On Thursday, the current Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, revealed that during his tenure as the Governor of Ebonyi State, he maintained open communication with contractors, even responding to their criticisms, indicating his belief in the freedom of speech.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Umahi stated that when contractors reached out to him, including to express dissatisfaction or criticism, he did not shy away from responding in kind, using the same channel of communication.

He emphasized that this exchange was a demonstration of democracy’s principles, including freedom of speech. He acknowledged that such interactions also reminded him of his own humanity….CONTINUE READING

During an interview on Channels TV, Umahi highlighted his approach to communication during his governorship, noting that he had a single phone line through which he received calls and messages.

He emphasized his readiness to engage with contractors, adding that he addressed their concerns regardless of whether they were critical or supportive.

Speaking on the broader scope of infrastructure development in Nigeria, Umahi called on contractors to actively participate in improving the nation’s infrastructure system.

He stressed that the willingness of contractors to contribute positively could lead to transformative changes in the country’s infrastructure landscape.

Moreover, Umahi addressed the issue of misappropriation of public funds while in office, underscoring the consequences that come with such actions.

He stated that his examination of financial records did not indicate any unauthorized appropriation of funds by contractors.

He asserted that many contractors were operating within their legitimate profit margins and expressed the importance of contractors working for the collective benefit of Nigerians.

Emphasizing the significance of proper utilization of public funds, Umahi warned against the adverse consequences associated with misusing funds meant for public projects.

He noted that taking public funds without channeling them into productive projects amounts to risking lives and has serious repercussions.

Addressing road development in the country, Umahi highlighted the financial challenges, particularly the high construction costs, that come with infrastructure projects.

He expressed confidence that President Bola Tinubu would allocate funds to support the construction of high-quality roads across Nigeria.