Minister of Works David Umahi has called on political stakeholders in the South-East to support President Bola Ahmed Tinubu ahead of the 2027 general elections, warning that failure to do so could jeopardize the region's access to federal development projects.
Umahi's Warning to South-East Leaders
Speaking on federal infrastructure delivery and political alignment, Umahi stressed that the South-East stands to gain more under continued cooperation with the current administration. He noted that the Tinubu-led government has committed substantial resources to ongoing road and infrastructure projects across the region, including major highways, bridges, and rehabilitation works, which he described as unprecedented federal attention in recent years.
Political Alignment and Project Continuity
The minister argued that political alignment is critical for ensuring the continuity and expansion of these projects. He insisted that opposition politics could weaken the region's influence in national decision-making and project allocation. Umahi maintained that President Tinubu has demonstrated inclusive governance through appointments and infrastructure investments, urging the South-East to adopt a more strategic political approach rather than confrontational positioning ahead of 2027.
Expected Political Debate
Umahi reiterated his belief that the South-East would overwhelmingly support Tinubu's re-election bid, citing ongoing projects and federal presence as factors that would naturally translate into political appreciation. His comments are the latest in a series of strong endorsements of the President, consistently pointing to major federal road projects as evidence of renewed attention to South-East development.
The statement is expected to generate political debate, especially among opposition figures who question the distribution of federal projects and political inclusiveness. As the 2027 elections approach, analysts say such remarks highlight growing early political positioning within Nigeria's major geopolitical zones, particularly in the South-East where electoral competition remains highly contested.
