The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has stated that satellite towns within Abuja are witnessing significant development under the administration of Bola Tinubu. He made this known on Wednesday after inspecting several ongoing projects across the territory.
Wike noted that government interventions now go beyond road construction, extending to critical sectors such as education, water supply, and healthcare. According to him, rural and underserved communities in the FCT are experiencing unprecedented attention, with many schools already renovated and furnished to improve learning conditions.
The minister further revealed that major water projects in Bwari, Karu, and Orozo are set for inauguration as part of activities marking the president’s third year in office. He added that efforts are also ongoing to rehabilitate health facilities to bridge gaps in healthcare delivery across the region.
While acknowledging progress in many areas, Wike expressed concern over the slow pace of work on the road connecting the Central Business District to Wuse along the Transit Way N2 Corridor. Although he commended the quality of construction, he warned that delays would not be tolerated and directed the Federal Capital Development Authority to ensure timely completion.
In contrast, he praised the contractor handling the N16 Interce linking Jahi and Gwarinpa districts for delivering quality work and maintaining a satisfactory pace. He also commended ongoing construction linking the Body of Benchers, Nile University, and Baze University, describing both the speed and execution as impressive.
At Tungan Madaki, Wike inspected the road connecting Bill Clinton Drive to Zuba, noting that compensation for affected communities is being processed through appropriate channels.
He reaffirmed the administration’s commitment to balanced development, emphasizing that improving essential services remains a top priority alongside infrastructure expansion.
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