Call off February 4th protests – Ohanaeze faction tells students’ groups

Ohanaeze Ndigbo has urged different Associations of Nigerian students to call-off their planned February 4th protests against the Minister of Works, David Umahi, and channel their energies to productive dialogue that will foster growth and development.

The appeal was made to the leaderships of the National Association of Polytechnic students(NAPS), the National Association of Nigerian colleges of Education students(NANCES), and the National Association of Nigerian University Students(NAUS).

This was contained in a statement issued on Friday by the factional Deputy- President-General of Ohaneze, Mazi Okechukwu Isiguzoro and Chinyereze Ohia, National Spokesperson and made available to journalists.

Ohanaeze said this serves as a definitive and resolute warning to the students’ groups to refrain from becoming political instruments wielded by adversaries of President Bola  Tinubu.

The pan lgbo Organisation stated that these political machinations aim to discredit the Minister of Works, Senator David Umahi, through a facade of claims relating to inadequate road conditions across Nigeria.

According to Ohanaeze, “reports of poor road conditions must be contextualized; the roads in question are not neglected but are, in fact, actively undergoing construction as part of the government’s robust development agenda.”

“For illustrative clarity, let us shed light on key projects currently underway. The Enugu-Onitsha Expressway, of paramount importance to Ndigbo and Nigerians, is on track for completion by April 2026, as verified by the Minister of Works.

“Additionally, the notorious East-West Expressway sat dormant for eight long years, a victim of neglect until President Tinubu’s administration designated Umahi to revitalize and prioritize it. This strategic decision has rekindled interest in its completion, a progress that Minister Umahi is personally monitoring.

“Likewise, the Abuja-Lokoja-Okene Expressway remains a focal point for the Ministry, and significant efforts are being expended to ensure its timely and quality completion.

“Your academic pursuits and integrity ought to transcend the transient allure of politically motivated protests aimed at tarnishing the reputation of a Minister who has consistently demonstrated exemplary performance.

Ohanaeze Ndigbo implored the organizations to reconsider their strategies in the true spirit of Aluta, and advocate for dialogue over sponsored protests.

Call off February 4th protests – Ohanaeze faction tells students’ groups