David Nweze Umahi, CON
Honourable Minister of Works, Federal Republic of Nigeria
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David Nweze Umahi is a Nigerian civil engineer, politician, and the current Minister of Works under the President Bola Tinubu administration. An experienced technocrat, Umahi previously served as the Deputy Governor of Ebonyi State (2011–2015) and subsequently as a two-term Governor of the state (2015–2023). Following his gubernatorial tenure, he briefly represented Ebonyi South Senatorial District in the 10th Senate before his ministerial appointment. Renowned for his intensive, infrastructure-heavy governance model, Umahi is recognized for pioneering massive flyover networks, foundational concrete road technology, and major health institutions in the Southeast.
Education
- Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) in Civil Engineering – Enugu State University of Science and Technology (formerly Anambra State University of Science and Technology), 1982–1987.
- West African Senior School Certificate – Government Secondary School, Afikpo, 1979.
- Secondary Education – Ishiagu High School, Ebonyi State, 1978.
- First School Leaving Certificate – Umunaga Primary School, Uburu, 1971–1977.
Professional Background
- Sectional Head (Cathodic Protection Engineering) – SAIPEM SPA, Benin City, 1988–1989.
- Project Engineer – SCC Nigeria Limited (Water Engineering), 1989–1990. Led the historic Umuahia Water Project and Ndiegoro Aba Flood Control systems.
- Co-founder & General Manager – Norman Engineering & Construction Nigeria Limited, 1990–1993.
- Chairman & CEO – Brass Engineering & Construction Nig. Ltd., Focus Investment Nig. Ltd., and Osborn La Palm Royal Resort Ltd. (resigned positions in March 2011 to enter executive public office).
- Chairman, Governing Board – Federal Medical Centre, Asaba, 2010–2011.