The Digest:
Works Minister David Umahi has publicly challenged Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde. According to reports from Vanguard, Umahi, during a project inspection in Nasarawa State, asserted his seniority in both engineering and governance, responding to critiques about federal road project costs and drawing a firm line on technical expertise.
Key Points:
- Minister Umahi reacted to Governor Makinde's comments on the perceived high cost of federal road projects.
- He asserted he is Makinde's "senior in engineering and governance," demanding respect.
- Umahi defended project cost variations, citing materials and contingencies as key factors.
- He challenged the governor's understanding of "cost per kilometer" in road construction.
- Umahi described Makinde's engineering background as "electrical electronics," stating, "road construction... no reach there."
- He invited Makinde to a public debate on the issue if he refused to withdraw his criticisms.
- The minister also discussed plans with Nasarawa State to clear roadside shanties and ease traffic on the Keffi-Abuja road.
Sources: Vanguard
