The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, says the Abuja International Conference Centre (AICC) will be the first project to be inaugurated by President Bola Tinubu.
Wike explained that the project would be inaugurated to celebrate Tinubu’s second year in office.
The minister made this known after inspecting the project in Abuja on Friday, May 9, 2025.
He commended Julius Berger, the contractor executing the total renovation of the edifice, for the quality of job so far.
He also commended the company for working based on the agreed timeline for completion of the project.
Wike stated that the centre was in a terrible state before Tinubu directed that it should be rehabilitated and upgraded to the status of an international conference centre.
Wike stated that the centre was built in 1991, saying “it is surprising that no one had attempted to give it a facelift until now.”
He described the feat as a prime example of “effective leadership”.
The minister said: “No responsible leader would allow such a facility to be referred to as an international conference centre, given its deplorable state.
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“Today, the centre has been transformed into a world-class facility, thanks to Mr President’s leadership and support.
“That’s what leadership is all about.”
Wike also inspected the ongoing extension of Obafemi Awolowo Way, from Life Camp Junction to Ring Road III, being executed by Julius Berger.
He expressed optimism that the first phase of the project would be part of the projects that would be inaugurated by Tinubu to celebrate his second anniversary in office.
The minister also commended the contractor for keeping to the project timeline, saying: “Their commitment to excellence was evident in every aspect of the project, from the equipment used to the skilled labour employed.
“This project is a testament to the renewed hope agenda, and we’re thrilled to see it come to fruition.”
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