David Umahi, Minister of Works, has intervened in a political disagreement between Senator Ken Eze and National Assembly aspirant Christian Nwali, known as C Sagas, following a viral video from April 24, 2026. The incident occurred during the burial of Chief Peter Orogwu, alias BabyOku, in Ebonyi State. The disagreement, tied to succession politics in Ebonyi Central senatorial district, sparked online debate over zoning arrangements. Umahi convened a reconciliation meeting on April 26 with both parties, urging restraint and unity.
In a statement issued by his Senior Special Assistant on Media, Francis Nwaze, Umahi described the conflict as unnecessary and preventable. He stated that Senator Eze and C Sagas are both "my product," but their supporters are creating tension over a matter not within their control. Umahi affirmed a prior agreement that the senatorial seat would rotate to Ikwo Local Government Area after the current term. However, he emphasized that political dynamics can change and that individual ambitions must not override party discipline.
Umahi advised 10 representatives each from Ezza and Ikwo to meet Governor Francis Nwifuru for a mediated resolution. He stressed that only the governor and clan leaders have the authority to decide the matter. He also linked political cohesion to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's re-election, declaring Ebonyi's commitment to delivering 95% of votes for Tinubu. He credited the administration with unprecedented federal infrastructure projects in the state. Senator Eze thanked Umahi for his intervention, calling him a stabilizing father figure.
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