₦airaland Forum

kunle4toyeyaho:
Umahi or Soludo are my choices for southeast presidency

Tinubumustgo:
Let umahi try it.

The "Igbo" will use him to show other tribes how to treat an unworthy brothers when they work for the "enemy" against the interests of the entire south east.

doncartel:
He will pocket like 500 billion from the Lagos-Calabar highway so he’s now feeling like superman. Jonathan had the same money in 2015 but still lost the election. Only Obi we know.

mohims:
But he is right. He has even thrown an open debate for anyone who thinks otherwise. In terms of performance as a Governor, he performed far better than your Peter Obi. Peter Obi was a collosal failure as a Governor. A Governor who didn't build a single school during his 8 years as Governor instead he built a brewery, that one na Governor? Obi left a debt of over 175 Billion for his successor. Poverty multiplied in Anambra during Obi's time as Governor. He was alleged to have a hand in the killing of over 1000 youths found in the Ezu river. Even Mazi Nnamdi Kanu called him out over the killings and even went as far as labelling Peter Obi a murderer. In terms of road construction in Anambra state, there was little of nothing to show during Obi's time as Governor. This is the same person who claims he can solve Nigeria's problems within 2 years. What a joke! Please fact check me on everything I mentioned about Peter Obi. Don't let sentiments cloud your sense of judgement. Obi has absolutely nothing to offer. He will NEVER rule this country called Nigeria. Know this and have peace!

Bimow:
This is simple Truth!
David Umahi performed better than any SE governors in Ebonyi State.

mohims:
But he is right. He has even thrown an open debate for anyone who thinks otherwise. In terms of performance as a Governor, he performed far better than your Peter Obi. Peter Obi was a collosal failure as a Governor. A Governor who didn't build a single school during his 8 years as Governor instead he built a brewery, that one na Governor? Obi left a debt of over 175 Billion for his successor. Poverty multiplied in Anambra during Obi's time as Governor. He was alleged to have a hand in the killing of over 1000 youths found in the Ezu river. Even Mazi Nnamdi Kanu called him out over the killings and even went as far as labelling Peter Obi a murderer. In terms of road construction in Anambra state, there was little of nothing to show during Obi's time as Governor. This is the same person who claims he can solve Nigeria's problems within 2 years. What a joke! Please fact check me on everything I mentioned about Peter Obi. Don't let sentiments cloud your sense of judgement. Obi has absolutely nothing to offer. He will NEVER rule this country called Nigeria. Know this and have peace!

naptu2:
"I should be the front runner when presidency comes to the South-East, not Peter Obi" - Dave Umahi

The Federal Government's information managers were touring the South-East to highlight the Federal Government's projects in the region. Engineer Dave Umahi made this statement during the tour and he was standing with the Minister of Information, Mohammed Idris, when he made the statement.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i43hP8w8vaI?si=36HNxMaHv_LoTiKl


Transcript

Betanaija42moro:
Delusional thinking. They did not support Peter Obi, it's you that they will now support.

What about Rochas and Orji Uzor? They all did more than you are doing now.

fnep2smooth:
As a devoted supporter of Peter Obi and the ideals he represents for Nigeria's future, I have a strong reaction to Dave Umahi's recent statements about Southeast governors supporting President Tinubu's re-election. Let me break this down with clarity and evidence:

1. The Myth of "Unanimous Support" in Southeast
Umahi claims "all five governors" back Tinubu, but this ignores critical realities:
• Partisan Divide: Three Southeast governors aren't from the APC (Enugu-PDP, Anambra-APGA, Abia-LP). Their parties haven't endorsed Tinubu, making Umahi's declaration presumptuous .
• Grassroots Disconnect: Obi won the Southeast decisively in 2023. Governors' political maneuvering doesn't reflect the people's will—evident in Obi's continued mass rallies despite government restrictions .
• Intimidation Tactics: APC governors like those in Edo and Benue have banned Obi from visiting, fearing his influence. This contradicts Umahi's "100% support" narrative .

2. Tinubu's "Favor" to Southeast: Reality vs. Rhetoric
Umahi boasts of Tinubu's infrastructure projects, but scrutiny exposes imbalances:
• Neglected Priorities: Critical Southeast projects like the Enugu-Onitsha Expressway and Port Harcourt-Enugu rail are *decades* overdue. Completing them isn't generosity—it's basic governance .
• Regional Disparity: The ₦15 trillion Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway (toll-ready by December 2025) benefits Southwest/South-South disproportionately. Meanwhile, Southeast remains underserved .
• Appointment Tokenism: Tinubu naming Umahi Works Minister (first SE appointee) is a tactical move, not transformative inclusion. The Southeast still lacks key national security/economic roles .

3. Obi's Unmatched Cross-Regional Appeal
Umahi urges Igbos to "support other regions" for future presidency, ignoring Obi's proven viability:
• 2023 Proof: Obi outperformed Tinubu in *12 states*, including Northern strongholds like Nasarawa and Southern hubs like Edo. His appeal transcends ethnicity .
• Threat to Tinubu: APC fears Obi because he splits Tinubu's Southern base. In 2027, Obi could dominate the Southeast/South-South and erode Tinubu's Northern votes—forcing reliance on rigging .
• Ethical Contrast: While Umahi brags "God used me," Obi's pledge for a *single term* prioritizes national healing over power retention—a stance even activists endorse .

4. The Fatal Flaw in Umahi's "Re-engagement" Theory
His call to "support other regions" for Igbo presidency is dangerously naive:
• History Lessons: Jonathan (South) was denied a second term despite zoning norms. Power isn't "given"; it's earned through principled resistance .
• Obi's Strategy: Building a multi-ethnic movement—like his Sokoto/Lagos campaign teams—is how Igbos gain presidency. Not through subservience to failing incumbents .
• Tinubu's Vulnerability: With Northern discontent rising (Kwankwaso attacking him) and economic turmoil, 2027 is winnable for Obi. Surrendering now betrays generations .

Conclusion: Obi’s Path vs. Umahi’s Subservience
Umahi’s speech reveals a troubling shift: from governor to Tinubu’s apologist. His "performance" boasts (e.g., Ebonyi roads) pale against Obi’s Anambra legacy—cleared pensions, education reform, and fiscal prudence without fanfare. True Igbo leadership isn’t begging for scraps at Tinubu’s table; it’s uniting Nigerians under a vision of justice and competence. Obi embodies this. When Umahi claims "we can’t get presidency by sentiments," he mistakes principle for naiveté. Obi’s 6.1 million votes prove otherwise—and in 2027, we’ll prove it again.

"Leadership isn’t about self—it’s about the people." – Dave Umahi .
We agree. That’s why Peter Obi fights.

mohims:
But he is right. He has even thrown an open debate for anyone who thinks otherwise. In terms of performance as a Governor, he performed far better than your Peter Obi. Peter Obi was a collosal failure as a Governor. A Governor who didn't build a single school during his 8 years as Governor instead he built a brewery, that one na Governor? Obi left a debt of over 175 Billion for his successor. Poverty multiplied in Anambra during Obi's time as Governor. He was alleged to have a hand in the killing of over 1000 youths found in the Ezu river. Even Mazi Nnamdi Kanu called him out over the killings and even went as far as labelling Peter Obi a murderer. In terms of road construction in Anambra state, there was little of nothing to show during Obi's time as Governor. This is the same person who claims he can solve Nigeria's problems within 2 years. What a joke! Please fact check me on everything I mentioned about Peter Obi. Don't let sentiments cloud your sense of judgement. Obi has absolutely nothing to offer. He will NEVER rule this country called Nigeria. Know this and have peace!

Ofemannnu:
You can take this to the bank.
Umahi or Soludo will floor Obi anytime.
SW,North,SS and SE will vote for them especially Umahi. If SW and North vote for Umahi,he is already the president and so it will be.
Obi rode on religious sentiments which was rife in 2023, to garner 6 million votes.In 2027,he won't get more than 3 million and some crumbs.

stuffs2002:
Dave Umahi has a national appeal and not the Obi wey dey lie upandan

mohims:
But he is right. He has even thrown an open debate for anyone who thinks otherwise. In terms of performance as a Governor, he performed far better than your Peter Obi. Peter Obi was a collosal failure as a Governor. A Governor who didn't build a single school during his 8 years as Governor instead he built a brewery, that one na Governor? Obi left a debt of over 175 Billion for his successor. Poverty multiplied in Anambra during Obi's time as Governor. He was alleged to have a hand in the killing of over 1000 youths found in the Ezu river. Even Mazi Nnamdi Kanu called him out over the killings and even went as far as labelling Peter Obi a murderer. In terms of road construction in Anambra state, there was little of nothing to show during Obi's time as Governor. This is the same person who claims he can solve Nigeria's problems within 2 years. What a joke! Please fact check me on everything I mentioned about Peter Obi. Don't let sentiments cloud your sense of judgement. Obi has absolutely nothing to offer. He will NEVER rule this country called Nigeria. Know this and have peace!

KosiGee:
By 2039, the likes of Umahi, Soludo and possibly Mbah when he joins loudmouth and obnoxious Umahi would be relegated like Rochas Okorocha.

Let’s wait and see. All you people hailing them would reject and brand them IPOB when the time comes.

fnep2smooth:
As a devoted supporter of Peter Obi and the ideals he represents for Nigeria's future, I have a strong reaction to Dave Umahi's recent statements about Southeast governors supporting President Tinubu's re-election. Let me break this down with clarity and evidence:

1. The Myth of "Unanimous Support" in Southeast
Umahi claims "all five governors" back Tinubu, but this ignores critical realities:
• Partisan Divide: Three Southeast governors aren't from the APC (Enugu-PDP, Anambra-APGA, Abia-LP). Their parties haven't endorsed Tinubu, making Umahi's declaration presumptuous .
• Grassroots Disconnect: Obi won the Southeast decisively in 2023. Governors' political maneuvering doesn't reflect the people's will—evident in Obi's continued mass rallies despite government restrictions .
• Intimidation Tactics: APC governors like those in Edo and Benue have banned Obi from visiting, fearing his influence. This contradicts Umahi's "100% support" narrative .

2. Tinubu's "Favor" to Southeast: Reality vs. Rhetoric
Umahi boasts of Tinubu's infrastructure projects, but scrutiny exposes imbalances:
• Neglected Priorities: Critical Southeast projects like the Enugu-Onitsha Expressway and Port Harcourt-Enugu rail are *decades* overdue. Completing them isn't generosity—it's basic governance .
• Regional Disparity: The ₦15 trillion Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway (toll-ready by December 2025) benefits Southwest/South-South disproportionately. Meanwhile, Southeast remains underserved .
• Appointment Tokenism: Tinubu naming Umahi Works Minister (first SE appointee) is a tactical move, not transformative inclusion. The Southeast still lacks key national security/economic roles .

3. Obi's Unmatched Cross-Regional Appeal
Umahi urges Igbos to "support other regions" for future presidency, ignoring Obi's proven viability:
• 2023 Proof: Obi outperformed Tinubu in *12 states*, including Northern strongholds like Nasarawa and Southern hubs like Edo. His appeal transcends ethnicity .
• Threat to Tinubu: APC fears Obi because he splits Tinubu's Southern base. In 2027, Obi could dominate the Southeast/South-South and erode Tinubu's Northern votes—forcing reliance on rigging .
• Ethical Contrast: While Umahi brags "God used me," Obi's pledge for a *single term* prioritizes national healing over power retention—a stance even activists endorse .

4. The Fatal Flaw in Umahi's "Re-engagement" Theory
His call to "support other regions" for Igbo presidency is dangerously naive:
• History Lessons: Jonathan (South) was denied a second term despite zoning norms. Power isn't "given"; it's earned through principled resistance .
• Obi's Strategy: Building a multi-ethnic movement—like his Sokoto/Lagos campaign teams—is how Igbos gain presidency. Not through subservience to failing incumbents .
• Tinubu's Vulnerability: With Northern discontent rising (Kwankwaso attacking him) and economic turmoil, 2027 is winnable for Obi. Surrendering now betrays generations .

Conclusion: Obi’s Path vs. Umahi’s Subservience
Umahi’s speech reveals a troubling shift: from governor to Tinubu’s apologist. His "performance" boasts (e.g., Ebonyi roads) pale against Obi’s Anambra legacy—cleared pensions, education reform, and fiscal prudence without fanfare. True Igbo leadership isn’t begging for scraps at Tinubu’s table; it’s uniting Nigerians under a vision of justice and competence. Obi embodies this. When Umahi claims "we can’t get presidency by sentiments," he mistakes principle for naiveté. Obi’s 6.1 million votes prove otherwise—and in 2027, we’ll prove it again.

"Leadership isn’t about self—it’s about the people." – Dave Umahi .
We agree. That’s why Peter Obi fights.

OredoPikin2:
Lolz
He didn't build a single school
Yet provided 750 buses to secondary schools
Provided 35000 laptops and desktop computers to secondary schools
Provided power plants and renovated all the schools in anambra with modern library and laboratories
His reform in education is the reason anambra is the best in education in Nigeria today.
He built teaching hospitals and schools of nursing
But everyday u come online to lie to yourselves thinking u are doing anyone or hoping to achieve a point.
How can u leave dilapidated schools and start erecting new ones
Who does that?
Make dey try comment with sense cos the people reading ur comments are not goats.
Obi is the best governor amy Nigeria state has ever produced.
U know it
The people u support knows it
But lets all self deceive ourselves

mohims:
But he is right. He has even thrown an open debate for anyone who thinks otherwise. In terms of performance as a Governor, he performed far better than your Peter Obi. Peter Obi was a collosal failure as a Governor. A Governor who didn't build a single school during his 8 years as Governor instead he built a brewery, that one na Governor? Obi left a debt of over 175 Billion for his successor. Poverty multiplied in Anambra during Obi's time as Governor. He was alleged to have a hand in the killing of over 1000 youths found in the Ezu river. Even Mazi Nnamdi Kanu called him out over the killings and even went as far as labelling Peter Obi a murderer. In terms of road construction in Anambra state, there was little of nothing to show during Obi's time as Governor. This is the same person who claims he can solve Nigeria's problems within 2 years. What a joke! Please fact check me on everything I mentioned about Peter Obi. Don't let sentiments cloud your sense of judgement. Obi has absolutely nothing to offer. He will NEVER rule this country called Nigeria. Know this and have peace!

doncartel:
He will pocket like 500 billion from the Lagos-Calabar highway so he’s now feeling like superman. Jonathan had the same money in 2015 but still lost the election. Only Obi we know.

Betanaija42moro:
Delusional thinking. They did not support Peter Obi, it's you that they will now support.

What about Rochas and Orji Uzor? They all did more than you are doing now.

Walai:
We currently renovated a three bedroom bungalow where a Chinese man moved in with his family to run a factory business. Does it mean Nigeria is better than China?

Believeintruth:
Which national appeal? Oga stop living in LaLa land.