Governor Agbu Kefas Attends Wedding Fatiha of Former Deputy Governor's Children

By Nformi Desmond

Taraba State Governor, Dr. Agbu Kefas, on Friday attended the Wedding Fatiha of two children of former Deputy Governor of the state, Alhaji Armayau Dauda Abubakar, at the MCAN Mosque in Jalingo.

The ceremony solemnised the marriages of Dr. Abubakar Armayau Abubakar and Hafsat Sani Rabiu, as well as Engr. Faisal Bala Nuhu and Aisha Armayau Abubakar, in accordance with Islamic marriage rites.

Officiating at the ceremony, the Chief Imam of the MCAN Mosque, Khadi Badamasi Aliyu, announced the prescribed dowries for both marriages and offered prayers for the couples, asking Allah to bless their unions with peace, love and prosperity.

In his sermon, the Chief Imam urged the grooms to uphold the values of love, responsibility and compassion by caring for their wives, providing for their families and building homes founded on mutual respect, understanding and the fear of Allah.

Governor Kefas, accompanied by senior government officials and other dignitaries, joined the families in celebrating the occasion and congratulated the newlyweds.

The Wedding Fatiha attracted political leaders, traditional rulers, religious leaders, associates and well-wishers, who offered prayers for enduring peace, unity and prosperity in the new homes.

Source: Barr. Zainab Jalingo, Head of Corporate Communications, Ministry of Information and Reorientation, Taraba State.

Bishop Dr. Innocent R. Solomon Dedicates Birthday to Peace, Security, and Prosperity of Taraba

By Michael Rimamndeyati

The Director General of the Taraba State Bureau for Peace and Conflict Management, Bishop Dr. Innocent Rubiruka Solomon, has dedicated his 2026 birthday to the peace, security, and prosperity of Taraba State.

Speaking during the Mount Zion Worship Service held on Sunday at the Crown of Life Bible Church Cathedral and celebration of his birthday, Bishop Solomon said his greatest desire is to see Taraba remain peaceful, secure, and economically prosperous for the benefit of all residents.

He stressed that sustainable peace remains the foundation for meaningful development, noting that only a peaceful environment can attract both local and foreign investors to unlock the state's economic potential.

The peace advocate commended the Governor of Taraba State, Dr. Agbu Kefas, for his commitment to promoting peace and creating an enabling environment for development across the state. He said the administration's support for peacebuilding initiatives has contributed significantly to strengthening stability in Taraba.

Bishop Solomon further described Taraba as a richly endowed state blessed with abundant natural resources capable of driving economic growth and improving the livelihoods of its people. He, however, emphasized that these resources can only be fully harnessed when peace and security are sustained.

Reflecting on his birthday, the cleric expressed gratitude to God for the gift of life and called on members of the church and the people of Taraba to join him in giving thanks. He noted that God alone grants life, peace, and prosperity, urging citizens to continue praying for the unity, peace, and continued progress of Taraba State.