Wike Flags Off ILS 02 and ILS 03 Roads In Mabushi

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Dr. Nyesom Wike, has flagged off the construction of access roads ILS 02 and ILS 03, linking Timipre Sylva Street in Mabushi District.

Speaking at the ceremony, Wike assured residents that no stone would be left unturned in delivering massive infrastructural transformation before the end of President Bola Tinubu’s first term.

He explained that the new roads represent another milestone in the actualization of President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, which prioritizes modern infrastructure, efficient transportation, education, healthcare, and youth empowerment in the nation’s capital.

“By the time Mr President’s tenure expires, Abuja will be a different city. In terms of infrastructure, Abuja will compete with other known cities of the world. What we are doing is implementing the vision of the President, and no sector will be left untouched,” he said.

The Minister dismissed criticisms that his administration is focusing too much on roads, stressing that infrastructure is the foundation for sustainable development. He further noted that all ongoing projects are fully funded to avoid abandonment.

“Don’t bring projects when you don’t have the money. If you award contracts without funding, you only raise false hopes. That is why we are ensuring that every project we flag off is backed by available funds,” he stated.

After the flag-off, Wike inspected ongoing works at the Court of Appeal complex in Dakibiyu, Jabi District, as well as judges’ quarters in Gishiri. While expressing satisfaction with the pace of work on the judiciary housing projects, he voiced concerns over delays at the Court of Appeal site.

“I am not too satisfied that the contractor will meet the promised timeline, but I believe the project will not exceed this year,” he said, adding that he had summoned the contractor for urgent talks.

Wike commended President Tinubu’s commitment to the welfare of judicial officers, emphasizing that decent accommodation is key to strengthening judicial independence.

“With what Mr President has put out, it shows he wants our judges to be independent and safe, not living among criminals. That is why these quarters are very important,” he said.

The Mabushi road project and the judiciary housing schemes form part of the FCTA’s renewed efforts to complete priority infrastructure that had either stalled or suffered delays under successive administrations.

Remy Johnson, Edited By Grace Namiji