WIKE REITERATES PRESIDENT TINUBU’S COMMITMENT TO PROVIDE INFRASTRUCTURE TO ALL PARTS OF ABUJA
By: Wisdom Acka and Prudence Okonna
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Barrister Nyesom Wike, has assured residents that all parts and sectors of the Territory will benefit from the infrastructural and service provision of President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.
Wike made this pledge on Monday, 6th October, 2025, while flagging off construction of the Mohammed Isma Road Extension in the Asokoro District of Abuja.
He stressed that the that the FCTA was working hard to actualize the presidents mandate and vision for the FCT. He said “We have the mandate to carry out his mandate and vision to make FCT one of the best cities in the world.” He stated that the numerous projects across the Territory have continued to generate employment opportunities for the teeming youths.
Arguing for the necessity to provide infrastructure, the Minister stated that if such infrastructure had already been provided, the administration would have channeled the energy and resources into other areas.
Wike, however, acknowledged that though things may be tough, but with the President’s commitment and leadership, things were being out on the right track, and improving.
“Mr. President has shown leadership, commitment. It may not be as expected, but we’re moving forward. The way Abuja was yesterday, it’s not the same today, and it will not be so tomorrow, “he assured
Calling on the residents to support President Tinubu and the FCT Administration, and exercise patience, the Minister revealed that part of the support also involved the residents playing their parts, particularly payment of all forms of taxes.
“You too should pay us what you are owing us. All these won’t be possible if you don’t pay your taxes, so try and pay your taxes”.
Acting Head of FCT Civil Service, Mrs. Nancy Nathan, expressed gratitude to God for the opportunity to witness the event.
She also thanked the President for his visionary leadership, and the FCT Minister, for ensuring that the “Renewed Hope Agenda of Mr. President is brought closer to the people”.
Mrs. Nathan stated that the project would ease transportation and connectivity, providing access to the location, concluding that it would also contribute positively to the development of the FCT.
The Acting Head of Service reaffirmed the FCT Administration’s commitment to carrying out it’s mandate of ensuring socio-economic development of the FCT.
Acting Executive Secretary, Federal Capital Development Authority (FCDA), Engr. Richard Dauda, while providing overview of the project, disclosed that the project approved by the Federal Executive Council and awarded to Messrs Global Spectrum Energy Services Limited in August 2025, would be completed in 14 months.
He said that it became imperative to open up the area due to the expansion of the Asokoro District, adding that the district accommodates most of the State Lodges, and some diplomatic missions.
According to the Executive Secretary, the scope of the project includes standard roads connecting other streets, street light installation, telecommunication ducts, and water supply network, among others.
Engr. Dauda explained that the project will create job opportunities, improve access and connectivity within the area, boost security, and enhance overall public infrastructure. He also appealed for residents’ cooperation to ensure timely completion.
