Nigeria, July 18 -- David Nweze Umahi, a two-term former governor of Ebonyi State, former senator of the Federal Republic, and Nigeria's current Minister of Works, is no stranger to controversy. In fact, controversy seems to dog his every step. He is also not a public figure known for shying away from wielding authoritarian power or asserting executive authority, traits one might least expect from an ordained deacon of Christ Embassy. Yet, much like his ecclesiastical superior and Pentecostal minister, Chris Oyakhilome, he appears to have mastered the duality of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde.

During his tenure as governor, his relationship with critics, journalists, and those who challenged his decisions frequently attracted public attention....