Taraba governor to officially join APC

The Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Taraba State, Ibrahim Tukur, has confirmed that Governor Agbu Kefas will officially join the party in January 2026.

Governor Kefas had planned to defect on November 19 but postponed it because of the kidnapping of students in Kebbi State. He said it would be wrong to hold political events while the country was dealing with a security crisis.

Speaking at a press conference in Jalingo on Sunday, Tukur said the governor had already completed his registration at the ward level, but the public ceremony would not take place this month.

“December is full of activities. We don’t want people travelling across the state when families are busy preparing for Christmas and New Year,” he said.

Tukur noted that Governor Kefas had met all requirements to become an APC member.

“The governor wrote to his ward executives, and they have accepted him. As far as our records show, he is now a full member of the APC,” he said.

He also announced that 15 members of the Taraba State House of Assembly and all members of the state executive council had also joined the party.

“What is happening is a natural political shift. Many key stakeholders have followed the governor, and more are expected. There is no cause for concern,” he added.

Tukur said party leaders had agreed that January was the most suitable time for the official welcome.

“We have met and decided that January is the best month. Once we pick a date, we will announce it to the public,” he said.