Wike promises FCT road projects as Tinubu’s Christmas gift

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has promised to deliver ongoing road projects in Abuja by December, describing them as a Christmas gift from President Bola Tinubu to residents.

Wike made the promise in Abuja on Tuesday after inspecting ongoing construction works on Arterial Road NI, from Wuye to Ring Road II; Tungan Madaki to Zuba Road; and Zaudna-Kaba-Kagini to the Kubwa Expressway.

This was disclosed in a statement posted on X by the minister’s aide, Lere Olayinka.

Speaking after assessing the pace and quality of the projects, Wike expressed satisfaction with the progress of work and commended the contractors for their commitment to meeting the completion timelines.

“I’m very impressed with the jobs so far, and I’m also impressed with the commitment of the contractors.

“We have promised the residents that this will be their Christmas gift by Mr President as part of their Christmas gift so that they’ll go back home and enjoy their Christmas celebration.

“You can imagine the happiness of those who stay here. You know that with these roads the economy of the affected communities will change,” he said.

Wike said the completion of the roads would ease transportation difficulties and boost economic activities in the affected communities.

“When you see a rural area like this, it makes us very happy when the people are happy and of course, that’s the essence of good governance,” Wike added.

The minister acknowledged that rainfall had slowed some earthworks but expressed confidence that the contractors would accelerate construction as the rainy season subsided.

“You know, I was having doubts, but the contractors are fully committed. If not for the rains, I know they would have gone far.

“I believe that from the first week of October, the rains will not be much again, and you will see how they will continue with earthworks,” he said.

Wike also urged residents to support Tinubu in the 2027 presidential election and back former FCT minister, Philip Aduda, for the Senate.

Addressing residents of Tungan Shanu village along the Tungan Madaki to Zuba Road corridor, Wike said, “We will push the contractor to deliver the road by December so that you’ll be happy. That is what the President is doing for you.

“The president said this road will be a Christmas gift for all of you. So, when the election comes too, don’t forget to vote for Tinubu and Aduda,” he said.

Speaking to residents of Kaba along the Kagini to Kubwa Expressway corridor, the minister said, “I’m happy that you people are happy that this road will be completed in December.

“I came here with the man that will represent you well in the Senate and that is Sen. Philip Aduda. He’s the one who will connect you directly with Tinubu.

“So, I hope all of you will vote for Tinubu and Aduda.”

Wike has repeatedly declared his support for Tinubu’s re-election in 2027, while saying the Rainbow Coalition he supports is focused on mobilising support for the President.