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Dr Bordiya Gbansheya Buma is the Current Commissioner For Health Taraba State.

29/08/2026

TRANSFORMING HEALTHCARE IN TARABA

Quality healthcare is not a promise; it is a commitment.

Under the leadership of His Excellency, Dr. Agbu Kefas, the Specialist Hospital, Jalingo is undergoing a major renovation to provide our people with a more modern, functional and conducive healthcare facility.

This is the Moving Forward Agenda in action — delivering meaningful development and putting the wellbeing of Tarabans first.

Taraba is Moving Forward.

27/08/2026

CELEBRATING TARABA @35..

25/08/2026

COMMISSIONER FLAGS OFF KEFAS CARE FREE MEDICAL AND SURGICAL OUTREACH IN GASSOL LGA

25th August, 2026

The Commissioner for Health, Taraba State, Hon. Dr. Bordiya Gbansheya Buma (MBBS, FWACS), JP, today flagged off the Kefas Care Free Medical and Surgical Outreach in Gassol Local Government Area.

The five-day outreach is part of the Taraba State Government’s commitment under the leadership of His Excellency, Dr. Agbu Kefas, to improve access to quality healthcare and promote the health and well-being of Tarabans.

The initiative is being implemented across the 16 Local Government Areas of the state, bringing free medical consultations, screenings, treatment and surgical services closer to the people, particularly those who may face challenges accessing healthcare due to financial or geographical constraints.

Speaking at the flag-off, Dr. Buma encouraged residents of Gassol LGA and surrounding communities to take full advantage of the opportunity and access the free services provided throughout the five-day exercise.

The Commissioner reaffirmed the Ministry’s commitment to supporting the administration’s vision of building a healthier Taraba where every citizen has access to quality and affordable healthcare.

Kefas Care — Bringing Quality Healthcare Closer to the People.

Prince JJ Musa

31/07/2026

PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT

As directed by the Honourable Commissioner for Health, I am pleased to inform you that a Free Medical and Surgical Outreach will be conducted in Taraba State from 1st to 21st August 2026.

Phase One (1st–7th August 2026) will take place at the following six centres:
Federal Road Hospital (FRH), Sunkani
General Hospital (GH), Bambur
General Hospital (GH), Bali
General Hospital (GH), Gembu
Federal University Teaching Hospital (FUTH), Wukari
General Hospital (GH), Takum
Phase Two (8th–21st August 2026)

Patients who are not operated on during the first phase at the above centres will have their surgeries carried out at the Federal Medical Centre, Jalingo (FMCJ).

All consultations, treatments, and surgeries will be provided free of charge.
This outreach is sponsored by Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda as a 58th birthday gift to the people of Taraba State.

Kindly share this information with members of your community and encourage everyone who needs medical care to take advantage of this opportunity.
Handbills and flyers will be distributed soon.

Announcer:
Dr. Nzunde Markus

30/07/2026

HON. BORDIYA GBANSHEYA BUMA FLAGS OFF THE 2026 TARABA STATE MINISTRY OF HEALTH JOINT ANNUAL REVIEW (JAR)

The Honourable Commissioner for Health, Dr. Bordiya Gbansheya Buma (MBBS, FWACS), today officially declared open the 2026 Taraba State Ministry of Health Joint Annual Review (JAR), a two-day strategic engagement taking place at Camp View Event Hall, Jalingo.

The review provides an important platform for government officials, development partners, healthcare professionals, and other stakeholders to evaluate the performance of the health sector, review achievements, identify existing gaps, and chart a stronger path towards improving quality healthcare delivery for the people of Taraba State.

The Ministry remains committed to strengthening the healthcare system in line with the Moving Forward Agenda of the Executive Governor of Taraba State, Dr. Agbu Kefas, ensuring accessible, affordable, and quality healthcare for all.

Prince JJ Musa
30th July, 2026

18/07/2026

A PERSONAL TRIBUTE TO MY BOSS ON HIS THIRD ANNIVERSARY IN OFFICE

Congratulations, Your Honour!

Today, I celebrate not just three years of your appointment as the Honourable Commissioner for Health, Taraba State, but also three years of purposeful leadership, unwavering dedication, and selfless service to our dear state.

Working closely with you has given me the privilege of witnessing your passion for improving healthcare, your commitment to excellence, and your genuine concern for the well-being of the people of Taraba State. Your leadership has inspired many of us to give our best in service, and I remain grateful for the opportunity to learn under your guidance.

As you mark this important milestone, I pray that God continues to grant you wisdom, strength, good health, and the grace to achieve even greater successes in the years ahead. As the Scripture says in Joshua 1:9:

"Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go."

Your Honour, as the journey continues, I humbly encourage you to keep listening to the voices of the people, strengthening teamwork within the Ministry, and investing in the next generation of leaders. Great leaders are remembered not only for the projects they complete but also for the people they empower.

On the political front, your humility, accessibility, and commitment to service have earned you respect. Preserving these qualities, maintaining strong grassroots connections, and continuing to build relationships across communities will further strengthen your leadership and leave a lasting legacy. People naturally rally behind leaders who remain close to them and consistently put service above self.

Thank you for your mentorship, confidence, and the opportunity to serve alongside you. It has been an honour to contribute, in my own little way, to the vision you have for the health sector and the progress of Taraba State.

Congratulations once again on your third anniversary in office. May Almighty God continue to bless your leadership, order your steps, and grant you many more years of impactful service to Taraba State and humanity.

Happy 3rd Anniversary in Office, Your Honour.

With sincere respect and best wishes,

Prince JJ Musa

11/07/2026

A DOUBLE CELEBRATION OF GOD'S GRACE

Birthday Wishes to Mrs. Yahtiyan Bordiya Buma & Mrs. Siyani Elisha

"Twice the joy, twice the blessings, and twice the reason to thank God."

Today, I join family, friends, and well-wishers in celebrating two remarkable women, Mrs. Yahtiyan Bordiya Buma and Mrs. Siyani Elisha, as they commemorate another year of God's abundant grace, love, and faithfulness.

Your lives continue to reflect kindness, strength, humility, and the beauty of God's unfailing favour. As you celebrate this special day together, I pray that the Almighty blesses you both with good health, long life, divine protection, renewed strength, and unending peace. May He continue to guide your steps, enlarge your blessings, and grant you many more fruitful years filled with joy, fulfilment, and lasting happiness.

May the beautiful bond you share as twin sisters continue to grow stronger, and may each new year bring greater reasons to smile and give thanks to God.

May this new chapter of your lives be filled with greater grace, favour, and countless testimonies.

With warm regards and best wishes,

Prince JJ Musa

10/07/2026

BIRTHDAY FELICITATION TO HER EXCELLENCY, MRS. AGYIN KEFAS
FIRST LADY OF TARABA STATE
From:
HON. BORDIYA GBANSHEYA BUMA (MBBS, FWACS)
COMMISSIONER, TARABA STATE MINISTRY OF HEALTH

Your Excellency,

Today, I join your family, friends, associates, and the good people of Taraba State in celebrating a woman of exceptional grace, compassion, and unwavering commitment to humanity.

Your life is a shining example of compassion, humility, and purposeful leadership. Through your unwavering dedication to the welfare of women, children, and the vulnerable, you have continued to inspire hope, restore dignity, and positively impact countless lives across our dear state.

Your steadfast support for the development agenda of His Excellency, Dr. Agbu Kefas, coupled with your humanitarian initiatives, reflects your deep commitment to building a healthier, stronger, and more prosperous Taraba State. Your service continues to inspire many of us in public office.

As you celebrate another year of God's faithfulness, I pray that the Almighty grants you excellent health, renewed strength, divine wisdom, and abundant grace to continue your remarkable service to humanity. May this new chapter bring you greater fulfilment, lasting peace, boundless joy, and even more impactful accomplishments.

Happy Birthday, Your Excellency. May God continue to bless and keep you, and may your years ahead be filled with greater purpose, favour, and enduring happiness.

Prince JJ Musa
9th July, 2026

01/07/2026

HON. BORDIYA GBANSHEYA BUMA (MBBS, FWACS),
COMMISSIONER, TARABA STATE MINISTRY OF HEALTH,
JULY 2026 NEW MONTH MESSAGE:

With gratitude to God Almighty for the gift of life and the privilege of witnessing a new month, I extend my warm greetings and sincere best wishes to the good people of Taraba State and beyond.

As we begin the month of July and continue our journey through the year, may this month bring renewed hope, good health, peace, and meaningful progress to our families and communities.

Let us remain committed to supporting one another, promoting unity, and contributing positively towards the growth and development of our dear state. Together, through dedication and collective responsibility, we can continue to build a healthier and more prosperous society.

May July be a month of greater opportunities, success, and abundant blessings for all.

Happy New Month!

Prince JJ Musa
1st July, 2026

12/06/2026

DEMOCRACY DAY MESSAGE
FROM HON. BORDIYA GBANSHEYA BUMA (MBBS, FWACS) JP
COMMISSIONER, TARABA STATE MINISTRY OF HEALTH

12th June, 2026
Prince JJ Musa

As we commemorate this year’s Democracy Day, I extend my warmest greetings and goodwill to the good people of Taraba State and Nigeria at large.

Democracy remains a symbol of our collective strength, unity, freedom, and commitment to building a society where every citizen has a voice and an opportunity to contribute to national development.

This occasion reminds us of the sacrifices of those who worked tirelessly for the democratic values we enjoy today. It also calls on us to continue promoting peace, tolerance, accountability, and service to humanity.

As a government, we remain committed to improving the health sector and ensuring that quality healthcare services are accessible to all citizens. A healthy population is the foundation for sustainable development and prosperity.

I urge everyone to continue supporting peace and unity, as we work together towards a greater Taraba State and a stronger Nigeria.

May our democracy continue to flourish.

Happy Democracy Day!

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Jalingo

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