Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, says Abuja will undergo sweeping infrastructural transformation before the end of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s first term.
Gatekeepers News reports that speaking on Monday at the flag-off of access roads ILS 02 and ILS 03 (Timipre Sylva Street) in Mabushi District, Wike described the projects as proof of the administration’s commitment to the Renewed Hope Agenda.
“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,” the minister declared.
The Mabushi roads are among 12 projects scheduled for commissioning before October 2025. Already, the FCTA has commenced work on the Arterial Road N1 linking Wuye District to Ring Road II, and the Northern Parkway connecting Ring Road II to Ring Road III.
Other projects set for flag-off include:
• Full development of Karsana West.
• Second Abuja airport runway.
• Kaura District access road and erosion control works with three-span bridges.
• Transit Way (2) linking the Central Area with Wuse District with two bridges.
• Mohammed Isa Road Extension in Asokoro District.
• Rehabilitation of the 15km Old Keffi Road (Kado Village–Dei-Dei Junction).
• Engineering infrastructure in Guzape District (Lots I & II).
• Collector Road CN2 (Emmanuel I. Ogala Street) and Road ILS 5 in Katampe.
• Official residences for the heads of the Court of Appeal, Federal High Court, FCT High Court, and National Industrial Court.
Wike emphasised that the projects reflect a broader vision to reposition Abuja through investments in infrastructure, healthcare, education, and youth empowerment.
“What we are doing is implementing the vision of the President, and no sector will be left untouched,” he said.
On criticisms that the administration is focusing too heavily on road construction, the minister defended the strategy:
“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.”
Following the ceremony, Wike inspected judiciary-related projects, including the Court of Appeal complex in Dakibiyu and new judges’ quarters in Gishiri. While praising the progress of the housing project, he expressed concern over delays at the Court of Appeal site:
“I am not too satisfied that the contractor will meet the promised timeline, but I believe the project will not exceed this year.”
He stressed that the provision of decent housing was vital to judicial independence and security:
“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 reiterated that the administration’s push for renewal was not just about beautification but about creating a functional, secure, and investor-friendly capital city.
