Minister of Works David Umahi has criticized those who insult President Bola Ahmed Tinubu over the country's security challenges, emphasizing that insecurity did not begin under the current administration.
Speaking during a town hall meeting organized by the Gombe State Government after the unveiling of the proposed Gombe Super Highway project, Umahi condemned attempts by some politicians to use insecurity as a political tool, especially ahead of elections.
“When people talk about insecurity, especially extreme politicians, and insult the President as if insecurity just started within the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, it is very unfortunate,” Umahi stated.
The minister stressed that security is a collective responsibility and should not be politicized. “Security is the job of everyone. Security should not be politicised. Why is it that anytime we are approaching elections, there is heightened insecurity? It is very unfair. Anyone who takes the life of another person under any guise, God is watching.”
Umahi added, “If anyone has a hand in insecurity because the person wants power, God will resist such a person. We stand with the President, we pray for him, and this phase will pass. We will overcome.”
He also prayed for the safe return of individuals recently abducted across the country.
