Wike has not disappointed — Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu has commended the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, for what he described as his strong delivery in expanding and upgrading infrastructure across Abuja.

The praise came on Friday during the commissioning of Collector Road CN2, also called Emmanuel Okanla Boulevard, alongside other completed road projects in Katampe District.

Represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima, the President said Wike had met and even surpassed expectations since taking charge of the FCT administration.

“When I gave him the assignment to make Abuja a true capital city, I knew his track records. Wike, you have not disappointed Mr President.

He further noted that the minister had consistently turned neglected and unfinished roads into modern infrastructure while also pushing water schemes and judicial buildings, stressing that his work ethic stood out.

“From transforming abandoned roads into new boulevards, to delivering water projects and judicial quarters, you work day and night. You do not give excuses; you give results.

The people of the FCT call you ‘Mr Project’ for a reason,” the president said.

Tinubu said the commissioning exercise reflected his administration’s broader push to convert policy plans into visible developments that directly affect residents.

He also pointed to the expansion of solar-powered street lighting across major parts of the capital, saying it had boosted safety and revived night-time activities.

“We have installed solar street lights, and today Katampe is bright at night. Abuja’s city life is coming back, and criminal hideouts are disappearing.

This is exactly what good governance delivers: security, mobility and dignity,” Tinubu said.

According to him, the newly completed road represents the Renewed Hope Agenda in action, showing tangible improvements in urban living.

Speaking at the event, Wike explained that the Katampe road project became necessary after adjoining infrastructure revealed a missing connection within the district’s road network.

“Last year, when Mr President commissioned the Gishiri road and the bridge linking Maitama, this road did not even exist. We identified the missing link and immediately moved to address it because infrastructure must be holistic,” he said.

He added that the project has already started influencing property development and encouraging fresh private investment in the area.

“People say nothing is happening in Nigeria, but when you look around Abuja and see construction sites everywhere, new buildings emerging daily and businesses investing heavily, the evidence speaks for itself,” he said.

Wike stressed that road infrastructure remains central to economic growth, job creation, and improved livelihoods, noting that ongoing projects across the FCT have engaged thousands of workers.

He also mentioned expansion works reaching satellite towns and rural communities, including a completed road linking Tungan-Madaki, which he said is improving access to essential services.

“For the first time, many of these communities are experiencing what government presence truly means. We are connecting people to opportunities, schools, healthcare and economic activities,” he said.

He further announced that another project—a water supply scheme in Karu—will be inaugurated on Monday to improve access to clean water in satellite areas.

Minister of State for the FCT, Dr Mariya Mahmoud, said the initiative aligns with Tinubu’s vision of using infrastructure as a tool for economic growth, inclusion, and improved living standards.

She also acknowledged the efforts of lawmakers, contractors, engineers, and community leaders in delivering the project.

Earlier, the Acting Executive Secretary of the Federal Capital Development Authority, Richard Dauda, explained that the project covers 3.9 kilometres of road with drainage systems, water and sewer lines, telecom ducts, solar street lighting, walkways, and green spaces.

He added that the new road will strengthen connectivity between Katampe, Mabushi, Jahi, Maitama, and surrounding districts while opening up new residential and commercial opportunities.