The Taraba State Governor, Dr. Agbu Kefas, personally made an unscheduled visit to Howai Government Secondary School, Mile Six, Jalingo to inspect and reinforce His administration's unshakeable commitment to the 'Free Education Policy', as we launch the reconstruction of Schools across Taraba State.
The objectives of this Executive visit?
To inspect firsthand how free education is transforming students' lives.
To engage with students and teachers on the challenges they still face.
To reaffirm his commitment: No child in Taraba will be left behind.
Launch the reconstruction of Schools across Taraba State.
The moment Governor Kefas took office, he made a bold declaration: “Basic education in Taraba State will be free - no child should be denied schooling because of money.”
Skeptics laughed. Others asked, "Where will the funding come from?"
"Ah Oga, My Pikin Don Dey Go School Now! Na Free! God Bless Our Governor!"
That's what my regular "mai suya" customer said:
"Ah oga, my pikin don dey go school now! Na free! God bless our governor!"
This was a man who, just a year ago, could barely afford to feed his family - now, his child was in school without paying a kobo.
That’s the kind of impact Governor Agbu Kefas is making in Taraba State.
Dr. Mrs. Christie S. Zaku's High-Level Meeting with Gov. Agbu Kefas: A Shared Vision for Education
In a meeting that showcased the power of vision, leadership, and purpose, Dr. Christie Salami Zaku, Director of IBIFoundry and Principal of Howai Government Secondary School, sat down with His Excellency, Governor Agbu Kefas (Dr.) to discuss and inspect one of the most transformative agendas in Taraba State - free education for all.
The meeting with Dr. Christie Salami Zaku and Governor Agbu Kefas wasn’t just a routine discussion. It was a powerful exchange of ideas focused on:
Strengthening the free education policy to ensure no child is left behind.
Addressing challenges in infrastructure, teacher support, and curriculum development.
Partnership opportunities (with IBIFoundry) to foster sustainable educational growth.
During his visit, he passionately emphasized;
“We are not stopping at free education - we are making sure it’s quality education. We will invest in teachers, learning materials, and school infrastructure.”
Gov. Kefas’ Commitment: Free Education in Taraba State is Non-Negotiable
As both the Director of IBIFoundry and the Principal of Howai Government Secondary School, Dr. Zaku brought valuable insights from the ground, sharing firsthand experiences of how the Governor’s policies are transforming lives.
Governor Agbu Kefas Agenda: Beyond "Free Basic Education for All" - What’s Next?
Gov. Kefas’ administration isn’t just about removing school fees.
His government is active:
Hiring more competent teachers to improve student-teacher ratios.
Providing school supplies to ensure no child lacks materials.
Upgrading school facilities for a better learning environment.
Encouraging adult education so even parents can learn.
It’s a full-scale education revolution - and it’s happening right now in Taraba!
His Commendation for Dr. Mrs. Christie Salami Zaku’s Passionate Leadership in the Education Sector
After this unscheduled routine check, Governor Kefas took a moment to deeply commend the Principal, Dr. Mrs. Christie Salami Zaku, for her dedication, leadership, and outstanding efforts in improving Howai Government Secondary School.
"Leaders like Dr. Zaku are the pillars that hold up our vision for free and quality education in Taraba. Her passion and commitment are exactly what we need to drive this agenda forward,"
Under her leadership, Howai Secondary School has witnessed remarkable improvements in academic performance, school infrastructure, and student engagement.
Dr. Mrs. Zaku, in response, expressed her profound gratitude to the governor for his revolutionary policies and unwavering support for education, emphasizing that her team remains fully committed to ensuring that the free education policy yields maximum results.
A Final Word of Gratitude to Governor Agbu Kefas from Parents, Guidance, and Students, in Taraba
On behalf of the students, teachers, and parents of Taraba State and the entire team at IbiFoundry, we extend our deepest gratitude to Governor Agbu Kefas for his relentless commitment to education.
His vision is not just about providing free education - breaking barriers, creating opportunities, and building a literate, empowered, and prosperous Taraba State.
With his continued support, Taraba is on its way to becoming a model state for education in Nigeria and beyond.
The journey has just begun - but the future is already looking brighter.
Finally, on behalf of Tarabans, the IbiFoundry team, Dr. Christie Salami, and the entire Educational sector extend our heartfelt gratitude to Governor Agbu Kefas for his unwavering commitment to education and for her leadership both at IBIFoundry and within the school system.
Together, we’re not just talking about change - we’re making it happen.
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Cheers,
Written by Simon Taki Zaku
Founder & CEO, IBIFoundry.com.ng
God bless Agbu kefas.
Superb