Umahi Says Tinubu Told Him to Focus on Roads Amid Calls for His Sack

Works Minister David Umahi says President Bola Tinubu told him to stay focused on road construction despite calls for his suspension or removal over the death of Mary Habila, a staff member attached to him. Habila died at Umahi’s private residence in June, prompting public reactions and demands for an investigation. Some opposition figures and social media users had urged the President to suspend the minister pending the outcome. Speaking in a video, Umahi accused critics of politicising the death. He said his position would not be determined by social media pressure and added that the President’s response was: “Dave, go and build more roads.” Umahi gave no update on the investigation, while authorities have yet to publicly announce its final outcome.

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