2027: Gen TY Danjuma's Support Intact— Gov. Kefas

Governor Agbu Kefas of Taraba State has dismissed claims of a strained relationship with elder statesman and former Defence Minister, Theophilus Yakubu Danjuma, insisting that his recent defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC) was neither controversial nor financially motivated.

Kefas spoke to journalists after a meeting with President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, where he addressed speculations surrounding his political realignment from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).

He described Gen. Danjuma as a father figure whose support and goodwill remain intact despite his decision to leave the PDP.

"I don't have any problem with T.Y. Danjuma; he is my father. Since we started politics, nothing has ever come between us. People just speculate, but there is no issue at all," Kefas said.

The governor disclosed that he informed the retired general before his defection and obtained his blessing.

"Before I defected, I secured his approval. He assured me of his support whenever I need it," he stated, adding that Danjuma, though not aligned with any political party, was fully aware of his decision.

Kefas also rejected claims that financial inducement influenced his move to the ruling party, describing such allegations as unfounded political gossip.

"Nobody gave me money to defect to the APC," he said, stressing that his decision was based on conviction and strategic considerations aimed at advancing the development of Taraba State.

He expressed optimism about the opportunities available under the APC platform and pledged to deliver Taraba State for President Tinubu in the 2027 presidential election.

The governor said his closed-door meeting with the President focused on security, agriculture and the welfare of Taraba residents, as well as strengthening collaboration between the state and the Federal Government.

According to him, the engagement marked his first formal interaction with the President since joining the APC and signaled the beginning of deeper intergovernmental cooperation.

Kefas also noted the near alignment of the Christian Lenten season and the Muslim holy month of Ramadan, describing it as symbolic and urging citizens to use the period for prayer, unity and renewed commitment to national peace and development.