Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to completing major infrastructure projects across Abuja, saying there will be no pause in ongoing construction until key targets are achieved.
Speaking after inspecting the Apo-Karshi and Bwari-Kubwa road projects on Monday, Wike said the recent commissioning of several projects does not signal the end of the administration’s infrastructure programme.
He stressed that the FCT Administration remains focused on delivering projects promised to residents before the end of the year, noting that President Bola Tinubu’s first term is still ongoing.
“Has the tenure of Mr. President ended? Certainly not. His first tenure has not ended. His first tenure will end precisely on May 29, 2027. If that is the case, it means the work has also not ended,” the minister said.
Wike explained that the administration had publicly committed to commissioning several strategic projects before January and would ensure those promises are fulfilled.
According to him, maintaining public trust requires consistent delivery, adding that contractors would continue to be closely monitored to ensure projects are completed within agreed timelines.
DailyInsightNG report that Wike expressed satisfaction with the progress made on the Apo-Karshi Road project, which was originally awarded in 2010 but experienced years of delays before construction resumed under the current administration.
He praised President Tinubu for supporting the revival of the project and commended SCC Nigeria Limited, the contractor handling the road, for the quality of work carried out so far.
The minister noted that streetlights are already being installed on the route and also acknowledged the cooperation of host communities throughout the construction process.
On the Bwari-Kubwa Road project, Wike instructed the contractor to keep to the agreed completion schedule despite construction challenges, insisting that there should be no unnecessary delays.
He assured the company that the FCT Administration would continue releasing funds promptly to prevent disruptions and ensure work progresses before the end of the dry season.
The minister disclosed that inspections of other ongoing projects would continue in the coming days as part of efforts to drive what he described as the administration’s “promise made, promise fulfilled” agenda.
According to him, between eight and ten major infrastructure projects are expected to be completed before January.
Wike also addressed concerns over reports of illegal street racing on some newly completed roads in Abuja.
He warned that the administration would not tolerate reckless driving or activities capable of endangering residents, stressing that motorists interested in racing should use designated facilities rather than public roads.
The minister directed relevant FCT traffic authorities to investigate the incidents and implement measures aimed at improving road safety across the capital.
The renewed assurance comes as the FCT Administration intensifies work on road and other infrastructure projects ahead of its end-of-year delivery targets.