Abuja: President Bola Tinubu has commended the leadership quality of the Minister of Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, highlighting how it is bringing governance closer to the residents of the territory. Tinubu made these remarks in Abuja while inaugurating newly-constructed access roads in the Giri district, a project executed by the Wike-led FCT Administration.
According to News Agency of Nigeria, this project marks the 13th inauguration out of the 17 projects outlined to celebrate Tinubu's second year in office. Represented by the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Abbas Tajudeen, the president emphasized that Wike's contributions are evident across various districts and communities within the FCT, underscoring the progress his leadership has brought to the area.
Tinubu praised Wike for embracing and localizing the 'Renewed Hope Agenda', transforming it into a meaningful reality for FCT residents. He highlighted that the new access roads represent not only infrastructural development but also a commitment to opening up the Giri district and the broader FCT.
Addressing the residents of Giri, Tinubu expressed hope that the roads would lead to greater opportunities, facilitating access to education, markets, healthcare, and fulfilling dreams.
In his address, Wike noted that the Giri district houses significant institutions such as the University of Abuja and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) Academy. He mentioned that the EFCC would benefit first from the new infrastructure, which would encourage the construction of its academy.
Wike acknowledged the challenges associated with land allocation in the absence of infrastructure. He committed to providing essential infrastructure in Giri to attract investors and transform it into a significant district.
Additionally, Wike revealed plans to construct a critical road network in the district, instructing the acting Executive Secretary of the Federal Capital Development Authority (FCDA), Mr. Richard Dauda, to begin work on the project details. He also addressed unauthorized land grabbing by the University of Abuja, outlining plans to reallocate land appropriately.
FCT Minister of State, Dr. Mariya Mahmoud, lauded the project as a testament to the Tinubu-led administration's dedication to infrastructure development, connectivity, and inclusive growth. Mahmoud emphasized that the Giri road is part of a broader initiative to stimulate economic activities in under-served communities.
Earlier, Dauda mentioned that the road project was awarded in November 2024 to provide access to the district, designated as an institutional area. He also noted that the proposed main sewage treatment plant for the city would be located within the Giri district.