…as he tours state senatorial zones on Town Hall Meeting
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BY CELESTINE IHEJIRIKA / JALINGO
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Governor Agbu Kefas of Taraba State has reaffirmed his administration’s unwavering commitment to safeguarding lives and property while advancing the welfare of every citizen of Taraba State.
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Speaking at a town hall meeting in Wukari, Governor Kefas recalled that upon assumption of office, he made a solemn promise to prioritize security, stressing that the safety of citizens remains his foremost responsibility.
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The governor further emphasized that education is his second major priority, vowing that no child in Taraba State will be left behind.
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According to him, the free education policy introduced by his administration not only guarantees tuition-free schooling but also covers NECO and WAEC examination fees.
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In addition, tuition fee in tertiary institutions have been slashed to ease the financial burden on parents and guardians.
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Governor Kefas admitted that he inherited widespread infrastructural decay in schools, describing many of the facilities as “nothing to write home about.”
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He assured that his government has already embarked on rebuilding and modernizing educational infrastructure to provide a conducive learning environment.
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On workers’ welfare, the governor noted that he met a backlog of unpaid salaries, gratuities, and pensions on assumption of office.
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Kefas explained that reforms have since been introduced within the civil service to address these challenges.
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He also revealed that even his office was initially affected by the lack of adequate facilities, underscoring the urgency of the reforms.
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Highlighting the broader development agenda, Kefas stated that for the first time since the creation of Taraba State in 1991, his administration has produced a comprehensive master plan to guide sustainable growth across all sectors.
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He acknowledged the deplorable state of many roads in the state but assured citizens that road construction and rehabilitation are a key priority.
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The governor said that beginning this October, his administration will commence new road projects alongside empowerment programmes to improve livelihoods.
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Among the dignitaries at the event were former Deputy Governor of Taraba State, Alhaji Armayau Dauda; Member of the House of Representatives, Hon. Mark Useni; and the Aku Uka, His Royal Majesty, Dr. Ishaku Adda Ali.
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They commended his developmental strides and the courage to engage citizens directly through such interactive forum.
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