Taraba Governor, Dr. Kefas inaugurates Governing Board for Bio-entrepreneurship Innovation and Solution Agency

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The Governor of Taraba State, Dr. Agbu Kefas, has officially approved and announced the constitution and appointment of the Governing Board for the Taraba State Bio-entrepreneurship Innovation and Solution Agency (TASBISA).

This move marks a significant step towards fostering innovation, biotechnology, and sustainable development in the state.

Board Composition and Representation

The newly constituted board is a diverse assembly of experts, academics, and representatives from various zones and sectors, reflecting the state’s commitment to inclusive and strategic governance. The board’s membership is as follows:

His Excellency, Governor of Taraba State Dr. Agbu Kefas Chairman

Southern Zone Representative
Yahuza Isah Inda, B.Tech – Biotechnology Member

Central Zone Representative

Njilmah Jeremiah Aquila, MSc – Applied Parasitology Member

Northern Zone Representative

Clement Sabo, BSc – Health Education Member

Accredited University Appointee

Sallau Yushau, Ph.D Agricultural Education Member

Civil Society Organization (CSO) Representative

Sarah Sanmila Sheriff, MSc – Biotech Member

Executive Vice Chairman/Secretary of the Board

Mr. Josiah Bitrus Habu, MSc – Biology Secretary

In addition to the above, the board includes representatives from key state ministries, biotechnology industry leaders, academic and community stakeholders, covering the following sectors:

Science and Technology

Agricultural and Food Security

Finance, Budget & Economic Planning

Health
Environment & Climate Change

Commerce, Industries, Trade & Investment

Education
Energy, Economy & Innovation

Digital Economy & Innovation

Heritage & Ecotourism

Waste Management & Innovation

Rural and Urban Development

Poverty Alleviation

Each sector is represented by a designated member, ensuring a holistic approach to bio-entrepreneurship and innovation in Taraba State.

Strategic Vision

The establishment of TASBISA’s governing board is aimed at driving the state’s agenda for bio-entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable solutions. The agency is expected to:

Foster research and development in biotechnology and related fields.
Promote collaboration between government, academia, industry, and civil society.
Support initiatives that address food security, health, environmental sustainability, and economic diversification.
Encourage innovation in digital economy, waste management, and ecotourism.

The press release, signed by Chief Barr. Gebon Timothy Kataps, Secretary to the Government of the State, underscores the administration’s commitment to inclusive governance and sustainable development. The diverse composition of the board is designed to harness expertise from across the state and ensure that TASBISA delivers on its mandate to transform Taraba into a hub for bio-entrepreneurship and innovation.

With the inauguration of the TASBISA Governing Board, Taraba State is poised to make significant strides in biotechnology, innovation, and sustainable development, setting a benchmark for other states in Nigeria.

The board’s work is expected to have far-reaching impacts on economic growth, environmental stewardship, and the overall well-being of the people of Taraba State.