The Taraba State Commissioner for Rural and Urban Development, Mr. Peter Julius, has praised governor Agbu Kefas for his commitment to foundational reforms, which according to him, is geared towards repositioning the state for long term progress.
Speaking with journalists on Thursday in Jalingo, the state capital in commemoration of the Nigerian Democracy Day, the commissioner said the Kefas ed administration is making strategic efforts to deliver the dividends of democracy, even if many of the results are not yet immediately visible to the public.
“Governor Kefas is doing his best to serve the people of Taraba. He is building a strong foundation. It may not be visible to everyone now, but time will show that Taraba is moving forward,” Julius stated.
Highlighting the administration’s approach, Julius explained that the government inherited numerous structural and service delivery challenges, and that governor Kefas has taken a proactive stance rather than focusing on the setbacks.
“For instance, when we assumed office, our ministry had no functional waste evacuation truck. We refurbished the available ones and have since stepped up our efforts to keep the city clean. Today, Jalingo is visibly cleaner and more orderly,” he noted.
The commissioner also revealed ongoing plans to decongest the state capital by relocating heavy-duty trailers to a designated park, describing it as part of a wider urban renewal program.
Julius pointed to improved security and the successful hosting of the Taraba Investment Summit as evidence of the administration’s progress, noting that these efforts are beginning to attract investor confidence.
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“Taraba is fast becoming the new bride for investors. Our security architecture has improved, and we are investing in both rural and urban road construction to stimulate economic activity, especially in underserved areas,” he added.
Despite the progress, Julius expressed concern over what he called a general lack of appreciation from some residents toward government initiatives.
“Our people often don’t acknowledge or appreciate the services being rendered. But we remain focused on delivering our mandate,” he said.
He urged citizens to be patient and supportive of the administration’s vision, emphasizing that sustainable development takes time, strategic planning, and collective responsibility.
“Meaningful change doesn’t happen overnight. It requires consistency, perseverance, and a shared commitment to progress,” Julius said