Kefas urges politicians to reject violence and run the 2027 campaigns with a godly spirit.

Taraba State Governor, Dr. Agbu Kefas, called on residents to contribute to the state’s development and progress.

The governor made the appeal on Tuesday in a goodwill message to the Muslim community in advance of this year’s Eid‑el‑Kabir celebration.

The message was delivered through his Special Adviser on Media and Digital Communications, Emmanuel Bello.

Kefas urged citizens to maintain unity and avoid actions that could create religious division.

“Let us therefore contribute in any little way we can towards building a Taraba of our choice,” the governor said.

He noted that Taraba is the shared heritage of all its residents and stressed the importance of working together to promote unity, security, peace, and development across the state.

According to the governor, the Sallah celebration comes at a time when many families face economic hardship and have limited opportunities to spend quality time together. He described the festival as an opportunity for families, friends, and communities to reunite and share love.

Kefas also urged Muslim faithful to continue promoting values that foster peaceful coexistence and national unity.

The governor further cautioned politicians and their supporters against violence as political activities intensify ahead of the campaign season.

“Let me also use this opportunity to remind us that this is a campaign year and we must approach partisan politics with a godly spirit, detest violence, and have an open mind and campaign on topical issues rather than slandering others,” he said.