Why We Are Rotating First Class Chief Of Takum- Gov Kefas

The Governor of Taraba state Dr Agbu Kefas has given reasons for the establishment of a rotational first class chief of Takum in Taraba State and appointment of three third class chiefs in the area

The Governor gave reasons while assenting to the bill seeking the establishment of a rotational first class chief of Takum in Taraba State and appointment of three third class chiefs in Takum in the presence of some members of the Taraba state House of Assembly.

The Governor said the rotation of the Chief of Takum among the three major tribes of Kuteb, Chamba and Jukuns  is in the interest of peace and development of the state.

Governor Kefas said the rotation is not targeted at any tribe.

He commended the members of the state House of Assembly for critically doing justice to the Bill.

The Deputy Speaker of Taraba state House of Assembly, Hon Abdullahi Hamman Adama Borkono said the bill has gone through all the legislative processes.

He said based on the bill, the First class stool of Takum which has been vacant for decades will be rotated among the Kuteb, Chamba, and Jukun and also three third class chiefs will be appointed for the three tribes.

He said the bill will contribute significantly to the development of Taraba state.