Sex Allegation: Umahi Queries Accuser’s Intent, Claims Videos Deleted

The minister of works, Engr. Dave Umahi, has alleged that Mrs. Tracy Nither Ohiri, deleted several social media posts and videos in which she accused him of sexual misconduct and financial indebtedness, describing the move as evidence that the claims were aimed at tarnishing his image.

In a statement issued on Tuesday by his senior special assistant on media, Francis Nwaze, the minister said he had taken note of the allegations levelled against him and questioned why the accuser had “quietly removed” the materials from her platforms.

“Within the last 24 hours, Mrs. Ohiri has quietly removed all videos and posts she made and posted against the minister of works from her social media accounts, including TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook,” the statement read.

“A routine review of these platforms clearly shows that the same materials previously used to accuse, ridicule, and defame the Honourable Minister have now been deleted.”

Mrs. Ohiri had publicly accused the minister of refusing to pay her over ₦200 million for professional services allegedly rendered several years ago. She also claimed that Umahi attempted to have sex with her when she demanded payment and further alleged that he instructed authorities in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to arrest and detain her in a bid to silence her.

Reacting, the minister’s media office said the deletion of the posts followed public scrutiny of the allegations

“This sudden cleanup follows the public exposure of several inconsistencies, ambiguities in her timelines, and discrepancies in the amounts stated in her claims. Faced with contradictions in her own narratives, she appears to have chosen deletion over explanation,” the statement said

“These actions raise serious questions about the intent behind the allegations she promoted for years.”

The statement further queried how the public should interpret the disappearance of content that had been widely circulated

“It is important to ask how Nigerians are expected to reconcile the sudden disappearance of videos that were repeatedly presented to them. How does one explain the removal of content dating back several years, especially after mobilising public sentiment and drawing uninformed support from Nigerians and commentators?”

Umahi’s media office urged members of the public to independently verify the claims by visiting Mrs. Ohiri’s social media pages

“What is likely evident now is that Ohiri who portrayed herself as being oppressed is actually the oppressor.

“Our position is clear: all records are intact, verifiable, and available. Allegations remain allegations until proven. The burden of proof rests squarely on the accuser.”

The minister, according to the statement, remains focused on his official duties.

“The Honourable Minister of Works remains calm, focused, and undistracted. His attention is firmly on his mandate and on delivering critical infrastructure in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR.”

As of press time, Mrs. Ohiri had not issued a fresh response to the minister’s latest claims.