A group of supporters has dismissed allegations that Nigeria’s Works Minister Dave Umahi was humiliated during a recent All Progressives Congress (APC) rally in Kaduna, asserting that his remarks were cut short because of a faulty microphone.
The rally, held in the northern state of Kaduna, was part of a series of political gatherings organized by the APC, the country’s ruling party. Umahi, who serves as Works Minister and previously governed Ebonyi State, was scheduled to address party members and supporters at the event.
Media reports and social‑media commentary suggested that Umahi’s appearance at the rally ended abruptly, leading some observers to claim that he had been publicly embarrassed. The narrative of humiliation quickly spread online after the event.
In response, the group representing the rally’s organizers said the interruption was not a deliberate snub but a technical malfunction. They explained that a microphone failure caused the sound system to cut off, forcing the minister to end his speech earlier than planned.
The group declined to provide further details, and no official comment was issued by the minister’s office. The incident highlights the logistical challenges that can arise at large political gatherings, especially in settings where equipment reliability may be uneven.
<small>Source: Punch Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>