David Umahi, minister of works, says Peter Obi, former governor of Anambra, is inciting people of the south-east against the federal government over the Lagos-Calabar coastal road project.Recently, the federal government commenced the construction of the Lagos-Calabar coastal road, which is expected to run through the shoreline of beach resorts in Lagos, while traversing eight other states.
The minister condemned Obi for criticising the federal government over the project, adding that affected property owners are already being compensated.Advertisement“Wisdom is a defence. It gives light to those that practice it. I want our people to have wisdom because I’m involved.” Umahi added that the federal government did not destroy the facilities of Landmark Beach, noting that only shanties on the right of way were removed.The minister accused Paul Onwuanibe, chief executive officer of Landmark Africa Group, of politicising the issues arising from the project.
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