Kefas’ Campaign Council Celebrates UK Essential Travel Advisory

The Agbu Kefas Re-election Campaign Council has said improved security in Taraba State is creating a more favourable environment for economic activities, tourism and investment. This followed a United Kingdom (UK) travel advisory permitting essential travel to the state.

The council said sustained efforts by Governor Agbu Kefas to address insecurity had helped restore public confidence, and expressed the optimism that continued stability would attract more investors and visitors to the state.

In a statement issued by its director of Media and Strategic Communication, Mr Emmanuel Bello, the council described the UK advisory as an encouraging development amid persistent security concerns in parts of Nigeria.

It argued that peace and stability were critical to unlocking Taraba’s economic potential, particularly in tourism, commerce and other sectors requiring the movement of people and capital.

According to the council, kidnapping and banditry had previously disrupted economic and social activities in some communities, thereby forcing residents to relocate, and making journeys to parts of the state a source of concern for travellers.

The statement said, the Kefas administration had prioritised security through sustained operations and investments, aimed at protecting lives and property.

He added that residents in many communities were increasingly able to carry out their daily activities with greater confidence.

“Governor Kefas understands that security is fundamental to development. Without peace, businesses cannot thrive, investors will hesitate, tourism will suffer and communities cannot reach their full potential,” the statement said.

The council maintained that, the UK’s decision to classify Taraba among locations where travel was permitted for essential purposes offered a positive signal to those considering visits to the state, although it did not amount to an unrestricted travel clearance.

It, however acknowledged that some areas remained vulnerable to communal clashes and other security incidents, and stressed that further efforts were needed to address the remaining threats.

The council expressed confidence that sustained improvements in security would strengthen public trust, support economic activities and advance the state’s development prospects.

It added that the administration remained committed to consolidating the gains recorded in the security sector and addressing challenges that could undermine peace and stability across Taraba State.