Governor Agbu Kefas reaffirms zero tolerance for lawlessness

Governor Agbu Kefas of Taraba State has reiterated his firm stance against any form of lawlessness within the state. He emphasized this during a crucial meeting on Friday with stakeholders from Usmanu village, Karim-Lamido Local Government Council, held in Jalingo, the state capital.

Addressing the recent unrest that resulted in the tragic murder of the village head, Alhaji Awual Abubakar, and his younger brother, Rilwanu Abubakar Kawu, Governor Kefas, through his deputy governor, Alhaji Aminu Abdullahi Alkali, reaffirmed the government’s commitment to ensuring the safety and security of all citizens.

He stressed that the primary duty of the government is to protect lives and property.

The state government, is resolute in its determination to apprehend and prosecute the perpetrators of the attack, irrespective of their status.

Deputy Governor Alkali urged the community to foster peace and unity, which are essential for the development and progress of the area.

The unrest in Usmanu village in May 2024 not only resulted in the brutal killings of the village head but also led to significant property damage