By Otobong Gabriel, Abuja
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has assured residents that political activities ahead of the 2027 general elections will not distract him from delivering critical infrastructure projects across Abuja.
Wike gave the assurance on Wednesday while inspecting several ongoing projects in parts of the capital city, amid criticism that he has been spending too much time on political matters in Rivers State.
The former Rivers State governor has recently been involved in a prolonged political dispute with his successor, Governor Siminalayi Fubara — a development that sparked concerns about whether his ministerial responsibilities could suffer.
However, the minister dismissed the concerns, insisting he has the capacity to effectively manage both politics and governance, with priority placed firmly on service delivery.
According to him, politics and administration are separate responsibilities, and his commitment to the people of the FCT remains unchanged.
“I assure you, politics is not going to affect my work,” Wike said. “The only way it will affect work is to make people happy by ensuring that the Renewed Hope Agenda is real and working.”
He stressed that project execution would continue seamlessly, noting that timely payment of contractors and consistent supervision are key to meeting deadlines.
During the inspection tour, Wike expressed satisfaction with the pace of work on the road connecting Baze University, the Body of Benchers complex, Nile University and the Wupa Light Rail Station in the Idu area.
The contractor, he said, has promised delivery by May, with plans to inaugurate the project as part of activities marking President Bola Tinubu’s third year in office.
He also visited the ongoing extension of the Body of Benchers building, which he disclosed is about 80 percent completed, with only landscaping left before completion.
Another major project inspected was the construction of a 7-kilometre road linking the Airport Road to Tunga Madaki and surrounding communities.
Wike described the road as a fulfillment of the FCTA’s promise to improve connectivity and open up underserved areas.
He further directed that work should begin on extending the road to Zuba to enhance access for residents.
Despite mounting political tensions back home, Wike maintained that governance remains his top priority, emphasizing that infrastructure delivery and improved living standards for Abuja residents will not be compromised.
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