Umahi accuses Obi of starting their confrontation and faults his silence over supporters’ remarks about Jesus

Nigeria’s Works Minister David Umahi says Peter Obi initiated their public disagreement by criticising him at a construction site. He also faults the former Anambra governor for not condemning a supporter who reportedly said Obi would win an election even if Jesus ran, a remark Umahi called offensive to Christians. Umahi argues that Obi is not the best presidential candidate the South-East can produce and says anyone pursuing the region’s interests nationally should consult its governors and other influential leaders.