Tinubu praises Wike for transforming Abuja
President Bola Tinubu has commended Nyesom Wike for improving the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) since becoming its minister. Speaking at a thanksgiving dinner in Abuja, Tinubu highlighted the progress made in the city, including the inauguration of multiple projects. He praised the efforts of Wike and his team, noting the positive changes in the FCT. Other officials also credited Wike for his leadership and vision in developing the capital.
Key takeaways
- Bola Tinubu said the FCT is changing for the better under Nyesom Wike’s leadership.
- At a special thanksgiving dinner, Tinubu celebrated the inauguration of 31 projects across the FCT in 28 days.
- Wike stated that when he assumed office as FCT minister in August 2023, he found demotivated civil servants but worked to establish the FCT Civil Service Commission.
- The removal of the FCT from the Treasury Single Account enabled access to funds from commercial banks for projects.
- Speaker Tajudeen Abbas and contractors praised Wike for his vision and the transformation of Abuja.
