Tinubu inaugurates Abuja road, promises completion of inherited projects

President Bola Tinubu has inaugurated the completed Federal Highway 105, a six-lane dual carriageway connecting the Airport Expressway to Kuje Township in the Federal Capital Territory. Represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima, Tinubu emphasized his administration's dedication to fulfilling promises made under the Renewed Hope Agenda, particularly by prioritizing the completion of inherited projects.

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I stand before you today with a heart full of gratitude. Indeed, we are not just commissioning a road. We are keeping a promise.

Tinubu stated that the delivery of the highway demonstrates the government's resolve to end the era of abandoned projects. He asserted that his administration inherits challenges not to abandon them, but to solve them. The road project, initially awarded in 2022, had faced delays, causing hardship for commuters due to congestion and environmental issues like dust and flooding. The federal government intervened to ensure its completion, strengthening oversight through the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike.

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Three years ago, we took an oath to serve you. We promised to end the era of abandoned projects. Today, Federal Highway 105 is another proof that we keep our words.

The President highlighted that the project's benefits extend beyond transportation, forming part of a broader strategy for inclusive development. He stressed that the Renewed Hope Agenda aims to reach grassroots communities, not just the city center. The completed highway is expected to significantly reduce travel time, ease traffic congestion, improve market access for residents and farmers, and stimulate economic activity in satellite communities around Abuja.

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Let me be clear: my administration does not inherit problems to abandon them. We inherit challenges to solve them.

Tinubu also noted that the project would help decongest the capital, potentially increase property values, attract private investment, and support farmers in getting their produce to market promptly. He urged residents and business owners to fulfill their tax obligations and other statutory responsibilities, emphasizing that such contributions are vital for continued infrastructure development. The president also called on communities along the corridor to take responsibility for protecting the newly completed infrastructure.

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The Renewed Hope Agenda is not for the city centre alone. True democracy must be felt at the grassroots. It must be felt in Kuje. It must be felt by every Nigerian.