Renewed Hope: FCT Residents Hail Abuja Infrastructure Resurgence

Residents of the Nigerian Federal Capital Territory, FCT have thrown their weight behind President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the Minister of the Nigerian Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Mr Nyesom Wike over the resurgence of Infrastructural development across the city and satellites towns of Abuja.

Residents came with a slogan, Renewed Hope in Action came out to cheer the Minister while on projects inspection in Gwagwalada Area council to inspect the Market and Etsu Road and A2 to Pai road in Kwali Area Councils.

The residents who could not hide their happiness told the Minister that indeed Renewed Hope is working and FCT Residents are pleased to have associated with the ongoing transformation in Abuja Nigeria’s capital City.

They thanked President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for trusting and believing in the the capacity of Mr Nyesom Wike and giving him such peculiar tasks to overseas the FCT as the Minister.

They assured the Minister that the people of FCT will continue to give all the necessary support to the president and the FCT to ensure that they deliver on their mandate.

While responding, the FCT Minister, Mr Nyesom Wike has reaffirmed the reality of the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration, declaring that the visible impact of development projects across FCT’s satellite areas proves that hope is no longer a slogan but a lived experience.

Wike who expressed satisfaction with the ongoing transformation, especially in rural infrastructure said the joy of residents is the most powerful indicator of government success.

According to him, “We’re happy when the people are happy,” Wike stated. “When people’s happiness is tied to the government’s performance, it energizes us, telling us that we’re doing the right thing. It’s not my statement, but that of a resident who said, ‘Indeed, the Renewed Hope Agenda is at work.’ That tells you something.”

The Minister, while inspecting the A2 to Pai Road, which has now been fitted with streetlights despite being in a rural setting, emphasized the significance of purposeful leadership.

“This is the result of the right leadership. Mr. President has shown leadership, and we’re only following his vision. There’s no magic to it. When the leader is focused and provides support, those working with him have no excuse not to deliver,” he said.

During a stop at Aguma Palace, the Minister was greeted with cheers and overwhelming enthusiasm from residents, including traders and community leaders, who expressed appreciation for the improved infrastructure.

Wike further explained that, “What we saw in Aguma Palace was incredible,” Wike recalled. “The people were shouting, jubilating. That alone tells you that hope is working.”

Responding to concerns about the quality of projects being executed, especially in rural areas, Wike was emphatic, “How bad would it feel if you weren’t getting quality jobs? You’ve paid money and they’re delivering what you need of course, you’ll be happy,” he said. “The contractors know there is no room for substandard work.”

Addressing questions on whether sectors such as education and health are receiving equal attention, Wike assured that no sector would be left behind.

“Just because we’re not taking you to the schools yet doesn’t mean nothing is happening. We’ve renovated over 60 schools, and they are truly innovative and polished,” he said. “We’ll invite you after the road commissioning to see for yourself,” he said.

He emphasised that road infrastructure is foundational, pointing out its central role in accessing education, healthcare, markets, and in tackling insecurity.

The Minister stressed that, “Development anywhere in the world starts with roads. If there are no roads, which school can you attend? Which hospital can you visit? Which farm produce can you transport? Roads unlock everything.

“Even criminals think twice when there’s a good road with streetlights. It’s about deterrence too.”

Wike concluded by reiterating that under the Renewed Hope Agenda, no community, no sector, and no Nigerian will be left behind.