The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has revealed a 31-day series of project commissioning across the capital city.
Wike said the commissioning is earmarked to celebrate the third anniversary of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s time.
While speaking at a political lunch in Port Harcourt, the Rivers State capital, the Minister highlighted the important achievements in his administration during his time, crediting the significant infrastructure growth to the President’s strategic support and vision.
Wike stated that the month-long commissioning circuit will include important road systems, public services, and large-scale city improvement projects aimed at completely transforming the country’s capital.
Ignoring the critics, the Minister directly challenged the size and quality of what his administration has accomplished in the FCT.
“In this third year of President alone…, we are spending 31 days to start new projects in Abuja. I’m not talking about boreholes. “I dare anyone to disagree with this,” Wike said.
He pointed out that the quick progress happening in Abuja clearly shows strong leadership.
Wike also challenged the opposition leaders to keep up with the extent of the work being done.
As he pointed out his achievements in the FCT, the former Governor of Rivers State shifted to an unexpectedly friendly tone about the strong political tension in his home state, extending a general pardon to all his political rivals.
“I want to take this chance today to say that I have forgiven everyone,” Wike said, emphasizing that ongoing political fighting doesn’t help anyone.
“I truly want you to come back home. We have been involved in politics, and we have hurt ourselves; now is the perfect moment for you to come back,” he said, encouraging both former friends and opponents to put aside their pride and join together again.
Even though there was a big offer for peace, the Minister was very clear about how strong his political team is at home, calling it an unbeatable “rainbow coalition.”
Wike gave serious warnings and made strong statements about the current political situation.
He clearly warned outside groups not to try to disturb the peace in Rivers State, saying, “Anyone from another state who is trying to harm Rivers State will face issues…
“You put your hand in, you get burned.”
He claimed that his political system has successfully secured control over future elections.
“If you’re discussing the governorship election in this state, just forget it; it’s over…
“If you believe that some kind of miracle will happen to change everything for us, that’s not true,” he said.
Assuring his supporters of their strong position, he said, “We are always very alert, any time, any day.” “We will bring you back, and we will collaborate with everyone. We are not selfish.”
Tinubu’s 3rd anniversary: Wike set to 31 days to commission projects in FCT
