Kebbi Kidnap: Gov Kefas Postpones APC Defection Rally Indefinitely

By ,Musa Jankada, Jalingo 

The stage was set for what was touted as the biggest political event of the century in Taraba State, as Governor Agbu Kefas was scheduled to defect to the All Progressives Congress (APC) on Wednesday, November 19, 2025. 

Our Correspondent reports that the Jolly Nyame Stadium in Jalingo, the state capital, was decked out in APC regalia, ready to welcome top political bigwigs from across the country.

The atmosphere was electric, with supporters of the governor and the APC eager to witness the historic moment. The stadium was expected to be filled to capacity, with delegates and supporters from across the state and beyond.

However, the excitement was short-lived, as news broke out that the event had been postponed indefinitely. The reason? The kidnapping of schoolgirls in Kebbi State, which had sent shockwaves across the nation.

Governor Kefas, in a statement, explained that he had taken the decision to postpone the event as a mark of solidarity with the affected families and the nation at large. 

“In a moment when our nation is once again confronted with the painful reality of insecurity, solidarity and compassion must rise above politics,” he said.

The postponement caught many by surprise, as preparations for the event had been going on for weeks. The state capital had been bustling with activity, as supporters and delegates from across the state arrived in Jalingo to witness the historic event.

The Jolly Nyame Stadium, which had been transformed into a sea of APC colors, was left looking deserted and empty. The sound system, which had been blaring out campaign songs and jingles, fell silent, and the crowds began to disperse.

Supporters of the governor and the APC were visibly disappointed, having looked forward to the event for weeks. Many had traveled from far and wide to witness the historic moment, only to be told that it had been postponed.

The postponement is seen as a setback for the APC in Taraba State, which had been banking on the governor’s defection to boost its chances in the 2027 elections.

Despite the disappointment, the governor’s decision has been widely praised, with many commending him for putting the nation’s security concerns above personal political ambitions.

The kidnapping of the schoolgirls in Kebbi State has sparked widespread outrage and concern, with many calling for urgent action to address the country’s security challenges.

As the nation waits with bated breath for news of the safe release of the kidnapped girls, the postponement of the governor’s defection serves as a reminder of the pressing security issues that need to be addressed.

The event may have been postponed, but the show will go on, albeit at a later date. The APC is expected to announce a new date for the governor’s defection, but for now, the focus is on the security crisis and the safe release of the kidnapped girls.