The Minister of Works, David Umahi, has urged Igbos to avoid politics of hate, misinformation and sentiments ahead of the 2027 presidential election.

In a statement made available to MyNigeria, Umahi urged Igbos to vote en masse for President Bola Tinubu's re-election.

According to hi, that action will earn them the support of other regions to be able to produce a Nigerian President.

The statement said, “We must not be deceived again. Mr. President must have the votes of the Southeast up to 90 per cent to cement this relationship. Enough of darkening counsel without knowledge in the South East.

“We must rise to educate our people. If we want to be president, we must avoid the politics of hate, misinformation, and sentiments.

“We must support other regions, and with God, one day, other regions will support us. Mr. President must be supported to complete his tenure of eight years, which all regions are benefitting from.

“One day, we will be number one, but not in 2027. I will vocally continue to stand against any mischief to deceive our people. We are known for hard work and love and not hate.

“I commend our leaders, who are the South East Governors, for their support and the great works they are doing for our people. I want our people to please support them along with our dear President for their second tenure in their respective offices.”

ASA