Jethro Yerga, Jalingo
A youth group in Bali Local Government Area of Taraba State has cautioned Mr Nuru Ahijo, a social media user over a publication it described as defamatory, which it claimed is targeted at destroying the good image of the Taraba State Government and the hard earned reputation of the state Commissioner for Cooperative and Poverty Alleviation, Hon Habu Philip.
Alhijo, had few days ago, sponsored a publication in various social media platforms in which he accused the state government of molesting and harassing citizens of Bali Local Government Area through the commissioner of Cooperative and Poverty Alleviation
However, the authority concern after findings, discovered the publication was a mere fake news, targeted at tarnishing the good reputation of the Commissioner, and discrediting the government of Governor Agbu Kefas.
Consequently, the youth group through her president, Mr Micky Habu, has described Alhijo’s action as wicked and envious, suspected to have being sponsored by enemies of Governor Kefas administration and asked the social media user, Mr Alhijo to retract the publication within 7 days or face legal action.
“Dear Nuru Alhijo, your recent open letter against the Commissioner for Cooperative and Poverty Alleviation, Hon. James Phillip Habu, has been brought to our attention. While it is your democratic right to express your opinions, it is concerning that you have chosen to publish unverified allegations that are not only defamatory but appear to serve a malicious agenda.
“It is worth cautioning you against allowing yourself to be used by political detractors whose aim is to tarnish the reputation of hardworking individuals in the administration of Governor Agbu Kefas. Hon. James Philip Habu is a respected public servant whose contributions to the fight against poverty and the empowerment of youths in Taraba State have been widely recognised.
“Your claims about the Commissioner’s alleged misconduct lack evidence and are clearly designed to mislead the public. Such baseless accusations do not reflect well on you or the youths of Bali Local Government Area whom you claim to represent. Instead of spreading misinformation, you are advised to channel your energy into constructive ventures that will better your life and contribute to the development of your community.
“We demand that you immediately retract your defamatory statements against Hon. James Philip Habu within seven (7) days of receiving this reply. Failure to comply will leave us with no choice but to initiate legal proceedings to protect the Commissioner’s reputation and integrity.
“Let this serve as a final warning to refrain from publishing defamatory and unfounded allegations. The administration of Governor Agbu Kefas values constructive engagement, not baseless attacks on its officials,” the group stated.
