Apex Igbo socio-cultural organization, Ohanaeze Ndigbo has lauded Engr David Umahi, the Minister of Works, as the best-performing minister in the Federal Executive Council.
Ohanaeze also commented two other ministers, Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, Minister of Interior Toju-Ojo, and Presidential aide, Bayo Ononuga, for being the pillars of President Bola Tinubu’s administration.
The lgbo body stated that the first year of President Bola Tinubu’s administration has been heralded as a period of progress and development by Ohanaeze Ndigbo.
In a statement issued on Tuesday, Ohanaeze’s factional Secretary-general, Mazi Okechukwu lsiguzoro, said despite inherited challenges such as a retrogressive economy, treasury looting, and infrastructural decay, Tinubu has demonstrated the political will to overcome these obstacles more effectively than the previous 8 years under Former President Muhammadu Buhari.
The statement read in part” During Buhari’s tenure, the South-East region faced deliberate economic suppression leading to strife and insecurity. In contrast, President Tinubu’s administration has fostered hope and progress in the South-east through initiatives like the ongoing road reconstruction and rehabilitation projects led by Engr David Umahi, fostering economic activity and inclusivity.
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“Ohanaeze Ndigbo unequivocally declares Engr David Umahi as the best-performing Minister in the Federal Executive Council due to his diligence, dedication, and innovative ideas that have reshaped the region’s narrative.
“The organization also commends Minister Nyesom Wike for his visionary leadership, Minister Toju-Ojo for his reformative efforts, and Presidential aide Bayo Ononuga for his invaluable contribution to promoting President Tinubu’s vision.
“As the administration addresses challenges like insecurity and economic issues in the Southeast, Ohanaeze Ndigbo calls on President Tinubu to halt property demolitions in Lagos, release Nnamdi Kanu, enhance trade policies, and reopen the Calabar Seaport to stimulate economic growth further.
“The organization also advocates for the removal of underperforming ministers to drive progress and efficiency. Ohanaeze Ndigbo affirms its commitment to partnering with the government and urges opposition leaders to join hands with President Tinubu to rebuild the nation for prosperity and progress.
