Minister of Works, David Umahi, has appealed to voters in Ebonyi State not to support the presidential ambition of Peter Obi in the 2027 general election.
Umahi made the call while speaking to supporters and residents in the state, where he discussed the political situation in Ebonyi and the South-East.
The minister argued that Ebonyi people should not consider themselves disadvantaged or treated as second-class citizens within the South-East, stressing the need for the state to protect its political interests.
According to him, the people of Ebonyi have contributed significantly to the development of the South-East and should have a strong voice in decisions affecting the region.
Umahi, who is a member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), urged the people of the state to examine the records and political positions of candidates ahead of the 2027 presidential election.
He specifically opposed support for Obi, a former Anambra State governor and Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 election.
The minister’s comments come amid continuing political discussions over the possibility of Obi seeking the presidency again in 2027 and efforts by different political groups to build support across the South-East.
Umahi also highlighted the Federal Government’s infrastructure projects in Ebonyi and other parts of the South-East, arguing that such projects should be considered when voters assess the performance of the current administration.
He urged residents to remain engaged in the political process and make decisions based on what they believe will advance the interests of Ebonyi State.
The minister’s position is part of the wider political debate ahead of the 2027 elections, with political parties and aspirants already seeking support across different regions of the country.
Obi has not been quoted in the Leadership report as responding to Umahi’s latest remarks.
The 2027 presidential contest is expected to generate further debate in the South-East, where questions around regional representation, political alliances and the interests of individual states are likely to remain prominent.
As political activities intensify, voters across Ebonyi and other states will ultimately make their choices during the election based on the candidates and issues presented to them.
