David Umahi
David Umahi is a Nigerian politician and civil engineer who currently serves as the Minister of Works in Nigeria. He has previously held the position of Governor of Ebonyi State and is known for his contributions to infrastructure development in the country. Recently, he has been in the news for expressing concerns over excessive speeding by motorists on the Third Mainland Bridge in Lagos, emphasizing the importance of safety and the potential need for regulatory measures to manage traffic effectively.
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David Umahi is the Minister of Works who has been linked to the circumstances surrounding Habila's death.
Legal Advice Deepens Umahi Aide Death Mystery
Nigeria· 2026-07-18
David Umahi is the Minister of Works who was associated with Mary Habila and has urged the family to allow an autopsy.
Family defends dead nurse, demands body releaseNigeria· 2026-07-17
David Umahi is the Minister of Works who stated that no foul play was involved in Mary Habila's death.
Mary Habila's Father Explains Why Family Rejects AutopsyNigeria· 2026-07-17
The Minister of Works, David Umahi, announced the approvals as another milestone in the Federal Government’s infrastructure renewal programme.
Tinubu approves Lagos-Ibadan road, legacy highway expansionNigeria· 2026-07-17
Minister of Works, David Umahi, announced the development on Thursday during a media briefing in Abuja.
Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway Renamed After TinubuNigeria· 2026-07-17
David Umahi is the Minister of Works who demanded an autopsy following the death of a nurse found at his residence.
Umahi, Police Demand Autopsy Amid Family BidNigeria· 2026-07-17
David Umahi is the Minister of Works who addressed the media regarding the death of his aide, Mary Habila.
Umahi Breaks Silence on Mary Habila's Death, Denies Foul PlaNigeria· 2026-07-16Minister of Works David Umahi announced the presidential approvals for various infrastructure projects.
Tinubu Approves Lagos-Ibadan Expressway ReconstructionNigeria· 2026-07-16David Umahi is the Minister of Works under whom Mary Habila and her colleagues were on official assignment.
Mary Habila's final hours recounted by friendNigeria· 2026-07-16David Umahi is the Minister of Works who was involved in the circumstances surrounding Mary Habila's death.
Mary Habila's Father Rejects Autopsy, Wants Body for BurialNigeria· 2026-07-16The Minister of Works, David Umahi, said the projects were first awarded in 2021.
Tinubu Flags Off N137bn Borno Road Rehabilitation ProjectsNigeria· 2026-07-04
David Umahi is the Minister of Works addressed in the Freedom of Information request by HEDA.
HEDA Demands Disclosure on Lagos Coastal Highway LandNigeria· 2026-07-01
Minister of Works, David Umahi, disclosed this on Monday while briefing journalists after the Federal Executive Council meeting held at the Presidential Villa, Abuja.
Tinubu Approves N3.9tn Road Projects Across 15 StatesNigeria· 2026-06-30
Minister of Works, Senator David Umahi, stated this on Sunday while delivering a keynote address at the unveiling of the new corporate identity of Lafarge Africa.
Umahi Urges Manufacturers to Reduce CostsNigeria· 2026-06-22
David Umahi publicly admitted at a press briefing that he was still struggling to fully adapt to the new digital work processes and would require additional training.
Lokpobiri Seeks Digital Skills for Civil Service DigitalizatNigeria· 2025-12-24
David Umahi is the Minister of Works who assured that all outstanding payments will be cleared this December.
MDA Underfunding Hits N15tn Amid Rising Debt ServiceNigeria· 2025-12-24
David Umahi, the Minister of Works, announced that normal traffic flow has been restored to the Abuja–Lokoja Highway.
Normal traffic flow returns to Abuja–Lokoja expressway — UmahiNigeria· 2025-12-21
David Umahi is the Honourable Minister of Works who directed immediate dispatch of a team of engineers to the location of the damaged bridge.
Shagamu-Benin Bridge Repairs Begin: FG Promises Swift ActionNigeria· 2025-09-02
Mr President for given us Minister of Works, Sen. David Umahi, the first time in the history of Nigeria.
Ebonyi Youths Back Him for 2027Nigeria· 2025-07-06
David Umahi has ordered the immediate deployment of ministry officials and engineers to restore the road after flooding disrupted traffic.
Road Repairs Ordered After Tinubu's Visit BlockedNigeria· 2025-06-20
David Umahi's governance is described as cosmetic by Dr. Kingsley Agbor, who compares it unfavorably to hard-core governance.
Ready to Govern Ebonyi in 2027?Nigeria· 2025-06-18
David Umahi is the Minister of Works who defended the commissioning of the Eleme section of the East-West Road in Rivers State.
Umahi Defends Commissioning, Phase 1 CompletNigeria· 2025-06-13
The incumbent Works Minister, David Umahi, is wrangling over the cost to complete the highway with contractors, slowing down a process that should not take more than two or three years.
FG, Ogun Fail, Chaos ReignsNigeria· 2025-06-13
David Umahi described opposition elements championing a coalition against President Bola Tinubu as faceless and lacking credibility.
Tinubu Coalition Lacks Credibility, Says UmahiNigeria· 2025-06-10
David Umahi is the Works Minister who has not completed any roads despite being present at the event.
Tinubu's London Trip: Celebration or Scandal?Nigeria· 2025-06-08
Tinubu said he has directed the Minister of Works, David Umahi, to work more closely with the governors.
Tinubu pledges more infrastructure spending, defends legacy projectsNigeria· 2025-06-05
The Minister of Works, David Umahi, said the project was designed on a six-lane carriageway with a total corridor width of 60m.
Be patient with me, Tinubu begs NigeriansNigeria· 2025-05-31
David Umahi is the Works Minister represented by Bello Goronyo.
FG to prioritise emergency works on Benin–Sapele roadNigeria· 2025-05-15
Minister David Umahi expressed dissatisfaction with the slow pace of work on the Calabar-Itu highway.
Concerns as Calabar-Itu highway crumbles under decade-long abandonmentNigeria· 2025-05-10
David Umahi is the Minister of Works who stated that the Lagos-Calabar Highway would be completed by January 2026.
Tinubu’s eight years of misery, famine and blood?Nigeria· 2025-05-04
