Umahi: Tinubu will defeat insecurity

Author: John AlechenuPublished on: June 5, 2026Country: Nigeria

Politics

Minister of Works David Umahi flagged off the Gombe–Biu Super Highway, part of a 700-km dualisation project, and expressed confidence that President Tinubu will defeat insecurity. He cautioned against politicising security, especially during elections, and assured that construction will start within 30 days.

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