Umahi orders Tinubu photos on Niger Bridge after 4,000-influencer proposal
Premium Times reports that Minister of Works David Umahi has ordered the placement of President Bola Tinubu's pictures on the Niger Bridge, following a proposal by 4,000 influencers. The article quotes Umahi saying the president 'deserves to be appreciated for …' but does not disclose the rest of his statement or the specifics of the appreciation.
The order came days after the influencer proposal, suggesting a rapid response to public advocacy. However, the report does not provide details on how many pictures will be displayed, where exactly on the bridge they will be placed, the cost of the exercise, or the timeline for implementation.
The Niger Bridge is a major federal artery linking southeastern and western Nigeria, carrying significant commercial and passenger traffic. Placing political imagery on such infrastructure raises questions about the use of public assets for partisan messaging and the potential distraction for road users.
Readers should consider whether this move reflects genuine appreciation or political symbolism, and watch for any official clarification from the Ministry of Works or the presidency regarding the rationale, funding, and public consultation behind the directive.