The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has expressed his satisfaction with the ongoing infrastructure developments in the capital, emphasizing significant progress on key road projects in the area.
During an inspection of various projects in the FCT yesterday, Wike noted that while he was only familiar with the public holiday schedule for December 25 and January 1, 2025, he was pleased to report that work on critical infrastructure, including the roads surrounding the judges’ quarters, was progressing well.
While inspecting the construction of the Gishiri flyover, judges’ quarters, and roadworks in Jahi, the minister specifically mentioned the completion of a major culvert, marking a significant milestone in the road project.
“The progress is impressive, and I am particularly pleased with what I saw—the roads surrounding the judges’ quarters are incredible,” he stated.
Wike also said that the work done on the judges’ quarters had surpassed expectations compared to his last site visit, when much of the work was still underway. He assured that the project was on track for completion by May, as initially promised.
“By God’s grace, I believe the project will be delivered by May. The progress is clear, and you can already see how it will increase the value of land and property in the area,” he added.
The minister attributed the ongoing success to the government’s “Renewed Hope Agenda,” emphasising its role in revitalizing neighborhoods and restoring faith in Nigeria’s development.
“The people living here will witness this transformation, and I am deeply impressed with the work done so far. I am grateful to the company executing the project, and I thank Mr President for giving us the opportunity to contribute to restoring hope in Nigeria,” he said.
While addressing concerns about the potential displacement of homes due to road construction, the minister clarified that he was not directly involved in the compensation process, which would be managed by the relevant authorities.
Wike confirmed that once valuations were completed, compensation would be provided based on the extent of damage to affected properties.
Although he could not specify the exact number of houses that would be impacted, Wike assured that compensation would be fair and transparent, ensuring that those affected would receive adequate support.
“I appeal to the community to support this project. The development will directly benefit those living along the road’s path. Imagine how difficult it was before, and look at the progress now.
“By the time the project is finished, it will transform the area, and the community will benefit greatly,” he urged.
Regarding his performance, Wike remained modest, stating that the public and the Presidential Monitoring Team would be the ultimate judges of his achievements.
“The public should be the real judge. The Presidential Monitoring Team will assess the deliverables and see what has been achieved. As for me, I am satisfied with what we have accomplished, but there is still work to be done,” he concluded.
With the project scheduled for completion by May, the minister assured FCT residents that they can expect significant improvements in road infrastructure and property values, promising a brighter future for the capital.
