June 02, (THEWILL) – The pan-Igbo socio-cultural organisation, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, has urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to rejig his cabinet by appointing the likes of the Minister of Works, David Umahi, into the ministries of Power, Economy, Agriculture, Health, Security, and Petroleum Resources.
Ohanaeze made the disclosure through a press statement issued on Monday, and signed by Mazi Okechukwu Isiguzoro, the Deputy President General, Ohanaeze Ndigbo.
Isiguzoro explained that Nigeria would undoubtedly find itself on par with, or rivalling world’s most burgeoning economies—countries such as India, Singapore, Morocco, South Africa, Japan, and Turkey, should Tinubu engage the likes of Umahi, who he said had delivered on the coastal highway.
He said, “The Apex Igbo Socio-Cultural Organisation, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, boldly extends its heartfelt congratulations to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the Minister of Works, Senator Dave Nweze Umahi, on the auspicious occasion of the two-year anniversary of the Tinubu administration, particularly highlighting the commissioning of numerous critical road projects, including the first phase of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway.
“It is with a strong sense of pride and unwavering support that we recognise Senator Umahi’s exemplary contributions to our national infrastructure. Through his dedicated service and steadfast commitment to expeditious project delivery, he has undeniably emerged as a hallmark of Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda. Senator Umahi’s accomplishments stand as a testament to his vision and administrative acumen and signify a renaissance of effective governance within Nigeria.
“However, it is a bitter yet necessary truth that warrants our candid expression: had President Tinubu the foresight to incorporate five or six luminary figures of Umahi’s caliber in his cabinet within the pivotal sectors of Power, Economy, Agriculture, Health, Security, and Petroleum Resources, Nigeria would undoubtedly find itself on par with, or rivaling, the world’s most burgeoning economies—countries such as India, Singapore, Morocco, South Africa, Japan, and Turkey.
“Senator Umahi epitomises the indomitable Igbo spirit, characterised by innovation, resilience, and effective leadership, attributes regrettably underrepresented in the current Federal Executive Council.
“His achievements furnish President Tinubu with tangible accomplishments worth celebrating as milestones of progress during the administration’s tenure. Given this context, Ohanaeze Ndigbo implores the Presidency to recognise that widening the scope of leadership by including individuals of Umahi’s stature could enhance governance and foster national harmony.
“It is incumbent upon us to deliver this essential message to President Tinubu with the utmost urgency and clarity: aligning the administration with competent, driven leaders like Senator Umahi can transform Nigeria’s trajectory. The enhancements in governance facilitated by such appointments can effectively mitigate the present political unrest and discontent echoing across the nation.
“Let it be unequivocally stated that should President Tinubu utilise the imminent June 12, 2025, Democracy Day as a platform to revitalise his cabinet with capable allies and nurture a cordial relationship with the Igbo populace through judicious policies and infrastructure initiatives, he will undoubtedly find in them his most reliable partners.
“The Igbos, as a cohesive community present across all 774 Local Government Areas of Nigeria, possess the capability to enhance the President’s standing, solidifying support that transcends regional and ethnic divides.
“In conclusion, we strongly advocate for the necessity and timeliness of these strategic decisions. The path to a prosperous Nigeria, in communion with its diverse ethnic fabric, is paved by the inclusion of visionary leadership and collaborative governance”, he stated.
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