L-R Director, Procurement, FCDA, Mr. Rasheed Salimonu, FCT Minister, Barr Nyesom Wike, Hon. Thompson Emmanuel; Senator Philip Tanimu Aduda during the Minister's inspection of ongoing construction of Arterial Road N16, Gwarimpa ( linking Ring Road II to Ring Road III) on Wednesday, July 29.
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POLITICAL CAMPAIGNS ARE FOR SHOWING YOUR REPORT CARD - FCT MINISTER
- Says August campaigns will not affect ongoing infrastructural projects
The Minister of the FCT, Barr Ezenwo Nyesom Wike has stated that the
August 19 onset of campaigns towards the 2027 general elections will not affect
development activities in the nation's capital.
Speaking to newsmen on Wednesday, July 29, while on an inspection tour
of ongoing road projects, Barr. Wike said that development efforts in the FCT will only boost campaign activities, and cannot be halted by
politics.
He said the FCT Administration (FCTA) will leverage its track record of
infrastructural development as its primary campaign platform for the 2027
elections.
According to the Minister, "Campaigning is about showing what you
have done. What are you going to tell the people when you have nothing to show?
For me, campaign means presenting your report card. All we have to do is return
to the people and say: 'We made these promises to you, and we have kept them.'
This administration, as far as the FCT is concerned, has shown its report card
and will have no problem winning elections."
During his project assessment which included a tour of he Full Scope
Development of Arterial Road N16 at Gwarimpa (Lnking Ring Road II to Ring Road III) and the Tungan
Madaki–Zuba Road connecting the Abuja–Kaduna Highway, the Minister
commended key contractors for maintaining momentum and executing quality work
ahead of funding disbursements.
Barr. Wike noted that the N16 interchange bridge and its connecting corridors is essential for opening up the local axis and relieving traffic gridlocks and pledged prompt release of necessary funds to keep project completion on schedule.
While also evaluating the progress along the
Tungan-Madaki corridor connecting to the Abuja–Kaduna Highway, the Minister
lauded the contractor for maintaining high standards, particularly on drainage
and earthworks during the rainy season, with target completion slated for
December.
The Minister further expressed satisfaction with the
proactive approach demonstrated by major contractors handling FCT projects,
particularly highlighting their willingness to commence work without waiting
for initial mobilization funds:
"What gives us satisfaction is that these companies never wait for
mobilization before starting work. They know the government will pay, and we do
not take that trust for granted. I am going back to ensure funds are made
available so that momentum is sustained " Barr. Wike stated.
The Minister reassured residents that the FCTA remained fully focused on fulfilling all commitments made under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's Renewed Hope Agenda, ensuring that infrastructure delivery across both urban hubs and satellite towns remains uninterrupted.
MORE PICTURES AND CAPTIONS
Ongoing work at the Tungan Madaki to Zuba road during an inspection visit of the FCT Minister on Wednesday, July, 29, 2026
Aerial view of Arterial Road N16 (linking Ring Road II to Ring Road III) at Gwarimpa during an inspection tour of the FCT Minister on Wednesday July 29.
RABI MUSA UMAR
DEPUTY DIRECTOR, PRESS
(OFFICE OF THE HON. MINISTER)
FCTA/ODP/PR/887
29/07/2026
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