{
  "id": 9603998,
  "title": "Umahi dismisses Peter Obi comparison, says ‘not yet Igbo turn’ for presidency",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/24/umahi-dismisses-peter-obi-comparison-says-not-yet-igbo-turn-for",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-24T18:38:40.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch Nigeria",
    "slug": "punch-nigeria",
    "url": "https://punchng.com/umahi-dismisses-peter-obi-comparison-says-not-yet-igbo-turn-for-presidency/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Dave Umahi, the Minister of Works, has dismissed comparisons between himself and presidential candidate Peter Obi, stating that no area exists where the former Anambra State governor surpasses the other. Speaking at the 'Operation Rescue Benin-Asaba Road' event in Benin City, Umahi emphasized that the South-East would eventually produce Nigeria's president, but added that \"it is not yet our turn.\" When confronted about Obi's \"not my match\" remark, Umahi suggested considering their family backgrounds, intellect, and service records. He defended his backing for President Bola Tinubu, stating that administration members would not remain silent when criticized. Umahi also criticized Obi, calling him \"a lucky person\" due to his ability to evade scrutiny. Regarding the 2027 presidency, Umahi rejected claims that Igbos would never produce Nigeria's leader, saying, \"It is not yet the turn of Igbos.\" He also announced plans to redesign the Benin-Asaba dual carriageway with reinforced concrete pavement, despite the road concessionaire failing to agree on a solution.",
  "summary": "Works Minister Dave Umahi has dismissed comparisons with Peter Obi, saying the ex-Anambra governor is not superior to him in any area. Read More: https://punchng.com/umahi-dismisses-peter-obi-comparison-says-not-yet-igbo-turn-for-presidency/",
  "key_points": [
    "Dave Umahi dismisses Peter Obi comparisons, claiming no area where Obi surpasses him",
    "South-East will eventually produce Nigeria's president, but it's not yet their turn",
    "Umahi criticizes Obi as \"lucky person\" due to evading scrutiny"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 3,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Daily Post Nigeria",
        "title": "2027: It’s not Igbo’s turn to produce president – Umahi declares",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/24/2027-its-not-igbos-turn-to-produce-president-umahi-declares",
        "published": "2026-09-24T18:09:51.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Punch",
        "title": "Umahi dismisses Peter Obi comparison, says ‘not yet Igbo turn’ for presidency",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/24/umahi-dismisses-peter-obi-comparison-says-not-yet-igbo-turn-for-9605699",
        "published": "2026-09-24T18:46:40.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}