- A diaspora group, AEISCID, has dismissed Works Minister David Umahi’s claim that he can deliver South-east votes for President Tinubu in 2027
- The group accused Umahi of having no real political influence in the region, citing his controversial 2023 senatorial win and neglect of key regional issues
- AEISCID warned Tinubu not to rely on Umahi’s promises, describing him as self-serving and disconnected from the South-easts real needs and political dynamics
President Tinubu is warned not to bank on Minister Umahi’s popularity for South-East votes in 2027. Photo: FB/Dave UmahiSource: Getty ImagesUmahi lacks the political rigor he claims – group”People of the region are yet to see any vehement commitments from leaders like Umahi to use their influence to persuade the Tinubu administration to fix the real issues affecting our people,” the group stated.Umahi’s ministerial portfolio questionedTo further drive home our points… no existing road infrastructure in the South East region have been completed in nearly two years, AEISCID noted, listing projects like the Enugu-Port Harcourt and Enugu-Onitsha highways as examples of stagnation under Umahis watch.Tinubu is told that Umahi is not as popular as he thinks he is. Photo: FB/ABATSource: FacebookIn terms of political weight and influence, Tinubu ought to have known that Umahi weighs far below the average, the statement added.Peter Obi should work wit Tinubu – Umahi




