One year into the service of the present administration, the apex Igbo socio-cultural organisation, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, has once again commended President Bola Tinubu for appointing Senator Dave Umahi as the Minister of Works.
The organisation, in a statement on Sunday by its Secretary-General, Mazi Okechukwu Isiguzoro, said the historic appointment has not only brought joy and pride to the Igbo people but also signified a new era of partnership between the South-East and the Federal Government.
The statement noted, “Before the swearing-in of Senator Umahi on 21st August 2023, there were widespread concerns over the underrepresentation of the Southeast in ministerial positions. However, President Tinubu’s strategic decision to assign the vital portfolio of Works to an Igbo Minister has proven to be a game-changer.
“The ongoing infrastructural development in the Southeast, particularly the construction and rehabilitation of federal highways, has played a significant role in fostering a renewed sense of unity and cooperation between the region and the Federal Government.
“The deplorable state of South-East federal roads and the historical neglect of the region’s infrastructure have long been sources of discontent and grievances among the Igbo people. The appointment of Senator Umahi as Minister of Works has not only addressed these long-standing issues but has also demonstrated President Tinubu’s genuine commitment to the development and progress of the South-East.
“The transformational impact of Senator Umahi’s leadership in the Ministry of Works cannot be overstated. His dedication, professionalism, and innovative policies have been instrumental in advancing President Tinubu’s vision for a better Nigeria.
“The signature projects, such as the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Super Highway and the Sokoto-Lagos Super Highway, are testaments to Senator Umahi’s unwavering commitment to delivering democratic dividends to Nigerians through improved road networks and economic growth.”
The apex Igbo socio-cultural group was pleased to acknowledge the positive strides made by Umahi in his role as Minister of Works.
“His exemplary service has not only earned the respect and admiration of the Igbo people but has also paved the way for a stronger and more collaborative relationship between the Southeast and the Federal Government.
“Ohanaeze Ndigbo reaffirms its gratitude to President Tinubu for the historic appointment of an Igbo Minister of Works and recognizes the pivotal role that Senator Umahi has played in unlocking the support and solidarity of the Igbo people for the APC-led Federal Government.
“The South-East remains committed to working hand in hand with President Tinubu toward a brighter and more prosperous future for Nigeria,” the statement added.
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