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Wike Promises Abuja Will Look Unrecognizable by 2027: Bold Infrastructure Plans Unveiled

By Achimi Muktari

In a bold promise to transform Nigeria's capital, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has declared that Abuja will look entirely different by the end of President Bola Tinubu's first term in 2027, thanks to massive infrastructure development.

Wike made this statement during the inauguration of the upgraded War College/Army Checkpoint Road and other roads in Ushafa, Bwari Area Council, Abuja, on Monday. He emphasized that both the city and its surrounding area councils are undergoing significant improvements, with more than 15 projects currently underway.

"Abuja Will Be Transformed"

Wike highlighted Tinubu’s commitment to fulfilling promises, urging patience from Nigerians. “By 2027, Abuja will be completely different. Infrastructure in the city and area councils will have taken a monumental leap,” Wike said. He revealed that three additional projects in satellite towns would soon be launched.

Beyond the Capital: Area Councils in Focus

Wike also pointed out that the administration’s focus extends beyond the city center. Area councils such as Kwali, Gwagwalada, and Kuje are being transformed with critical infrastructure, including road networks and potable water projects. The minister referenced a new Memorandum of Understanding with a Chinese company to bring clean water to these regions.

Wike Calls for Accountability

Emphasizing the importance of accountability in governance, Wike urged Nigerians to hold elected officials responsible for delivering on their promises. “Politics is a covenant between those elected and the people who elected them. The achievements under Tinubu’s administration are not propaganda but verifiable facts,” he stated.

Major Road Projects to Benefit Satellite Towns

The 18-kilometer War College/Army Checkpoint Road upgrade is part of a broader effort to improve road networks in Abuja’s satellite towns. Wike praised the use of indigenous contractors for these projects, as directed by President Tinubu, who aims to empower local businesses with the capacity to deliver.

Support for the Administration’s Vision

Wike urged residents of the FCT to rally behind the Tinubu administration, asserting that the ongoing development projects will improve their quality of life. Senate Committee Chairman David Jimkuta also hailed the initiative, calling it a key milestone in President Tinubu’s renewed hope agenda for the nation.

With significant infrastructure projects underway and bold promises for the future, Wike's vision suggests that by 2027, Abuja will stand as a symbol of modern development and urban transformation in Nigeria.