By JAMILA ABBA
The Muri Emirate Council in Taraba State, has expressed profound gratitude to Governor Agbu Kefas, for his sacrifice, commitment and support during the illness of the Emir, Alhaji Abbas Njidda Tafida.
Speaking on the reception organized for the return of the monarch, the Secretary of the Emirate, Alhaji Usman Sa’idu said the Governor went above and beyond to ensure the Royal Father received the best medical attention.
According to him, when the traditional ruler fell sick, Governor Kefas immediately chartered an aircraft to convey him to where he could get the best medical treatment,this is to tell you how sympathetic the Governor is to the Emir.
He revealed that when the flight arrived and it was discovered that there was no night landing facility in Jalingo, the Governor was advised to wait till the next day, but considering the critical condition of the Emir, the Governor ordered all medical Doctors from the FMC Jalingo to assemble and stayed with the ailing monarch throughout the night to ensure he was well taken care of until the flight could depart the next morning.
The Secretary added that ,even while the traditional ruler was away on medical vacation, Governor Kefas continued to render several forms of assistance until the time he decided to return, and also chartered a plane for his return journey, providing all necessary support.
“We thank him for that and we thank everybody, all those that have participated in ensuring that there is a good reception for the ruler’s return, we thank them all,” he said.
Similarly, in an interview, renowned Islamic preacher Sheikh Habibu Al-maki expressed gratitude to Almighty God for the return of HRH Alhaji Abbas Njidda Tafida and appreciated Governor Agbu Kefas for his exemplary leadership, noting that what the governor exhibited is highly commendable.
On the 2027 general election, the Islamic cleric called on the electorate to choose leaders who have the masses, the state and the nation at heart.
He therefore called on all preachers to stop telling people to vote for a particular party or person, instead,they should advise them to vote for competency, adding that,by knowing who is good to be a leader, they should choose the best people who have good character and can be able to transform the society.
