In a dramatic confrontation that has sent shockwaves through the political landscape, fiery activist and former presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore, has smashed a table during a heated public session, vowing to unleash damning revelations if dared, as he exposed alleged secret payments totaling N110 million in dollars from the Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, to a woman identified simply as Tracy.
The explosive outburst, captured in viral videos circulating across social media platforms, unfolded amid rising tensions over government accountability and corruption allegations, with Sowore pointing fingers directly at the Ebonyi State-born minister, accusing him of diverting public funds under the cloak of secrecy.
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Eyewitnesses at the event described the scene as chaotic, with Sowore, known for his no-holds-barred approach to activism, slamming his fist on the table before flipping it over in a fit of rage, declaring in unmistakable terms, “I will make the revelation open if you dare challenge me!”, a statement that has ignited fierce debates online and prompted calls for immediate investigations from civil society groups and opposition figures.
Sowore’s allegations center on what he claims is irrefutable evidence of financial impropriety, detailing how Umahi, who has been at the forefront of the Federal Government’s massive road infrastructure projects, purportedly authorized the clandestine transfer of the humongous sum, equivalent to over $70,000 at current black market rates, to Tracy, whose exact identity and relationship to the minister remain shrouded in mystery, fueling speculations of everything from personal favors to potential money laundering schemes.
Drawing from what he described as leaked documents and insider sources, the Sahara Reporters publisher spared no words in painting a picture of systemic graft within the Ministry of Works, urging Nigerians to wake up to the “rotten underbelly” of the Tinubu administration’s promises of renewed hope. “This is not just about one payment; it’s the tip of the iceberg in how our commonwealth is being siphoned by those we entrusted with power,” Sowore fumed, challenging Umahi and his allies to sue him or face the full wrath of public disclosure, a move that echoes his past battles against perceived corruption during the #EndSARS protests and his ill-fated 2019 presidential bid.
As the video racked up millions of views within hours, reactions poured in from all quarters, with supporters hailing Sowore as a fearless truth-teller while APC loyalists dismissed the claims as fabricated smears aimed at destabilizing the government ahead of key 2027 election permutations.
The Works Minister’s camp has yet to issue an official response as of press time, but sources close to Umahi, a former governor credited with transformative projects in Ebonyi, hinted at plans to counter the narrative through legal channels, labeling Sowore’s outburst as “desperate politicking from a serial agitator.”
This latest clash adds to a growing list of controversies dogging Umahi’s tenure, including delays in flagship road contracts and budget padding accusations, at a time when Nigeria grapples with deteriorating infrastructure amid economic hardships.
Political analysts warn that if Sowore’s revelations gain attention, especially with the promise of more details, it could erode public confidence in the administration, potentially snowballing into broader probes by anti-corruption agencies like the EFCC
