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Promised to make primary and secondary education in Taraba State free, with the government bearing some expenses.

Governor Kefas announced that from the next academic session, primary and secondary education in Taraba State would be free. The administration has also approved new allowances for NYSC members serving in Taraba State schools, including an additional ₦10,000.

Promised free medical care for children and the aged in Taraba State.

Governor Kefas declared free medical care for children and the elderly across the state, expanding access to healthcare for vulnerable populations.

Promised to restructure the state's ministries to increase productivity and align with new needs.

The administration restructured the hitherto 25 ministries into a more comprehensive 21 ministries, streamlining government operations.

Promised to include young people in his cabinet to groom them for leadership.

The governor appointed young people to his cabinet, stating that young people have a lot of initiatives and are needed to achieve socially tangible results.

Promised sweeping reforms in the education sector, including basic and tertiary education improvements.

At midterm, Kefas pointed to sweeping reforms in the education sector. However, comprehensive independently verified outcome data (enrolment, performance metrics) specific to these claims was not identified.

Promised to provide massive infrastructural development across Taraba State.

The administration expressed desire for massive infrastructural development. However, the governor acknowledged financial constraints against meeting these desires. Comprehensive independently verified project completion data was not identified.

Promised to pay outstanding gratuities to retirees in Taraba State.

The administration expressed desire to pay outstanding gratuities but acknowledged financial constraints. The status of actual payments was not independently verified.

Promised to sign executive orders targeting political thuggery, illegal and unsafe mining, and drug abuse.

Governor Kefas signed three Executive Orders into law targeting political thuggery, illegal and unsafe mining, and drug abuse, with the goal of protecting lives, securing communities, and preserving the future of young people.

Promised renewed commitment to security and peace across Taraba State.

The governor declared 2026 as a year of peace, progress, and prosperity, assuring residents of renewed commitment to security. However, Taraba continues to face security challenges including communal violence and Tiv community tensions.