Governor Abu Kefas of Taraba State held a significant meeting with President Bola Tinubu on Monday at the State House in Abuja. This meeting marks the first engagement between the two leaders since Kefas’s recent defection from the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).
Accompanied by the APC National Chairman, Prof Nentawe Yilwatda, Governor Kefas arrived for a closed-door discussion with President Tinubu. The meeting was particularly notable as it provided a platform for Yilwatda to formally introduce Kefas to the President as the latest addition to the APC following his defection.
Initially, Governor Kefas was set to be officially welcomed into the APC during a reception rally scheduled for November 19, 2025. However, this event was postponed due to the recent abduction of schoolgirls in Kebbi State, which necessitated a reevaluation of the planned festivities.
While the specific topics discussed during the meeting were not disclosed, sources revealed that the upcoming grand reception for Kefas is now slated for December 6, 2025, in Jalingo, the capital of Taraba State. This event is expected to solidify Kefas’s position within the ruling party and mark a significant moment in the political landscape of Taraba.
The defection of Governor Kefas to the APC reflects a broader trend of political realignment in Nigeria, where various leaders are reassessing their affiliations ahead of upcoming elections. As the political climate continues to evolve, the December rally is anticipated to draw significant attention from party members and the public alike.
This meeting not only underscores the strategic importance of Taraba State in the APC’s plans but also highlights the ongoing dynamics within Nigerian politics as leaders navigate changing allegiances and public sentiment.
