Francis Nwifuru says God used Dave Umahi, the minister of works, to make him the governor of Ebonyi state.
Nwifuru, candidate of the All Progressive Congress (APC), won the governorship election in March 2023 to replace Umahi, the incumbent governor, at the time.
Speaking on Monday in Ebonyi during an empowerment programme organised by Nkemkanma Kama, a member representing the Ohaoazara/Onicha/Ivo federal constituency, the governor said he is the “greatest beneficiary” of Umahi’s government.
Nwifuru, who described Umahi as a goal-getter, added that the minister was also influential in his election as the speaker of the state house of assembly for eight years.
“God would have used another person to make me governor, but Umahi was the only person available to be used,” Nwifuru said.
“At the time God searched for a person to use in making me governor, Umahi made himself available.
“I performed the duty honestly, and that is why I am proud to have him as a boss.
“Umahi as a governor excelled in ensuring peace, infrastructure, and human capital development among other sectors.”
