- Nyesom Wike, the minister of the FCT, has said that his primary objective was not to sell land in Abuja
- Wike, a PDP chieftain serving as minister under the APC government, said the core of governance transcended party lines and it was about meeting the people’s need
- The minister noted that President Bola Tinubu appointed him to build infrastructure in the Nigerian capital
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Nyesom Wike has made it clear that his primary focus is on improving infrastructure in Abuja rather than selling land. He emphasized this during the flag-off ceremony for the construction of the Pai community road in the Kwali Area Council.
Wike stressed that President Ahmed Tinubu did not appoint him to sell land but to improve the lives of residents through infrastructure development. He believes that infrastructure is key to enhancing living conditions in both urban and rural areas. The minister challenged previous ministers, asking what they achieved during their tenure, especially in rural areas.
Wike explains why he was appointed as FCT minister
Photo Credit: @GovWikeSource: Twitter
Wike advocates for good governance
According to Leadership, the minister advocated for a hands-on approach to governance, dismissing empty promises made on television, which he termed “3Ds.” He emphasized the importance of effective governance, transcending party affiliations. “Governance has nothing to do with having PDP or APC,” he said, emphasizing that meeting the people’s needs is the core of governance.
The minister also addressed contractors working on the Pai road project, outlining expectations and timelines. He challenged them to deliver on their promises and promised prompt payment if they completed the project within 12 months.
His statement reads in part:
“Let me tell you, and I want to say clearly, let everybody hear me: Ahmed Tinubu did not make me minister to come and sell land here.”
Source: TheTalk.NG
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