Wike vows to transform Abuja into a world-class city before 2027

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has assured residents that Abuja will rival some of the world’s leading cities before the end of President Bola Tinubu’s first term in office.

Wike gave the assurance on Thursday during the flag-off of the construction of Arterial Road N20 (Solomon Lar Way), linking Road N5 (Obafemi Awolowo Way) to the Airport Expressway.

He said the rapid transformation of Abuja was a reflection of the president’s Renewed Hope Agenda, stressing that no sector would be neglected under his leadership.

“All of us can attest to the fact that under the Renewed Hope Agenda of Mr President, the narrative has changed.

“By the grace of God, before the end of his first tenure, Abuja will compete with most cities in the world,” Wike said.

He cautioned contractors against abandoning projects, urging them to stay on site until completion.

The minister also disclosed that the administration has expanded its intervention into the health sector, emphasizing that every sector of the capital territory will receive due attention.