Minister of Works, David Umahi, has criticised Nigerians who frequently boast about their wealth, urging them to focus on their achievements and contributions to society rather than making public displays of their financial status.
Speaking during a recent engagement, Umahi expressed concern over what he described as a growing culture of excessive noise-making and bragging about money.
The minister questioned the habit of constantly declaring one’s financial strength, arguing that genuine wealth should be reflected in people’s accomplishments and the positive impact they have made in the lives of others.
He said, “We have become very noise-making. Every time, money na water. How much do you have? Have you ever seen that water that I have money? Have you ever seen children that say I have money, or say I have money, or poor?”
Umahi further maintained that financial success should be demonstrated through meaningful actions, particularly by helping the less privileged and providing opportunities for those in need.
“Money speaks for itself. Money speaks for itself, not to say money na water. No, but I be me then. Money, what have you done? How many of the people scholarship?” he asked.
The former Ebonyi State governor also called for a more strategic approach, noting that people should spend less time making noise about their wealth and more time showcasing what they have achieved.
“We are becoming very loud. We should go back to our strategy,” he added.
In earlier social media posts, Cubana Chief Priest criticized the performance of South-East ministers under President Bola Tinubu’s administration.
He labeled David Umahi the “second-worst minister the South-East ever had” and challenged political appointees from the region to show tangible achievements ahead of the 2027 general elections.
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