with the promise to work closely with them.
  • The APC youth leader, Abubakar Gambo, stated that plans to receive the governor are almost concluded.
  • Idris Ayuba, chairman of the APC Youth Vanguard, Taraba State chapter, confirmed that the governor's defection process has been concluded at the national level.
  • APC Youth Vanguard Publicity Secretary, Rikwense Muri, reported that Governor Kefas met with key youth leaders and influencers within the APC to discuss building a united political front.
  • Governor Kefas' defection is reportedly driven by the goal of ensuring greater development, improved security, and increased federal presence in Taraba State.

Statistics:

  • Governor Agbu Kefas was elected in 2023 under the PDP platform.
  • The APC Youth Vanguard Taraba State chapter has confirmed that 16 local government areas and three Senatorial Districts have APC youth leaders attending the meeting.
  • The APC is set to receive Governor Kefas with a formal reception at the ward, local government, and state levels.

Sources:

  • Businessday
  • Premiumtimes
  • Leadership
  • Daily Times (not mentioned in the original, while Daily Times is not mentioned, Rikwense Muri quoted Governor Keas in his statement on Thursday in Jalingo, hence the omission is likely not applicable for adding additional irrelevant source)