Abakaliki, Ebonyi State – The Minister of Works, Senator David Umahi, has emphasized that the Southeast region can only produce a credible presidential candidate through collaboration, development, and unity—not by sentiment, intimidation, or hate.
Umahi made the remarks while addressing All Progressives Congress (APC) delegates and supporters after his son, Osborne Umahi, emerged as the party’s candidate for Chairmanship of Ohaozara Local Government Area in the upcoming August elections.
“The Southeast cannot become president by sentiments, by blackmail, by hate, or intimidation. Some people talk without even understanding what they are talking about,” Umahi said. He further highlighted that while the historical agitation for Biafra stemmed from neglect, ongoing infrastructural developments under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu are bringing progress and attention to the region.
“For me, at night, President Tinubu is lighting up our Southeast roads. You don’t even need a torchlight to see what is being done in Biafra land and our rural areas,” he added, assuring that a competent and respected candidate will eventually emerge from the region.
The minister also commended Governor Francis Nwifuru for nominating his son, describing it as a reflection of the governor’s integrity, transparency, and commitment to both President Tinubu’s programs and the people of Ebonyi State.
“I align myself with my son’s programme of opening all the roads in villages, connecting farmlands and markets, establishing agricultural clusters, and empowering the youths,” Umahi said.
In his acceptance speech, Osborne Umahi pledged to prioritize massive road infrastructure projects to enhance connectivity, empower youths, and create employment opportunities across Ohaozara Local Government Area.
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