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Wike To Contractors: Meet Project Delivery Timeline, No Excuses

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Mr Nyesom Wike, has urged contractors handling key infrastructure projects in Abuja to strictly adhere to agreed delivery timelines, warning that the administration will not tolerate further delays. During an inspection of ongoing projects across the capital, Wike expressed concern over setbacks on some sites, particularly a road project in Wuse. “We agreed that by the end of May or June that job […]

April 15, 2026

FCT

Wike Intensifies Project Inspection Ahead Of May Commissioning

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Mr Nyesom Wike, has intensified inspection of ongoing infrastructure projects across Abuja, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to effective governance and improved service delivery. The Minister gave the assurance after undertaking an extensive inspection tour of major project corridors, including the interchange being constructed by China Geo-Engineering Corporation (CGC), the Airport Road, Kuje junction handled by Arab Contractors, and the first section of […]

April 1, 2026

Diplomacy

Wike, Japan Strengthen Partnership On Abuja Master Plan, Infrastructure

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Mr Nyesom Wike, has pledged sustained collaboration with Japan to advance the Abuja Master Plan and critical infrastructure development. He gave the assurance while receiving the Japanese Ambassador to Nigeria, Suzuki Hideo, alongside representatives of the Japan International Cooperation Agency in Abuja. Describing the partnership as impactful and long-standing, Mr Wike commended Japan’s consistent support across key sectors, and noted that JICA’s interventions […]

March 24, 2026

FCT

How Road Projects By Wike’s Administration Are Transforming Abuja

Several ongoing major road projects by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Mr Nyesom Wike, has underscored a bold vision to transform transportation, connectivity, and enhance urban living across Abuja. From Jahi to Karsana, and from the Airport–Kuje corridor to Gwagwalada among others, the projects are set to redefine how residents move, work, and live within and around the capital city. Some of the projects include the extension […]

March 17, 2026

FCT

Encroachment Of Land Allocated To Embassies Must Stop — Wike

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Dr Nyesom Wike, has ordered the demolition of illegal structures erected on land originally allocated to foreign embassies in Abuja. Wike gave the directive during an inspection around the Diplomatic zone of Katampe Extension where a private developer allegedly encroached on land designated for diplomatic use without approval from the Federal Capital Development Authority (FCDA). Wike who vowed to restore order […]

March 13, 2026

Business

FG Flags-off $500m SPIN Project

The Federal Government has officially flagged off the Sustainable Power and Irrigation for Nigeria (SPIN) Project, a $500 million initiative designed to strengthen dam safety, expand irrigation infrastructure, and enhance hydropower development nationwide. Speaking at the launch in Abuja, the Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, Prof. Joseph Utsev, described SPIN as a strategic intervention to improve water resource management and advance Nigeria’s food security agenda. Utsev said the project, […]

March 10, 2026

Business

FG Commits To Irrigation Devt, Sustainable Energy Through SPIN

The Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, Joseph Utsev, has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to strengthening irrigation development, water resource management, and sustainable energy integration through the Sustainable Power and Irrigation for Nigeria (SPIN) Project. Professor Utsev made the remarks at the second meeting of the SPIN Project Steering Committee, highlighting that the initiative builds on the achievements of the Transforming Irrigation Management in Nigeria (TRIMING) Project, which concluded […]

March 10, 2026

Agriculture

Lawmakers Consider Bill To Regulate Fintech, Digital Payments

The House of Representatives has begun considering a bill to establish a new regulatory body for the fast-growing financial technology sector in the country The proposed legislation seeks to create the Nigerian Fintech Regulatory Commission, which would oversee licensing, supervision and regulation of fintech companies and digital payment operators. Speaking at a public hearing organised by the House Joint Committee on Banking and Technology, Speaker Dr Abbas Tajudeen said financial […]

March 2, 2026

Agriculture

More Dividends Of Democracy For AMAC Residents -Maikalangu

The Chairman, Abuja Municipal Area Council AMAC, has restated more commitment to people centered infrastructural development to meet the aspirations and yeanings of the people exepecially those at the grassroots. Maikalangu, who made the call during a visit by the members of the (AMAC) Press Corps under the leadership of Comrade, Wisdom Acka said more People'oriented projects are underway to further deliver on his second term campaign promises. The AMAC […]