Speaker Tajudeen Abbas on Tuesday applauded Minister of Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Nyesom Wike for developmental projects within the nation’s capital.
Abbas said Wike has made the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu proud.
He spoke at the official flag–off ceremony of the construction of an access road from Rind Road 1 by N16 judges quarters construction of internal roads within judges’ quarters in Katampe district.
The Speaker said Nigeria, like many other developing nations, has an infrastructure deficit.
According to recent estimates, he said Nigeria needs to invest about $3 trillion over the next 30 years to close the infrastructure gap and achieve the level of development required for sustained economic growth.
Abbas said the road network, power supply, housing, healthcare, and education sectors are some of the areas in urgent need of attention.
Abbas, who was represented by his Deputy, Benjamin Kalu said: “I would like to take this moment to specially commend Minister of the FCT, Nyesom Wike, CON, for his transformative leadership since assuming office. The Minister has hit the ground running, initiating projects that address the critical needs of this growing city.
From road construction to urban renewal programs, his dedication to enhancing the infrastructure of the FCT is evident. We have witnessed several flag-offs, not just as ceremonial acts, but as milestones in the commitment to make Abuja a world-class city. I commend Wike for his transformative leadership. You have made us proud.
The ongoing rehabilitation of major roads, the clearing of illegal structures, and the focus on environmental sustainability are all testaments to the Honourable Minister’s vision of an Abuja that is not only beautiful but functional and efficient.
I am confident that with the completion of this access road and other ongoing projects, residents and visitors alike will experience the positive impacts of these developments.
As the legislature of the FCT, the National Assembly has an important role to play in supporting these development efforts. The 10th National Assembly, which I am privileged to lead, is fully committed to collaborating with the Executive to ensure that the FCT receives the necessary legislative backing to facilitate infrastructure development.
We are ready to consider and pass laws that will further enhance the governance structure of the FCT and approve appropriations that will make meaningful infrastructure projects, such as this road construction, a reality.”
