Entire Taraba State Cabinet Defects to APC, Says Commissioner of Information
In a major political development in Taraba State, all commissioners and members of Governor Agbu Kefas’ cabinet have reportedly defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC), according to Barr. Zainab Usman Jalingo, the State Commissioner of Information and Reorientation.
The announcement came after today’s State Executive Council meeting, where the Commissioner addressed the press and confirmed the mass defection. She described the move as a collective decision by the cabinet members to align with the ruling party at the federal level, emphasizing their commitment to supporting the governor’s administration within the APC framework.
While the defection has generated significant attention, political analysts are observing how this shift will reshape party dynamics in Taraba State, especially ahead of upcoming elections.
The move is expected to strengthen the APC’s influence in the state while potentially weakening the opposition.
Supporters of Governor Kefas and the APC have welcomed the defection, describing it as a “strategic consolidation of governance and political alignment,” while some political observers caution that such sweeping defections may fuel controversies over loyalty and party principles.
The development underscores a broader trend in Nigerian politics where high-profile defections at state levels continue to influence electoral calculations and party strength.
Further details on the formal process of registration with the APC and integration of the cabinet members are awaited.
