Agbu Kefas Defects to APC, Emerges Party’s 30th Serving Governor
Taraba State Governor, Agbu Kefas, has officially become the 30th serving governor of the All Progressives Congress (APC) following his defection from the opposition party, marking a significant shift in Nigeria’s political landscape.
The development was confirmed after the governor formally announced his decision to join the ruling party, citing the need to align Taraba State more closely with the federal government and accelerate development in the state. His defection further consolidates the APC’s growing dominance across the country.
Kefas explained that his move was driven by consultations with political stakeholders, traditional leaders, and supporters within Taraba State. According to him, joining the APC would provide greater access to federal support, infrastructure funding, and policy coordination that would benefit the people of the state.
With Kefas’ entry, the APC now controls 30 state governments, strengthening its numerical advantage over opposition parties ahead of future electoral contests. Party leaders welcomed the governor, describing his decision as a vote of confidence in the APC-led federal administration.
Senior APC officials praised Kefas’ leadership style and expressed optimism that his experience would contribute positively to the party’s internal cohesion and governance philosophy. They also assured Taraba residents of increased federal attention to key sectors such as security, agriculture, road infrastructure, and education.
The defection has drawn mixed reactions across the political spectrum. While APC supporters celebrated the development as a strategic gain, opposition figures criticized the move, accusing ruling parties of encouraging political cross-carpeting for personal and electoral advantage.
Political analysts say Kefas’ defection could reshape political alignments in Taraba State and influence voter dynamics ahead of future elections. They also note that continued defections by sitting governors reflect the fluid nature of party loyalty in Nigeria’s democratic system.
Governor Kefas reaffirmed his commitment to serving the people of Taraba State, insisting that his political decision would not distract from governance. He pledged to focus on delivering dividends of democracy and ensuring peace and development across the state.
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