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From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesome Wike, yesterday, flagged off the construction of a crucial road project connecting Transit Way (N2) in the Wuse District to Abuja’s central area.
The project, which includes the construction of two bridges, is expected to enhance connectivity and drive further urban development in the city.
Explaining the origin of the project’s location during his inspection tour, Wike, said: “In one of our inspection periods, starting from the area near the T.Y. Danjuma Foundation, I recognised the bold step taken by our elder statesman to begin construction of that road. I said these are citizens who mean well for our people.”
He further emphasised his commitment to the project, stating: “I joined the Executive Secretary of FCDA who took over from that point, to link it up to Wuse with two bridges. Today, to the glory of God, we are here to flag it off.”
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Addressing the project managing director and team, the minister was firm on the need for top performance: “I’ll be on your neck, day and night. You have a lot of work to do. Don’t bother about the rain; it will soon stop, and then you have to start fully.”
Wike underlined the importance of road infrastructure as a foundation for urban development and investment.
He also revealed ambitious plans for other sectors, saying: “We will start total rehabilitation of not less than 40 schools after this road flag-off, adding to the 70 schools already ongoing, with almost 45 completed and well finished.”
He also stressed that attention would be paid to healthcare and education sectors, urging officials to stay alert and responsive.
In her remarks, FCT Minister of State, Mariya Mahmoud, affirmed that the flag-off of the construction of the Transit Way (N2) to connect the Central Area with Wuse District, alongside two strategic bridges, marked another milestone in the collective quest to strengthen connectivity, ease traffic congestion, and promote seamless movement within the Federal Capital Territory.
