Governor of Taraba State, Dr. Agbu Kefas, has reiterated his administration’s unwavering commitment to promoting peace, justice, and religious harmony — describing them as the bedrock of the state’s progress and unity.
Represented by his Special Adviser on Christian Religious Matters, Very Rev. Fr. Patrick Sunday Muke, the Governor made the remarks during the Independence Anniversary Thanksgiving and Inauguration Service of the newly elected executives of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Taraba State Chapter, held in Jalingo.
Dr. Kefas congratulated the new CAN leadership and pledged continued partnership with the Christian community in advancing unity and moral renewal across the state.
He expressed optimism that the new executives would “foster greater understanding, harmony, and growth within the body of Christ and the entire state.”
Delivering his sermon on the theme “Yearning for a Different Task,” the Guest Speaker, Rev. Dr. Victor Audu of the Reformed Church of Christ for Nations (RCCN), charged leaders to act with integrity and responsibility for the betterment of Taraba and Nigeria.
He lamented what he described as the “persistent burden of bad governance” in the country, noting that citizens were weary of leaders who fail to deliver on their promises.
In his inaugural address, the new CAN Chairman, Rev. Fr. Dr. Williams Peter Awoshiri, who also serves as Vicar General of the Catholic Diocese of Jalingo, reaffirmed the executives’ commitment to strengthening Christian unity and social responsibility.
Quoting Matthew 28:20, Dr. Awoshiri reminded his colleagues that their journey would not be easy but stressed the divine call to “be witnesses of truth, justice, and peace.”
“As CAN, we must remain the conscience of our society — a moral compass and a strong voice for truth and justice,” he declared.
He further emphasized the duty of CAN to safeguard unity and uphold the moral fabric of the state despite its ethnic and cultural diversity.
Other newly inaugurated officials include:
”Rev. Samuel Ibrahim Jatau (CCN) – Vice Chairman
”Rev. Dr. Nelson Dunah (CPFN/PFN) – Secretary
”Rev. Samaila Tsapta (TEKAN/ECWA) – Assistant Secretary
”Apostle Sunday Adetiba (OAIC) – Treasurer”.
The event was attended by notable dignitaries including former Governor Rev. Dr. Jolly Nyame, CAN North-East Vice Chairman Jeconiah Gilbert, commissioners, and key Christian stakeholders.
Governor Kefas Reaffirms Commitment to Peace, Justice, Religious Harmony in Taraba
