Don’t Vote Peter Obi” – Umahi Makes Direct Appeal To Southeast, Nigerians

Minister of Works, Senator David Umahi, has called on Nigerians, particularly people from the South-East, not to support the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) 2027 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, in the next general election.

Umahi made the appeal while inspecting sections of the Trans-Saharan Highway and other Legacy Projects spanning Cross River to Abuja.

The former Ebonyi State governor said he remains unfazed by criticisms over his stance against Obi, insisting that the backlash only confirms his message is making an impact. He also vowed to continue campaigning against Obi’s presidential ambition.

According to Umahi, his support for President Bola Tinubu’s re-election is based on the administration’s commitment to infrastructure development, particularly in the South-East.

He expressed confidence that all ongoing projects initiated under Tinubu would be completed if the President secures a second term, warning that electing a new administration could result in delays or abandoned projects.

“They have been insulting me, but I honestly enjoy it because it shows that what I’m saying is getting to them,” Umahi said.

“Some people, however, are reasonable. They tell me the only issue is that I’m attacking Peter Obi. I tell them I’m not attacking Peter Obi. I’m simply asking people in the South-East and across Nigeria not to vote for him but to vote for President Bola Tinubu, and I have my reasons.”

Umahi argued that continuity under Tinubu would ensure the completion of key infrastructure projects already underway across the country.

“All the projects awarded by President Tinubu will be completed. During his second term, we should not take unnecessary risks. In Nigeria, it is common for new governments to renegotiate or abandon inherited projects. But under President Tinubu, there will be no abandoned projects. Every legacy project will be completed,” he stated.

Highlighting ongoing work in the South-East, Umahi described the Enugu-Onitsha Expressway as one of the administration’s major success stories.

“The Enugu-Onitsha Expressway is progressing well. By December, the project will be fully completed with solar-powered streetlights, tree planting and reinforced concrete pavement. We also plan to introduce tolling, not for profit, but to fund road maintenance and provide security patrols along the route,” he explained.

The minister commended the contractors and supervising officials handling the projects for their commitment, adding that presidential aides have also become effective advocates for the administration’s infrastructure agenda.

“I commend the contractor and the acting controller for their dedication. It even seems that all the President’s Senior Special Assistants are becoming engineers because they now understand and explain these projects so well.

“I encourage them to continue telling the story of these projects to community leaders and the public,” Umahi added.