Human rights activist, Omoyele Sowore, has raised serious concerns about the deteriorating state of infrastructure and governance in Taraba State under Governor Agbu Kefas.

In a series of Facebook posts, Sowore described the situation as dire, claiming that the state’s poor condition has rendered its students “useless” due to systemic neglect.

Sowore highlighted the deplorable state of roads across Taraba, noting that residents are forced to push buses through dusty, impassable routes. He specifically criticised the lack of accessible roads to key areas such as Karim Lamido, Ussa, and Mayo-Ndaga, describing them as “dead” and neglected.

“The only way he can remove it is the one you take to his house. This is a bad example,” Sowore stated, pointing to the governor’s alleged inaction.

The activist also questioned claims of economic progress, dismissing rumors spread by the governor that investors are “moving” to Taraba.

Sowore pointed to the stalled global market project in Jalingo, the state capital, which has reportedly cost over N10 billion but remains incomplete, and “left to be shattered like a goddess.”

Further addressing the state’s challenges, Sowore noted that schools across Taraba are in disarray, with no access to clean water and essential services neglected.

He accused the state’s leadership of prioritising personal interests over public welfare.

“Biggest leaders such as education, nation-building services, and public benefits are all neglected when the poor are left in suffering while the governor is lying,” he said.

Sowore emphasised the urgency of the crisis by sharing recent images of the state’s condition.

“These pictures you see are less than a week ago. But you say World War II was done in 1945 there,” stated.

He concluded that the people of Taraba are enduring unprecedented neglect and destruction in 2025 under Kefas’ leadership.

The activist’s remarks have sparked renewed calls for accountability and urgent action to address the state’s infrastructure and governance challenges.