The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Prof. Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda, has described the Minister of Works, Senator Engr. David Nweze Umahi, as President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's "signature boy" in recognition of his performance in the delivery of road infrastructure across the country.
Yilwatda made the remark on Thursday during the flag-off of the rehabilitation of the Babban Lamba–Sharam (Phase II) Road in Kanke Local Government Area of Plateau State, where Umahi was conferred with the prestigious traditional title of Ngorot Ngasmwa (Lover of Ngas) by the Pankshin and Kanke Joint Traditional Rulers Council.
The traditional title was bestowed on the Minister by the Chairman of the Pankshin and Kanke Joint Traditional Rulers Council and Ngolong Ngas, HRH Nde Jika Golit, in recognition of his contributions to infrastructure development and his role in facilitating the road project under the Federal Government's Renewed Hope Agenda.
While conferring the honour, the monarch described Umahi as a trusted friend of the Ngas people and formally welcomed him into the Ngas nation.
"You come to Ngasland not as a stranger, but as an honoured ally. In appreciation of your role in flagging off this landmark project, I confer on you the prestigious traditional title of Ngorot Ngasmwa (Lover of Ngas)," the royal father declared.
He added that the Minister had become a son of the Ngas people, joking that the APC National Chairman, who is also from Kanke Local Government Area, would teach him the Ngas language.
In his remarks, Yilwatda praised Umahi's achievements as Minister of Works, describing him as a hardworking leader whose performance had justified the confidence reposed in him by President Tinubu.
"My brother, my friend, the workaholic Minister, the man who has made a clear difference in infrastructure transformation in Nigeria, you are constructing thousands of roads across the country. It has never happened before. You are the signature boy of Mr. President," he said.
The APC chairman also commended the President for appointing Umahi as the first Minister of Works from the South-East, noting that the Minister had proven the appointment was well deserved through his performance.
Governor Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang of Plateau State also lauded the Works Minister, describing him as one of the brightest stars in the Tinubu administration.
He said the Babban Lamba–Sharam Road project would boost economic activities, improve connectivity and open up new opportunities for communities in the area.
"This road is not just a road; it is an opening of opportunities. It will enhance networking and serve as a transit route to greater possibilities," the governor said.
Mutfwang thanked President Tinubu for approving the rehabilitation project and reaffirmed his state's support for the President's administration.
Also speaking, former Plateau State governor and Senator representing Plateau South, Simon Bako Lalong, commended the Federal Government for introducing concrete pavement technology on major highways.
Describing Umahi as "Mr. Magic,"
Lalong said the Minister had transformed Nigeria's road infrastructure through innovative engineering solutions and effective project delivery.
Responding to the honour, Umahi expressed gratitude to the traditional rulers for the recognition, describing it as a privilege he would cherish.
He also commended the APC National Chairman, describing him as an energetic and divinely inspired leader who would work tirelessly for the success of President Tinubu's administration ahead of the 2027 general election.
"I thank you for the honour done to me. Your son, now my brother, is very energetic and divine. He is a man who will deliver Mr. President in 2027. Thank you once again," the Minister said.
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