By Okechukwu Jombo
Minister of Works, Senator Dave Umahi, has clarified that the South East is not demanding the release of Nnamdi Kanu as a condition for supporting President Bola Tinubu’s administration.
Speaking to journalists over the weekend Umahi stated that while the region remains concerned about Kanu’s continued detention, it does not consider his release a political bargain.
He emphasised that discussions around his freedom should be based on dialogue, not political pressure.
“Somebody asked me about Nnamdi Kanu, and I said his matter is not a condition for the South East to support the President. We are willing to negotiate his release, but no one should make it a condition because the President did not put him in prison
The former Ebonyi Governor praised President Tinubu’s handling of the economy and his leadership style.
“President Tinubu may not be perfect, but he is doing most things right. The international community has confidence in his reforms. That is why we are getting support for our projects,” he noted.
Umahi also highlighted several federal infrastructure projects ongoing in the South East and dismissed claims that the region is being marginalized. According to him, the zone enjoys strong federal presence under the Tinubu administration.
“Let those criticising the president show us what they have done for the country,” he challenged.
Umahi reaffirmed his loyalty to Tinubu, saying, “I will not run. I will work for my boss, President Tinubu… APC is the path to achieving what we want. The South East now has a voice at the centre. We will not return to Egypt.”
