Peace Advocate Urges Lawmaker to Sponsor Bill for Creation of Chiefdoms in Ardo Kola LGA.

By Jako,July 22, 2025

A call has been made to the Member representing Ardo Kola Constituency in the Taraba State House of Assembly, Hon. Happy Shonruba, to sponsor a motion for the creation of three chiefdoms within Ardo Kola Local Government Area.

The appeal was made in an open letter addressed to the lawmaker by Comrade Keke Moses, a peace journalist and advocate for good governance in Taraba State. In the letter, Moses urged Hon. Shonruba to take legislative steps towards the establishment of Kola Chiefdom (to be led by a Mumuye traditional ruler), Bakin Dutse Chiefdom (for a Kona ruler), and Ardo Chiefdom (for a Fulani ruler).

Comrade Moses described the absence of any formally recognized First Class or Third Class Chief in Ardo Kola as a long-standing marginalization of the area’s traditional institutions, stressing that the creation of chiefdoms would strengthen local governance, foster peace, and uphold the cultural identities of the area’s diverse ethnic groups.

> “Ardo Kola remains the only Local Government Area in Taraba State without a recognized traditional ruler. This historical imbalance has weakened grassroots governance and hindered conflict resolution efforts,” the letter noted.

He added that the move would reflect positively on Hon. Shonruba’s legislative record and demonstrate his commitment to inclusive leadership, equity, and the promotion of peace among the Mumuye, Kona, and Fulani communities.

The peace advocate emphasized that the time is ripe for the lawmaker to act, especially as traditional institutions continue to play critical roles in maintaining order and fostering development across the state.

The letter has since stirred conversations among community leaders and stakeholders in Ardo Kola, many of whom are hopeful that the proposal will receive legislative attention.

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