Tinubu Praises FCT Minister Wike, Citing 'Renewed Hope' in Abuja's Transformation
Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- President Bola Tinubu praised FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, stating he has not disappointed him.
- Tinubu, represented by Vice President Shettima Kashim, highlighted Wike's role in urban renewal and improved security in Abuja.
- The President asserted that infrastructure projects like the Collector Road CN2 symbolize the administration's commitment to tangible results and restoring confidence in governance.
President Bola Tinubu has lauded the performance of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, declaring that the minister has consistently met and exceeded expectations. Represented by Vice President Shettima Kashim, Tinubu made these remarks during the inauguration of Collector Road CN2 (Emmanuel Okanla Boulevard) and other road networks in Abuja's Katampe District.
When I gave him the assignment to make Abuja a true capital city, I knew his track records. Wike, you have not disappointed Mr. President.
Tinubu noted that social life in the capital is gradually returning, and criminal hideouts are disappearing, attributing this to "good governance that delivers security, mobility, and dignity." He specifically commended Wike for his efforts in transforming Abuja into a true capital city, stating, "Wike, you have not disappointed Mr. President. From transforming abandoned roads into new boulevards, to delivering water projects and judicial quarters, you work day and night. You do not give excuses; you give results."
From transforming abandoned roads into new boulevards, to delivering water projects and judicial quarters, you work day and night. You do not give excuses; you give results. The people of the FCT call you โMr. Projectโ for a reason.
The President emphasized that the newly completed road is more than just infrastructure; it represents the administration's "Renewed Hope Agenda" translating into tangible outcomes. He stated, "This road is a testament to the Renewed Hope Agenda. Nigeria is working again. The economy we met was gloomy. Today, you see transformation. A road like CN2 is more than concrete. It is hope. It tells every Nigerian that government can deliver."
My fellow residents of Abuja, we did not stop at the road. We installed solar streetlights. this road is a testament to the Renewed Hope Agenda. Nigeria is working again. The economy we met was gloomy. Today, you see transformation. A road like CN2 is more than concrete. It is hope. It tells every Nigerian that government can deliver. It tells our youth that this country belongs to them.
Tinubu thanked the residents of Katampe and Mabushi districts for their patience during the construction period. He reiterated that the "Renewed Hope" agenda is evident in the visible developments, including the road and street lighting, signifying that government can deliver and that the country belongs to its youth.
Wike, you have not disappointed Nigerians. From abandoned roads to new boulevards, from water projects to judicial quarters, you work day and night. You do not give excuses. You give results. The people of the FCT call you โMr. Projectโ for a reason. Well done.
Originally published by ThisDay in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.