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Nigeria’s Minister of Works and former Governor of Ebonyi State, Engr. David Umahi, has praised President Bola Tinubu for promoting what he termed a remarkable level of interfaith understanding and national unity.
Speaking during the 2025 Sallah gathering organized for the Muslim community in Ebonyi State on Sunday evening, Umahi commended the current administration’s inclusive approach to religion and ethnicity, which he said has achieved a commendable standard.
“The relationship between faiths in Nigeria is much better now. It surprised many Christians when the President led a Nigerian delegation to the Pope’s inauguration. That was very unique and historic,” Umahi said, describing the gesture as a symbol of genuine respect for all faiths.
Stressing that love forms the cornerstone of every religion, Umahi encouraged citizens to emphasize shared values rather than divisions.
“We all serve one God in different ways. Both Muslims and Christians preach love and the fear of God,” he stated.
Addressing earlier concerns about the religious composition of the presidential ticket, Umahi noted that the makeup of federal appointments now reflects inclusivity and balance.
“Christians currently hold about 62% of appointments under President Tinubu, while Muslims hold about 38%. That shows national cohesion in practice,” he explained.
He also acknowledged the growing spirit of religious cooperation in the Southeast, citing the involvement of Christian leaders in Muslim celebrations. Though the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) received late notice about the event, several Christian figures, including Southeast CAN Chairman Rev. Fr. Abraham Nwali, participated to show support.
Shifting to infrastructure, the Minister credited Tinubu with reversing years of federal neglect in the Southeast. “Before now, many Southeast states had no federal projects. But today, the federal presence is visible across the region. That is true national integration,” Umahi said.
The Minister also appreciated the President for including Southeast representatives in prominent roles, such as his own appointment, as well as those of the Chief of Naval Staff and the Minister of Science and Technology. He described these appointments as meaningful efforts to re-establish the region’s place in the nation’s leadership structure.
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“We lost political ground in the past, but this government is bringing us back. It’s not yet perfect, but we are no longer left behind. We must acknowledge that and support the President,” Umahi urged.
He called on Southeasterners to reject narratives that promote division and instead embrace a more constructive relationship with the central government.
“The Southeast must count one before counting two. We need reintegration, not isolation. President Tinubu has started this process—we must not waste the opportunity,” he said.
Reiterating his support for President Tinubu, Umahi praised the President’s backing of the Ministry of Works, describing it as a sign of genuine and committed leadership.
“If you betray such a man, you betray God and Nigeria. I serve both God and the President with the fear of God,” he declared.
Muslim community figures in Ebonyi, including Sariki Danjuma Gambo and Salis Mohammed, echoed Umahi’s views, applauding the peaceful atmosphere and pledging their continued support for the President.
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