Tinubu Govt Inherited No Project in Southeast – Umahi

Abuja, Nigeria — The Minister of Works, David Umahi, has disclosed that the current administration of President Bola Tinubu inherited “almost no projects” in the Southeast region of the country upon assuming office.

This was as the minister highlighted that significant interventions have since begun to address the infrastructure gap.

Umahi made this known on Thursday at the All Progressives Congress, APC, National Summit in Abuja, where the Federal Government presented its two-year scorecard in the works sector under President Tinubu.

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“In the South-East, we inherited almost no project, but today, we have the Owerri to Onitsha road ongoing, the Enugu to Onitsha project is ongoing, and so is the Enugu to Abakaliki road.

“The Second Niger Bridge, serving both Delta and Anambra states, is also progressing steadily,” he said.

The minister, while applauding his principal for prioritising infrastructure as a means to grow the nation’s GDP, said,

“Mr President, we may have challenges, but I must commend you very highly because you understand that it is the works sector that grows the GDP of a nation, upon which other sectors build. I feel privileged to work under you. You are a great man.”

The former Ebonyi State Governor also acknowledged the positive feedback being received across social platforms.

“I am very happy with what is happening on social media. People are commending you highly for the quality of work going on,” he added.

Umahi also Highlighted the Federal Government’s vision, describing the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway as a transformative investment-driven project.

According to him, the 750km highway is not just a road but a strategic economic artery.

DNI reports that the party’s summit was attended by President Tinubu, Vice President Kashim Shettima, Senate President Godswill Akpabio, House Speaker Tajudeen Abbas, National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu, APC National Chairman Abdullahi Ganduje, APC governors, and other party stalwarts.

Margret Oshinowo  |  May 23, 2025