2027: Gov. Nwifuru's Predecessor Endorses him for a Second Term
Governor Francis Nwifuru of Ebonyi state has received endorsement for a second term in 2027 from his predecessor and now Nigeria's federal Minister of Works, Senator David Umahi.
Umahi gave the endorsement Friday when he paid the Governor a New year homage in his home, Oferekpe Agbaja in Izzi local government area of the state.
He performed the homage accompanied by former Executive Council Members who served under his administration.
The Minister expressed confidence in the performance of Governor Nwifuru, describing him as a man of integrity.
Umahi chronicled his journey with the Governor together as the Speaker of the House of Assembly during his tenure and commended his hard work, dedication and forthrightness, adding that Governor Nwifuru was instrumental to his achievements.
Umahi said: ""We came today to pay homage to our Governor in whom I find no fault".
"For me, we started this journey before I became a governor several years ago.
"We passed through difficult times, and throughout our stay in office, I never gave you one kobo.
"I found you on the alter of hard work, dedication , diligence and integrity.
"I had declared what God said I should declare: that your tenure is for 8years, and I am saying it here in the land of Izzi, your home.
"And I want to let you know that because of your goodwill and achievements, your re-election will be funded by friends and associates.
"You will not put one kobo
"You have done very well, and there is no legacy we achieved in Ebonyi State that you were not part of.
I declare openly once again that your 8 years is unstoppable."
The Minister further urged Ebonyi people to always pray for, and support President Bola Tinubu who he said has initiated many projects in the state.
Responding, Governor Nwifuru assured that no amount of gossip and blackmail from detractors would be able to bring resentment between him and his predecessor.
He applauded the former governor for his statesmanship in helping to achieve the vision of the state, assuring that he is working assiduously to consolidate on the democratic gains already achieved by his predecessor.
"I sincerely want to thank the former Governor of our dear state, Engr David Umahi.
"He has been supporting us and helping us achieve our Programmes, and we will continue to deliver from where he stopped", Governor Nwifuru assured.
It is believed that the outcome of this visit by the former Governor will surely bring to an end some speculations about brewing disagreement between the Governor and his predecessor.