Rt Hon Barr Sunday Cyriacus Umeha

RT. HON. BARR. SUNDAY CYRIACUS UMEHA FELCITATES CONSTITUENTS AND NIGERIA CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY, AT EASTER

5th April, 2026

For Immediate Release

On behalf of myself and my family, I wish to felicitate the Good People of Ezeagu-Udi Federal Constituency, in particular and the Nigerian Christian Community, in general on the occasion of the Feast of Easter. This season which we commemorate today, starting from the memorable events of Good Friday, represents arguably the most consequential event in all of history. Chris's crucifixion, death on the cross and resurrection is a foundation of the Christian faith. By triumphing over death, God Almighty distinguished His only Begotten Son from the rest of humanity and guaranteed the eternal hope and promise of Christianity. Through his death and resurrection, we're assured of the presence of light at every tunnel through the virtues of hope, sacrifice and perseverance.

As we rejoice in the glory of His resurrection at this Easter, I urge all of us to rededicate ourselves to Christ's legacy and to use this moment as a springboard of our Christian faith, through prayer and fasting and imitation of the stellar examples of Christ's life on earth.

Once again, I wish us a Happy and Reflective Easter.

Signed:

Rt. Hon. Barr. Sunday Cyriacus Umeha
Member Representing Ezeagu-Udi Federal Constituency & Deputy Chairman, House Committee on Justice.

My Dear Constituents,

I welcome you all into the Month of April, with the breath of fresh air that comes with a new quarter. Together, we navigated the first critical quarter of year 2026. May this New Month and beyond, bring us closer to our shared and collective aspirations.

Happy New Month!

Signed:

Rt. Hon. Barr. Sunday Cyriacus Umeha
Member Representing Ezeagu-Udi Federal Constituency & Deputy Chairman, House Committee on Justice.

RT. HON. BARR. SUNDAY CYRIACUS UMEHA, FELICIATES PRESIDENT BOLA AHMED TINUBU, GCFR AT 74

29th March, 2026

For Immediate Release

On behalf of myself and the Good People of Ezeagu-Udi Federal Constituency, I wish to felicitate His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, on the momentous occasion of his 74th Birthday Anniversary.

Your Excellency, the trajectory of your life has been nothing short of inspiration. From laying the foundation of the shining example of Lagos- Africa's fastest growing city, to assuming the office of the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria under a democratic system which you helped to nurture under the NADECO coalition, the course of your life has been the archetypal story of Grass to Grace. Under the Renewed Hope Agenda of your presidency, Nigeria continues to make incremental growth and the dividends of your bold and audacious reforms are gradually being reaped. Whilst there are many more challenges to surmount, the stability provided by your leadership and your diligence of ex*****on inspires hope that we shall navigate them.

On this occasion of your birthday, I pray that Allah (SWT) will continue to strengthen you and provide you with the wisdom to make the right choices of State and Policy Directions that will translate to a better Nigeria that delivers on the expectation of the Nigerian People.

Happy Birthday, Mr. President!

Signed:

Rt. Hon. Barr. Sunday Cyriacus Umeha
Member Representing Ezeagu-Udi Federal Constituency & Deputy Chairman, House Committee on Justice.

RT. HON. BARR. SUNDAY CYRIACUS UMEHA, FELICIATES GOVERNOR PETER MBAH, ON THE 54TH ANNIVERSARY OF HIS BIRTHDAY

Happy Birthday, Your Excellency,

Today, we celebrate not only the anniversary of your birth but the life of a visionary leader whose dedication, courage, and commitment to the service of the people continue to inspire hope and progress. Your leadership has remained a symbol of purposeful governance, development, and unwavering devotion to the welfare of our beloved State. Under your Administration, Enugu State has remained on an upward trajectory across all indicia of governance: from healthcare to education; revenue generation to agriculture; security of lives and properties to transportation, to name a few, the consensus in town, is that Enugu is Indeed Rising!

As you mark another remarkable year, may I, on behalf of the Good people of Udi and Ezeagu Federal Constituency, pray that Almighty God grant you greater wisdom, strength, and good health to continue steering the affairs of our state toward peace, prosperity, and sustainable growth. I have no doubt that your passion for service and your determination to build a brighter future for our people will remain a legacy worthy of admiration and gratitude.

Congratulations and happy birthday once again, Your Excellency.

Signed:

Rt. Hon. Barr. Sunday Cyriacus Umeha
Member Representing Ezeagu-Udi Federal Constituency | Deputy Chairman, House Committee on Justice.

Welcome to March!

I wish us all warm compliments in this new month. The Month of March heralds the end of the first quarter of the year, and is often a strategic one for businesses and individuals to reassess the progress they have made. As the end of this month, culminates in the end of Q1 2026, I urge us to use the opportunity to review and recalibrate our efforts towards our individual and collective aspirations.

Happy New Month

-SU

Happy Birthday the Pathfinder Rt Hon Barr Sunday Cyriacus Umeha Deputy Chairman House Committee on Justice , Member Representing Ezeagu/Udi Federal Constituency.

May your special day be filled with profound joy, serenity, and a deep sense of fulfillment. Here's to another year of remarkable victories, robust health, and unbridled happiness.

AWHUM INCIDENT: RT. HON. BARR. SUNDAY CYRIACUS UMEHA, CONDOLES WITH FAMILIES OF VICTIMS, PROMISES FINANCIAL SUPPORT TO INJURED VICTIMS

18th February 2026
For Immediate Release:

Rt. Hon. Barr. Sunday Cyriacus Umeha, has expressed his deep condolences and sympathies to families of victims of the tragic incident at Awhum, Udi Local Government Area of Enugu State involving a huge tropical tree which fell mysteriously and killed at least 18 persons whilst destroying surrounding properties.

In a passionate message, Hon. Umeha commiserated the families of the victims in particular, and the people of Awhum, Okpatu and Umulumgbe Udi LGA of Enugu State, praying for the souls of the innocent victims and wishing those nursing various degrees of injury from the incident, a quick recovery.

“I wish to join the families of all those who lost loved ones in the tragic incident that engulfed Awhum with heartbreaking impacts in Okpatu and Umulumgbe Udi Local Government Area of Enugu State.

The mysterious circumstances of their untimely death, no doubt, makes processing the loss even more difficult. On behalf of Ezeagu/Udi Federal Constituency, I pray that the Almighty God will grant the departed souls eternal rest, and succor to the families and loved ones of those affected. I also wish those hospitalized from various injuries, a quick recovery”, Hon. Umeha said.

Hon. Umeha further assured that when the details of the circumstances surrounding the mysterious event are fully out, efforts would be made to provide support for the families of affected victims. More importantly, to the extent that the event on its face reflects the grim consequences of climate change, the incident would be escalated to the appropriate agencies of the Federal Government, particularly the National Council on Climate Change towards averting a reoccurrence elsewhere.

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Director Media & Public Communications
Rt. Hon. Sunday Cyriacus Umeha, Media Office.

RT. HON. BARR. SUNDAY CYRIACUS UMEHA FLAGS OFF 3RD ANNUAL FREE JAMB REGISTRATION/SCHOLARSHIP FOR INDIGENT STUDENTS

I am delighted to announce the commencement of our third annual Free Jamb Registration and Scholarship program under the auspices of Umeha Care and Empowerment Foundation (UCEF).

This initiative, is in furtherance of our continued commitment to providing opportunities for education for indigent students of Ezeagu/Udi Federal Constituency and I urge all eligible students to take advantage of this opportunity which would be deployed in the most fair, efficient and transparent manner that were the hallmarks of previous exercises.

- S.U

NEW YEAR ADDRESS BY RT. HON. BARR. SUNDAY CYRIACUS UMEHA

Umunnem Ndi Udi N' Ezeagu,

I bring you warm greetings and heartfelt goodwill as we step into a new year : 2026. On behalf of myself and members of my family, I give thanks to Almighty God for His grace, protection, and mercy that saw us through the past year and has granted us the privilege of witnessing this new beginning together.

The year 2025, came with its share of challenges and opportunities. Despite economic headwinds, insecurity and social concerns, our people demonstrated remarkable resilience, unity, and determination. I am deeply proud of the patience, strength, and hope shown by us during this period.

As your representative in the Federal House of Representatives, I remain committed to advancing your interests through effective legislation, oversight, and advocacy. Over the past year, efforts were made to attract federal interventions, support community development, empower our youths and women, and amplify the voice of our constituency at the national level. While more work remains, I assure you that your concerns continue to guide every step I take.

In this new year, my focus will remain on:

Promoting people-oriented policies that improve livelihoods:

Supporting education, skills acquisition, and youth empowerment;

Advocating for improved infrastructure and rural development;

Strengthening peace, security, and community cohesion and

Ensuring transparent and accountable representation, amongst others.

I therefore, call on all stakeholders—traditional institutions, community leaders, youths, women groups, and professionals—to continue working together in unity. Indeed, sustainable development can only be achieved when we put aside divisions and embrace dialogue, mutual respect, and collective responsibility.

To our youths, you are the strength and future of this constituency. I encourage you to remain hopeful, law-abiding, innovative, and committed to building a better society. To our women, your contributions to family, community, and economic growth are invaluable, and you will continue to receive my support and advocacy.

Umunnem, as we journey through this new year, let us renew our commitment to peace, hard work, and service to one another. Together, we can build an Ezeagu/Udi Federal Constituency that reflects our shared values of integrity, progress, and compassion.

May this new year bring good health, prosperity, and renewed hope to every home. May our constituency and our dear country, Nigeria, experience peace, growth, and lasting development.

Happy New Year, and God bless you all.

Rt. Hon. Barr. Sunday Cyriacus Umeha, Member Representing Ezeagu-Udi Federal Constituency| Deputy Chairman, House Committee on Justice.

MERRY CHRISTMAS

I felicitate with the global Christian community on the celebration of the anniversary of the birth of Jesus Christ- Prince of Peace, Savior of the World. This session reminds of of the power of love, compassion and sacrifice. As we celebrate, I invite us to rededicate ourselves to these virtues which are emblematic of the Christian life.

Inspite of our challenges as a Nation, we have continued to make progress in leaps and bounds - challenging the odds that strive to regresss our progression. It is my hope that this Christmas season will renew our commitment to the promise of a brighter future for our country.

Thus, as we celebrate, let us take a moment to pray for peace, unity and progress of our country. Nigeria's future, yet remain bright and together we shall there.

On behalf of myself and family, I wish us a Merry Christmas filled with peace, love and happiness and a prosperous New Year in advance.

-S.U

RT. HON. BARR. SUNDAY CYRIACUS UMEHA CALLS FOR CALM AMIDST THE CONVICTION OF MAZI NNAMDI KANU, ASSURES NDIGBO OF CONSTRUCTIVE ENGAGEMENT TOWARDS A POLITICAL SOLUTION.

For Immediate Release

25th November, 2025

Like many Nigerians, and Ndi Igbo in particular, I have followed with great concern the reactions that have trailed the conviction and sentence of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu- Leader of the Indeginious People of Biafra (IPOB) by a Federal High Court presided over by Hon. Justice James Omotosho, last Thursday, 20th November, 2025.

As a lawyer and Igbo Man, I followed the proceedings that eventually culminated in the Judgement last Thursday. Let me state unequivocally that, as a member of the legal profession and Deputy Chairman, House Committee on Justice, it is incumbent on me to underscore that irrespective of the misgivings one may have against the judgment, it must be respected as the verdict of a Court of competent jurisdiction. This is without prejudice, however, to the right of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu to appeal the decision to the next level of judicial inquiry. It is thus gratifying that steps are being taken to approach the Court of Appeal for a judicial review. This is the only lawful and constitutional means to address legitimate grievances with the verdict of a lower Court.

The Nnnamdi-Kanu Question as I often call it, is not one whose answer can be found in the arid legalism of adjudication. I have always held the view that it is a specie of social crisis most suitable to a resolution through the weapons of social advocacy, namely, dialogue, compromise and justice.

At the face level, Nnamdi Kanu'a agitations before it assumed criminal dimensions, resonated and still resonates deeply with the age-long feelings of marginalization by the Igbo within Nigeria, a situation that had led to years of exclusionary policies which have aggregated to retrogress the growth and development of the South East, and the Igbo at large. It should not be surprising therefore, that it won many converts and drew sympathies from the Igbo; both at home and in the Diaspora.

Whilst this analysis is not in anyway intended to justify the mass killings and destruction of lives and properties allegedly attributed to the IPOB group and their ESN-wing, it is nonetheless necessary to situate the crisis at its sociological level to frame the thrust of this intervention.

Against this backdrop therefore, I want to reiterate my advocacy over the years for a politically negotiated resolution of the Nnamdi-Kanu Question through dialogue, compromise and concession as that appears to me, the only way to resolve the crisis in a manner that restores the South East to its now disappearing heritage of peace and communal living. It goes without saying that, this move, must be championed by Igbo Leaders and in this regard, I take encouragement in the steps being taken by the South East Caucus of the 10th National Assembly, as well as other stakeholders of the Igbo Nation, to open a window of discussion with the Federal Government towards a potential presidential pardon for Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, on terms that will be a win-win for all the parties concerned.

Let me be clear that this option must be seen, not just as a gesture of peace, but one that must be considered in the larger interest of National security; which is the raison de etere of government. And I am hopeful that the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu Administration might see it too, as an act which would come to be seen in the future as a moment of significant importance in our March through Nationhood.

In the meantime, I want to appeal to The Igbo and to the friends and families of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu to remain peaceful, calm and law abiding in line with the characteristic spirit and comportment of our people, whilst steps are being explored, both within and outside the Court Room, to bring about an outcome that best reflects the South East and Nigeria of our shared aspiration.

Signed

Rt. Hon. Barr. Sunday Cyriacus Umeha
Member Representing Ezeagu-Udi Federal Constituency, Deputy Chairman, House Committee on Justice.

*Requiem for a Quintessential Gentleman*

Today, the 19th day of November 2025, will forever remain one of the darkest and most painful days in the political history of Enugu State, and indeed in the hearts of all who knew, admired, and respected the distinguished Senator Okey Ezea, who represented Enugu North Senatorial Zone in the 10th Senate until the unfortunate news of his passing. The devastating news of the demise of Senator Ideke has left me, like many others, in profound grief and disbelief. It is difficult to accept that a man of such courage, humility, intellect, and uncommon patriotism has been taken away from us at a time when his leadership, wisdom, and strength were still deeply needed.

My relationship with Senator Ezea was one built on mutual respect, genuine admiration, and an unshakable belief in the shared dream of a greater Enugu State. Long before fate brought us into positions of public trust, I knew him to be a man of sincerity and conviction—a man who stood firmly for justice, equity, and service to the people. In all my interactions with Senator Ezea, he remained consistent in character: calm but firm, compassionate yet principled, humble but strong, and always guided by a clear vision for the welfare of his people. To me, Senator Ezea was not only a colleague but a brother, a guide, and an example of what leadership should be.

His death is not just a personal loss, but a monumental loss to Enugu State, the10th National Assembly, and to the entire nation.

Senator Okey Ezea’s contributions at the Senate stand as a testament to his unwavering dedication to the people of Enugu North and Nigeria at large. His voice on the floor of the Senate floor was powerful, articulate, and always rooted in truth. He spoke not for political gain but for the collective good of his people and the nation. He championed laws and motions that prioritized the welfare if the people, infrastructure, security, education, economic and rural developments.

As I mourn him today, my heart is heavy, yet full of gratitude that our paths crossed in this lifetime. I am grateful for his brotherhood, his mentorship, and the shared moments of visioning a better Enugu. Whilst his passing has created a vacuum, his values, principles, and dreams will continue to guide those who had the privilege of working with him.

To the people of Enugu North Senatorial Zone, I extend my deepest condolences. We have lost a hero, a defender, and a voice that stands firm always. But even in death, his contributions remain alive—in the bills he supported, the projects he secured, the lives he shaped, and the hope he inspired.

I pray that God Almighty will receive his gentle soul and grant his family the fortitude to be this irreparable loss.

Signed:

Rt. Hon. Sunday Cyriacus Umeha
Member Representing Ezeagu/Udi Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, and Deputy Chairman, House Committee on Justice.