Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, says Abuja will experience massive infrastructural renewal before President Bola Tinubu’s first term ends.
Speaking on Monday at the flag-off of access roads ILS 02 and ILS 03 (Timipre Sylva Street) in Mabushi District, Wike dismissed criticisms that his administration was spending too much on roads.
“By the time Mr President’s tenure expires, Abuja will be a different city. In terms of infrastructure, Abuja will compete with other known cities of the world,” he declared.
“What we are doing is implementing the vision of the President, and no sector will be left untouched.”
Funding And Projects
Wike insisted that meaningful development could not happen without roads and basic infrastructure.
“Don’t bring projects when you don’t have the money. If you award contracts without funding, you only raise false hopes. That is why we are ensuring that every project we flag off is backed by available funds,” he said.
The minister added that the era of abandoned projects in Abuja had ended.
After the road flag-off, he visited Dakibiyu in Jabi District and Gishiri to inspect the Court of Appeal complex and residential quarters for judges.
Judiciary Housing
At the judges’ quarters, Wike expressed satisfaction with the progress. But at the appellate court site, he raised concerns.
“I am not too satisfied that the contractor will meet the promised timeline, but I believe the project will not exceed this year,” he said, revealing he had summoned the contractor for talks.
The minister praised President Tinubu’s commitment to judicial officers.
“With what Mr President has put out, it shows he wants our judges to be independent and safe, not living among criminals. That is why these quarters are very important,” Wike stated.
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