Governor Agbu Kefas of Taraba State has rated the performance of outgoing heads of security agencies in the state as excellent, emphasizing that sustained teamwork and actionable intelligence sharing remain critical to addressing security challenges across Nigeria.
The governor made the remarks at the weekend during a state dinner held at the Government House Banquet Hall in Jalingo, to honour retired and transferred security chiefs who served in the state.
He reaffirmed that his administration would not relent in the fight against insecurity, stressing that the protection of lives and property remains a top priority of his government.
Gov. Kefas, a retired senior military officer, said his professional assessment showed that the outgoing security chiefs performed creditably despite the complex operational environment of Taraba State, which is home to more than 80 ethnic groups.
He expressed confidence in their professionalism and assured them of success in future assignments.
The governor also pledged continued support for security agencies through sustained collaboration, intelligence sharing and inter-agency networking aimed at strengthening professionalism and operational efficiency.
Speaking at the event, the Secretary to the State Government, Gebon Timothy Katap, described Taraba as the safest state in Northern Nigeria, attributing the achievement to the dedication and commitment of the honoured security chiefs.
He said they had preserved the state’s long-standing reputation as a safe haven and had “written their names in gold” through their service.
Katap commended the outgoing security heads for their collective efforts in safeguarding lives and property across the state.
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Responding on behalf of the outgoing security chiefs, former Commissioner of Police in the state, Emmanuel Bretet (rtd), expressed appreciation to the state government for the recognition and support extended to security agencies.
He noted that actionable intelligence sharing, teamwork and the avoidance of inter-agency rivalry were key to the successes recorded in the state, and urged that similar cooperation be extended to their successors to sustain the gains achieved.
Among those transferred or retired were the Commander, 6 Brigade Nigerian Army, Brigadier General Kingsley Uwa; retired Assistant Inspector General of Police, Emmanuel Bretet; the state Director of the Department of State Services (DSS), Mr. Edet Victor; Squadron Leader John Osifo, among others.
