Dave Umahi
Dave Umahi is a Nigerian politician and the current Minister of Works, known for his commitment to infrastructure development in Nigeria. He previously served as the Governor of Ebonyi State from 2015 to 2021, where he focused on improving road networks, healthcare, and education. At the recent inauguration of the Ekpoma-Auchi-Okpella-Okene-Ajaokuta Expressway, Umahi represented President Bola Tinubu and emphasized the significance of the project in enhancing socio-economic activities in Edo and Kogi States.
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Dave Umahi is the Minister who supervised the construction and equipping of the CCTV Surveillance Centre.
Lagos Police Launch CCTV Center for Crime Prevention
Nigeria· 2026-01-18
Dave Umahi is the Minister of Works who flagged off the reconstruction of the Sagamu-Ijebu Ode Expressway.
Sagamu-Ijebu Ode Road Repairs Cause Motorist FrustrationNigeria· 2025-08-29
Minister of Works, Senator Dave Umahi, stated that the Federal Government is open to negotiating the release of Nnamdi Kanu.
FG Open to Negotiation, Says UmahiNigeria· 2025-07-05
Sen. Dave Umahi disclosed the eagerness of financial institutions to participate in the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway project.
Lagos-Calabar Highway Funding Secured: UmahiNigeria· 2025-07-05Dave Umahi, the Minister of Works, urged the South East to support President Bola Tinubu during a visit to Governor Alex Otti.
Umahi Urges South East to Support TinubuNigeria· 2025-06-20
The Minister of Works, Sen. Dave Umahi, disclosed this on Thursday during a meeting with Gov. Alex Otti.
Sections to Open by Year-EndNigeria· 2025-06-20Dave Umahi is the Minister of Works.
SGF, firm partner to recognise excellence in public serviceNigeria· 2025-06-03
The event was attended by Works Minister Dave Umahi.
Don’t choose kneeling loyalists as successors, Akpabio warns govsNigeria· 2025-05-31
Wike's assignments are far smaller than that of Minister Dave Umahi, yet Umahi is described as humble.
'Now we know Wike has boss', Dele Momodu hails Tinubu for stopping Abuja property sealingNigeria· 2025-05-27
Dave Umahi is a hands-on head at the Ministry of Works.
Tinubu ministers’ mid-term scorecardNigeria· 2025-05-25
Minister of Works, Senator Dave Umahi, has urged former governor Peter Obi and other regional opposition figures to join the pro-Tinubu coalition.
Join us, work with Tinubu, Umahi woos Peter Obi, othersNigeria· 2025-05-20
Among the dignitaries at the event were Minister of Works, Dave Umahi.
Tinubu bags chieftaincy title in AnambraNigeria· 2025-05-08
The Minister of Works, Sen. Dave Umahi, mandated that any bridge closure must be widely publicised.
FG closes Lagos bridge for repairs April 27Nigeria· 2025-04-22
Dave Umahi has denied owing a businesswoman, Tracynither Ohiri, N200 million for promotional materials she supplied during his 2014 governorship campaign.
The Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, has denied owing a businesswoman, Tracynither Ohiri, N200 million for promotional materials she supplied during his 2014 governorship campaign.Nigeria· 2025-04-04
Dave Umahi is the Minister of Works who expressed displeasure with the closure of the bridge and stated he was not informed before the decision was made.
Lagos commuters groan as Independence Bridge closure bites hardNigeria· 2025-04-04
The Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, has directed the immediate reopening of the Independence Bridge located on Victoria Island, Lagos.
Umahi orders opening of Independence bridge after Lagos traffic chaosNigeria· 2025-04-02Dave Umahi is the Minister of Works who represented President Tinubu at Nwosu's funeral.
Humphrey Nwosu buried in Anambra as Soludo vows to pursue recognitionNigeria· 2025-03-28
Minister Dave Umahi commended Governor Soludo, but his praise was described as hollow and politically motivated.
Anambra APC scores Soludo low, dismisses Umahi’s commendationNigeria· 2025-03-28
Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, said payments for the project would be tied to work progress.
FG begins construction of Second Niger Bridge phase 2B access roadNigeria· 2025-03-25
Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, commended the visionary leadership of Okpebholo.
Tinubu unveil 125km Benin-Asaba HighwayNigeria· 2025-03-23
The Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, says tolling will be introduced once Phase I is completed to generate revenue for maintenance.
Don’t toll Lagos-Ibadan ExpresswayNigeria· 2025-03-18
The Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, recently threatened to revoke one of the contracts in the South-East.
Where are the tax credit roads?Nigeria· 2025-03-03
Dave Umahi is the Minister of Works who spoke about the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway Project.
FG signs deal to attract foreign investments – Punch NewspapersNigeria· 2025-02-26
Minister Dave Umahi represented President Tinubu at the event and assured that the road will last over 50 years.
Tinubu unveils road dualisation in EdoNigeria· 2025-02-19
