Wike: FCT Hits 60% of 2026 Capital Budget
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul The Federal Capital Territory Administration has achieved 60 percent implementation of its 2026 capital budget despite delays in the release of funds, FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has said. Wike disclosed this on Wednesday in Abuja while briefing journalists after inspecting five ongoing infrastructure projects across the Federal Capital Territory. The minister said […]
Wike Targets Apo Relocation, Okada Ban Before Year-End
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has announced that the relocation of traders from the Apo Mechanic Village to the newly developed Wasa District will be completed before the end of 2026, as the administration moves to strengthen urban planning and security in Abuja. Speaking during a media parley […]
Wike Orders Demolition Of Illegal Rail Corridor Shanties
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has ordered the immediate demolition of illegal shanties and criminal hideouts along the Kukwaba rail corridor near Karmajiji, describing the settlements as a major security threat to residents of Abuja. The directive followed an emergency security meeting held on Friday at the […]
Abuja Transitway Commissioning: Tinubu Pledges Nationwide Infrastructure Expansion
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul President Bola Tinubu has pledged to replicate the pace of infrastructure development currently underway in the Federal Capital Territory across the country, saying every region will benefit from improved roads, bridges, rail lines and other critical public infrastructure under the Renewed Hope Agenda. Speaking on Tuesday during the inauguration of the newly […]
Tinubu Commissions Karsana Road, Cuts Travel Time for Residents
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul President Bola Tinubu has commissioned a 10.5-kilometre road network linking Karsana West to the Outer Northern (Murtala Mohammed) Expressway, a move expected to unlock access to the 3,112-unit Renewed Hope Cities and Estates in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). Represented by Senate President Godswill Akpabio at the inauguration on Friday, the President […]
Tinubu Vows Every FCT District Will Get Development
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul President Bola Tinubu has declared that no district in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) will be left behind in his administration’s infrastructure drive, saying development is now reaching both the city centre and satellite communities. The President made the declaration on Wednesday while applauding the performance of FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, stating […]
Karu Road Upgrade Will EaseTraffic, Economic Losses – Tinubu
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul President Bola Tinubu says the rehabilitation of key township roads in Karu is aimed at addressing the transportation challenges that have affected residents, commuters and businesses in the area for years. Represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima during the inauguration of the completed road network on Monday, the President said the project […]
New Mabushi Road to Drive Abuja Growth – Tinubu
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul President Bola Tinubu has said the newly completed Mabushi–Ahmadu Bello Way Link Road will unlock fresh economic opportunities in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), describing infrastructure development as a key driver of national growth and prosperity. Represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima during the commissioning of Collector Roads C01 and C02 in […]
Tinubu, Wike Defend Infrastructure Drive Amid Criticism
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul President Bola Tinubu and the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, have defended the Federal Government’s infrastructure-led development agenda, insisting that investments in roads, bridges and public utilities are key to unlocking economic growth and improving citizens’ lives. Speaking through Senate President Godswill Akpabio during the commissioning of the […]
Tinubu Commissions Kuje-Gwagwalada Highway
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul President Bola Tinubu has commissioned the first phase of the Kuje-Gwagwalada dual carriageway in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), describing the project as a major intervention that will boost security, improve transportation and unlock economic opportunities for residents of satellite communities. Represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima at the inauguration ceremony on […]