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Activist Aisha Yesufu has confronted the Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, following his altercation with Arise Television’s anchor, Rufai Oseni, regarding the costs associated with certain sections of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway.
Yesufu stated that Umahi believes he is still in Ebonyi State, where he is seen as a local champion.
The confrontation began during a live interview on Arise Television when Rufai accused Umahi of reporting him to President Bola Tinubu for inquiring about the cost per kilometer of the coastal highway.
Fuming over the remark, Umahi retorted that Rufai was too insignificant to be reported to the President.
During the heated exchange that followed, Rufai told the minister to be quiet, asserting that he possessed empirical facts regarding the project.
Umahi, unwilling to let Rufai’s comment go unchallenged, claimed that the anchor was displaying ignorance by posing unnecessary questions.
Responding to the incident in a post on X, Yesufu stated: “There is an average cost. He didn’t need to provide a specific figure.
“It is clear that some kilometers may cost more than others, but he could have offered an approximate figure.
“Indeed, Dave Umahi still believes he is in Ebonyi State, where he was a local champion.”
Frequently Asked Questions
What sparked the confrontation between Aisha Yesufu and Dave Umahi?
The confrontation was sparked by Umahi's response to Rufai Oseni's inquiry about the cost per kilometer of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway during a live interview on Arise Television.
What did Aisha Yesufu say about Umahi's comments?
Yesufu criticized Umahi for not providing an approximate figure for the highway costs, suggesting that he still perceives himself as a local champion in Ebonyi State.
