Umahi was speaking at a rally attended by President Tinubu, Vice President Shettima, and other APC members.
By Kehinde Okeowo
A mild drama at the All Progressives Congress (APC) campaign rally in Kaduna State on Saturday has sent tongues wagging online.
At the rally—attended by President Bola Tinubu, the First Lady Oluremi Tinubu, Vice President Kashim Shettima and his wife, alongside other party leaders—the microphone was taken away from the Minister of Works, Dave Umahi.
In a video making the rounds online, while addressing President Tinubu and other party leaders, the minister stated: “With all humility, our dear President, our dear President and father, I request that you come over here to officially commission this very important route.”
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However, before Umahi could finish his remarks, the microphone was snatched from him, cutting short his speech.
The saga has elicited mixed reactions among Nigerians. While some blamed the Minister for what transpired, others condemned the level of impunity.
A netizen on X identified as Frank Opara wrote: “Na Azeez, an Ordinary SA, wan collect mic from Umahi, lol. David Umahi, see your life.”
Another netizen, Raymond, said: “This Dave Umahi na beer parlour man. See how they are dragging mic from him.”
