Umahi Claims South-East Received No Federal Projects Before Tinubu

David Umahi, the Minister of Works, claimed that the South-East region of Nigeria did not receive any federal projects during his previous political roles until the administration of President Bola Tinubu. Speaking at a press briefing in Abuja, Umahi reflected on his experiences as a former party chairman, deputy governor, and governor, stating, “I was party chairman, I was deputy governor, I was governor, and no single federal project came to the South-East.” He acknowledged that while the South-East may not have the highest number of federal projects compared to other regions, it is no longer at the bottom.

Umahi attributed this development to Tinubu's deliberate efforts to include the South-East in national development plans. He also noted that his appointment as Minister of Works was significant, as it marked the first time someone from the South-East held this position, indicating the President's intention to develop the region.