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The Digest:
Osborn Umahi, son of Nigeria’s Minister of Works, David Umahi, has obtained nomination forms from the All Progressives Congress to contest the chairmanship of Ohaozara Local Government Area in Ebonyi State. The forms reportedly cost ₦30 million. Osborn, 27, pledged to focus on human capital development, infrastructure, security, and empowerment while building on his father’s political legacy. Primaries are scheduled for January 25, with the local government elections set for August 22.

Key Points:
  • The move reinforces political dynasty trends, where family succession shapes local governance structures.
  • The ₦30 million fee far exceeds the total four-year salary of a council chairman, raising concerns about financial barriers to political participation.
  • It may fuel public perception of elite capture and nepotism within party nomination processes.
  • The race tests the acceptance of political inheritance among Ebonyi voters and party delegates.
  • High nomination costs could discourage grassroots aspirants, limiting political competition and representation.

The upcoming primaries will indicate whether party delegates endorse this continuation of the Umahi political brand amid broader debates about access and equity in politics.

Sources: X (formerly Twitter), Arise TV