Taraba Governor Kefas Grieves Over 58 Villagers Killed

On October 27, 2026, Dr. Agbu Kefas, the Governor of Taraba State, held an emergency security meeting in Jalingo to address the tragic killing of approximately 58 villagers in Binnari, Karim-Lamido Local Government Area, by unknown bandits. During the meeting, Governor Kefas expressed profound grief over the incident, condemning the killings as devastating for the affected families and the entire community.

He announced that Karim-Lamido would be designated as an area of particular security concern for the next six months, emphasizing the need for heightened security measures to prevent further attacks. The Governor assured that security agencies are actively working to track down the attackers and urged traditional rulers and community leaders to collaborate with security forces by providing timely information.

He also called for the verification of information to avoid spreading rumors that could escalate tensions. The attack occurred shortly after Jumu’ah Prayer at around 3:00 PM, leaving many families traumatized.