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Umahi: Tinubu’s achievements in infrastructure will sell him through in 2027 election

Umahi: Tinubu’s achievements in infrastructure will sell him through in 2027 election

From Vanguard · () English

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  • Nigeria's Minister of Works, Senator David Umahi, stated that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's infrastructure achievements will ensure his re-election in 2027.
  • Umahi highlighted the scale of projects across the six geopolitical zones.
  • He believes no opposition candidate can match Tinubu's development record, particularly in the South East.

Nigeria's Minister of Works, Senator David Umahi, asserted that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's accomplishments in infrastructure development will be a key factor in his success in the 2027 general election. Umahi emphasized that Tinubu's projects span all six geopolitical zones of the country.

Speaking in his home region of the South East, Umahi expressed confidence that opposition candidates would struggle to deliver a comparable magnitude of development projects. He suggested that the tangible progress made in infrastructure across the nation would resonate strongly with voters.

The minister's statement highlights the administration's focus on infrastructure as a central pillar of its governance and a potential electoral advantage. The ongoing projects are intended to showcase the government's commitment to national development and improving the lives of Nigerians through enhanced connectivity and public works.

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