2027 Elections: Taraba Governor Agbu Kefas Says Delivering State to Tinubu ‘Not Difficult’!

2027 Elections: Taraba Governor Agbu Kefas Says Delivering State to Tinubu ‘Not Difficult’!

Reported by Mustapha Labake Omowumi (Journalist)| Sele Media Africa

Agbu Kefas, Governor of Taraba State, has expressed strong confidence in his ability to secure the state for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Kefas made the assertion amid visible discontent among some members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), following his recent defection from the opposition party to the APC a move that has stirred political debate within Taraba and beyond.

Confidence Amid Party Backlash
Speaking publicly on the political outlook of the state, the governor maintained that his political structure and grassroots support place him in a strong position to mobilise voters in favour of President Tinubu when the next electoral cycle arrives.

Kefas acknowledged that his defection has triggered criticism from sections of the PDP, but suggested the resistance is neither unexpected nor insurmountable. According to him, political realignments are part of Nigeria’s evolving democratic landscape.

Analysts note that Taraba has historically leaned towards the PDP, making the governor’s confidence a significant signal of potential shifts in the state’s political dynamics ahead of 2027.

Strategic Implications for APC
Kefas’ declaration comes at a time when the APC is widely seen to be consolidating influence in parts of Nigeria traditionally dominated by opposition parties. Political observers say the governor’s move could reshape alliances in Taraba, particularly if accompanied by strong grassroots mobilisation and federal state cooperation.

However, PDP loyalists in the state have continued to voice dissatisfaction, warning that the governor’s political calculation may face resistance from the party’s established support base.

Broader Political Context
President Tinubu, who assumed office in May 2023, is expected to seek re-election in 2027, although formal party primaries are still some distance away. Early positioning by key political figures such as Kefas underscores the gradual build-up toward what is likely to be a highly competitive electoral cycle.

For now, attention remains on whether the Taraba governor can translate his political confidence into measurable support on the ground a test that will unfold as party structures intensify mobilisation in the coming years.

Sources
The Punch
Premium Times
Daily Trust

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Mustapha Labake Omowumi

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Mustapha Labake Omowumi is a journalist from Ibadan, Oyo State, and a graduate of the Nigeria Certificate in Education (NCE) in Economics and Mathematics. He demonstrates a strong commitment to professional journalism, with a keen interest in writing and storytelling, guided by principles of self-discipline, accuracy, and trustworthiness.

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