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Tinubu Has Ended South-East Marginalisation, Says Works Minister Umahi
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Tinubu Has Ended South-East Marginalisation, Says Works Minister Umahi

From Vanguard · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Nigeria's Minister of Works, Sen. David Umahi, stated that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is committed to ending the marginalization of the South-East.
  • Umahi cited inclusive governance and massive infrastructure development as key strategies.
  • The federal government will compensate property owners along the Ebonyi-Abuja highway.

Nigeria's Minister of Works, Sen. David Umahi, asserted that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is actively working to end the marginalization of the South-East region. Umahi highlighted the administration's commitment to inclusive governance and significant infrastructure development as central to this effort.

Speaking in Abakaliki, Umahi emphasized that Tinubu's administration prioritizes integrating the South-East into national development plans. The appointment of Umahi himself as Minister of Works was presented as evidence of this commitment, signaling a focus on improving the region's infrastructure.

Furthermore, Umahi announced that the federal government will provide compensation to property owners affected by the development of the Ebonyi-Abuja highway. This measure is intended to address potential grievances and ensure that infrastructure projects proceed with consideration for local communities. The minister's statements aim to reassure the South-East of the federal government's dedication to its progress and equitable treatment within the nation.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is committed to ending the marginalisation of the South-East through inclusive governance and massive infrastructure development.

โ€” Sen. David UmahiStating the president's commitment to the South-East region.
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Originally published by Vanguard in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.