Umahi Declares Peter Obi No Threat to Tinubu's Presidency

Dave Umahi, the Minister of Works, asserted that Peter Obi, the presidential candidate for the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), does not pose a threat to President Bola Tinubu. During an appearance on Channels Television’s Sunday Politics, Umahi referred to Obi as his brother and friend, reiterating his long-standing position on the importance of integrating the Southeast into the mainstream of Nigerian politics.

He recalled his past support for President Muhammadu Buhari, where he encouraged the Southeast to give Buhari 25 percent of their votes while he allocated 75 percent to Atiku Abubakar in his state. Umahi noted that there are three other Southeast candidates contesting for the presidency, indicating that Obi is not the only contender from the region.

He emphasized that discussions about leadership should be grounded in the candidates' past contributions to their communities.