Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, has stated that while the South-East region of Nigeria will eventually produce the country’s president, it will not happen in the 2027 elections.Nigeria travel insurance
Speaking on Monday, Mr Umahi emphasized that President Bola Tinubu’s administration has treated all regions, including the South-East, fairly.
He pointed to the revival of 90% of previously abandoned road projects, some of which date back to 2013, as proof of inclusive governance.
Among the major infrastructure developments highlighted by the minister is a multi-state highway project stretching from Cross River through Ebonyi, Benue, Kogi, and Nasarawa to Abuja.
This route includes a 231.64km stretch within the South-East, awarded at a cost of ₦445.8 billion.
Umahi noted that despite a recent review of the corridor length to 231.64km, the contract cost remains unchanged.
Other significant federal road projects underway in the South-East include:
Second Niger Bridge Access Roads:
Section 2A in Delta (₦146 billion)
Section 2B in Anambra (₦176 billion)
Enugu-Onitsha Road (208km):
Funded by MTN Tax Credit (₦202 billion)
Remaining work awarded to CBC (₦150 billion)
Enugu–Port Harcourt Road, divided into sections covering:
Enugu-Abakaliki
Afikpo-Abia-Imo
Onitsha-Owerri-Aba
Aba-Ikot Ekpene
Umuahia-Ikot Ekpene
Mr Umahi praised South-East governors for backing federal initiatives and encouraged the region’s citizens to continue supporting the Tinubu-led government.
He reassured them that the current administration’s policies reflect equity and national unity.
While acknowledging the region’s aspirations, Umahi made it clear:
“One day, the South-East will produce the president of Nigeria, but not in 2027.”Nigeria travel insurance
He reaffirmed his dedication to countering misinformation and ensuring the South-East population is well-informed about federal efforts.
