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Tinubu To Umahi: I Appreciate Your Passion, Dedication To Duty And Deep Sense Of Patriotism

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  • President Bola Tinubu congratulated Minister of Works, Senator David Umahi, on his 63rd birthday.
  • Tinubu praised Umahi for his passion, dedication, and patriotism, particularly in delivering durable road infrastructure.
  • The president urged the minister to accelerate road projects aligned with the Renewed Hope Agenda.

President Bola Tinubu has celebrated the 63rd birthday of the Minister of Works, Senator David Umahi, highlighting his significant contributions to national development. The President specifically lauded Umahi's "passion, dedication to duty and deep sense of patriotism" in his role overseeing the nation's infrastructure.

Tinubu recognized Umahi's track record, noting his previous service as Ebonyi South Senator and two-term Governor of Ebonyi State, a period marked by "landmark infrastructural development." The President emphasized Umahi's commitment to delivering "durable road infrastructure that will last for about a century."

Engineer Umahi has been one of my outstanding, hardworking ministers, passionate about the job and delivering durable roads and bridges that will last for about a century.

โ€” President Bola TinubuPraising the Minister of Works for his performance and dedication.

Urging the minister to further accelerate road construction and rehabilitation, Tinubu stressed the importance of these projects in achieving the Renewed Hope Agenda's goals. These include improving citizens' quality of life and boosting economic activity. The President also commended Umahi's hands-on approach, noting that the minister personally monitors construction sites nationwide to ensure compliance with specifications, rather than relying solely on reports.

The President extended his felicitations to Umahi and his family, wishing him good health and renewed strength as he continues his service to the nation.

As a minister, he does not just sit in his office or rely on reports from subordinates; he is constantly on the road, personally monitoring construction work nationwide to ensure compliance with specifications and approvals.

โ€” President Bola TinubuDescribing the Minister of Works' hands-on approach to his duties.
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