FCT projects will sway 2027 votes for APC — Wike

Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), expressed confidence that President Bola Tinubu and the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) will see enhanced electoral success in the FCT during the 2027 general elections. Wike attributes this optimism to the significant ongoing infrastructural development across the territory.

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What the people want is simple. They want to feel the impact of governance. It is not about magic. Nigerians are interested in good governance, infrastructure, electricity and improved living conditions.

Speaking after inspecting several projects slated for inauguration, Wike noted that FCT residents are beginning to recognize and appreciate the tangible impact of governance. He highlighted that development is now extending beyond the city center into satellite towns and rural communities that had historically lacked basic infrastructure. "What the people want is simple. They want to feel the impact of governance. It is not about magic. Nigerians are interested in good governance, infrastructure, electricity and improved living conditions," he stated.

Wike challenged opposition figures to visit the FCT and assess the projects being executed by the current administration. He suggested that observing governance in action would be beneficial for the public. "I wonder where the opposition or coalition members are. They should come and see what is happening in the FCT," he added.

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What reason would people have not to vote for Mr President now? How many governments before now have been able to impact the satellite towns the way this administration is doing? This is the first time people are seeing development extend beyond the city centre into the satellite towns.

The minister indicated that at least 20 projects are scheduled for inauguration during the anniversary celebrations marking President Tinubu's second year in office, with the possibility of more projects being included as they near completion. He cited the inauguration of the A2-Pai Road in Kwali as an example of the administration's commitment to rural development, noting it was the first time a sitting president visited the area for such a purpose. Other ongoing road projects include the Gomani-Yangoji and Kuje-Gwagwalada roads, alongside the rehabilitation of the Appeal Court Complex and construction of Judges' Quarters.

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I think it will be interesting for the public to see governance in action. I wonder where the opposition or coalition members are. They should come and see what is happening in the FCT.