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  • Wike puts N20m bounty on arrest of two remaining kidnappers, charges Police CP to fish them out

    Wike puts N20m bounty on arrest of two remaining kidnappers, charges Police CP to fish them out

    By Joyce Remi-Babayeju

    Three FCT Minister, Barr. Nyesom Wike on Wednesday put a N20 million bounty on the heads of the two remaining criminals still at large to be arrested, either dead or alive.

    Wike placed this bounty this during his first visit to the FCT Police Command when some arrested criminals were publicly displayed.

    Wike who emphasized the money placed on the heads of the remaining criminals said,” You say it is remaining about two or three more persons to be arrested, let me put money on their heads, wherever they are send your men after them wherever they are , I will give them N20 million, go and fish them out from wherever they are, use that money in their head I want to see them dead or alive.”

    The minister who commended the FCT Police Command promised to support the police with more vehicles and communication gadgets to aid their intelligence gathering and arrests of more criminals in the territory.

    “We will do everything humanly possible to provide all that you require to fight crime and criminality in FCT. We believe in the next few weeks you will get more vehicles, more communication gadgets that will enable you and your men to face these criminals.”

    “And let me assure the residents of FCT that with the support of Mr. President we are fully prepared to face them, adding that the time has come, every day is for the thief , the next day is for the owner of the house.”
    The minister further enjoined the residents to see the police as their friend by providing information.

    “Information is key. Without information, there is nothing the police can do . I urge you to still do more in intelligence gathering. It is intelligence that has led to these arrests.”

    The FCT Commissioner of Police, Bennett Igweh disclosed that the so far some groups consisting of eight members of one – chance have been arrested , while acting on credible intelligence reports including arrest of the most wanted gang of kidnappers terrorizing the FCT.
    Furthermore, the head of a syndicate gang of criminals operating with their wives over the years were arrested after they both collected the sum N 2 million each on behalf of their husbands.
    They are responsible for the kidnappings and killings at Kabusa, Defense estate and environs, Igweh said.

  • The period of abandoned projects is over, Wike assures Kwali residents

    The period of abandoned projects is over, Wike assures Kwali residents

    By Joyce Remi-Babayeju

    The FCT Minister, Barr. Nyesom Wike on Wednesday assured the people of Kwali Area Council that the period of abandoned projects is over in Kwali and indeed all the area Councils.

    He said, ” Since you people have requested that all abandoned projects in Kwali should be completed, I am giving the assurance, go home and sleep because l will do it. You must get quality things from us.”

    Wike gave this assurance at the flag-off of the construction of the Yangoji- Sukuku- Ebo 11 kilometre road leading to Kuje Area Council.
    The minister emphasized that rural people also deserve good roads and in addition 24 schools which have been identified in the six Area Councils and Primary Health Care Centers, PHCs.

    He said, ” we are all going to work together, it does not matter which party you belong to. This is the first time we are driving development to the people.”
    ” That is why the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Tinubu, means that so many people have lost hope and this administration is saying l am bringing back hope. I am here to give you back your hope.”

    “Mr. President has asked me to go and interface with the people, what you are experiencing now is temporary, things will bounce back.”

    “He said, “FCT people, this is your own turn to benefit. We will not be tired of coming to meet you from time to time. In fact, if there was anyway to relocate and stay with you and understand how you feel, we will do it.”

    The minister enjoined the people to continue to support the Area Councils and “Asiwaju”, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration so that he will be able to fulfil all the promised he has made.”

     ”  Continue to pray for him for God to give him the strength, the health any the wisdom because it is not easy.”

    .He urged the contractor, Gilmor , to employ youths who are ready to work , as he promised to pay them and provide security.

    According to Wike, because  of the availability of funds for contract awards , contractors in the FCT no longer wait for mobilization before moving to the sites, due to the renewed confidence they now have in the  administration.

    Wike was conferred with the title” Kauran of Kwali” meaning the leader or he who is in front , by the Kwali traditional institution and he was decorated with the Sword of Office.

    While thanking the Area Council Chairmen and the people of Yangoji- for coming out enmasse to support the government and the project been carried out for the community, stated that this shows that they are happy with project and are committed to defend and own it.

    The Chairman, Kwali Area Council, Hon. Danladi Chiya, who is also the ALGON Chairman, thanked the Minister for the project and called for the completion of previously abandoned projects in the Council. 

     Hon. Chiya noted that the road which will lead to Kuje Area Council, will, on completion make it easy for farmers to transport their goods to neighbouring Area Councils as well as enhance security in the council. 

    The coordinator, STDD, Olusegun Olusa, in his overview of some projects recalled that the FCT Administration had earlier flagged off the construction of the 7.2 kilometer Paikon Kore-Ibwa road in Gwagwalada, in addition to the 9km Gaba-Tokulo road in Bwari as well as a 5km dual carriageway in Kuje area Council.

    He added that with these projects, rural communities in the FCT are now beginning to feel the impact of the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

    According to Olusa, the scope of work for the Yangoji-Sukuku-Ebo road will consist of the construction an 11km asphaltic road on 8 meter carriageway which also include site clearance and earthwork, reinforced concrete pipe culverts of various sizes, 150mm thick crushed stone-base course, among others.

  • Kuje Dual Carriageway construction shows renewed hope agenda is working- Wike

    Kuje Dual Carriageway construction shows renewed hope agenda is working- Wike

    Daybreak Abuja

    …To build 25 schools, hospitals
    … Earns traditional title as  Jikan Dan Majidadin Kuje

    By Joyce Remi-Babayeju

     Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Barr. Nyesom Wike has said the construction of the Kuje Dual Carriageway is a testimony that shows that the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is working.

    Wike said this on Monday at the flag-off exercise of the construction of a 5km dual carriageway in Kuje Area Council of the FCT, adding that the road project also rekindles the president’s assurance that he means well for the nation’s capital.

     The minister noted that the president is stopping at nothing to ensure that the people reap the dividends of democracy, stating that this is enough support for FCDA to perform.
     
    Wike said, “I would like to mention that Mr. President is fully supporting us and his mandate is very clear to the Hon. Minister of State and my humble self. When you people say that the Minister of State and my humble self are working, it’s because we have a President who gives us anything we want.”

    “He has given us the support, and so we have no excuses to give but to let the people know that Mr. President is behind everything we are doing. Every request we have made, Mr. President has always given to us. So, for us, we don’t have any excuse not to do what we are supposed to do.”

    Wike who also assured of the availability of funds to carry out the road projects, as he charged the contractor , Arab Contractors to complete them within the specified time, or the contract will be revoked.

       He said, “If you take our money, you must do our road. There is no grammar there. I cannot be Minister and you collect our money and say you won’t do the job. For me and the Hon. Minister of State, we don’t have time for the dry season, we don’t have time for the rainy season. If you collect our money under rainy season, you must also work under the rainy season.

    Furthermore, the Minister reassured that all abandoned projects in the FCT Area Councils that were awarded by the FCT Administration would have to be completed, to ensure that they impact positively on the people and preserve the resources of government.

    He also also disclosed that provisions have been included in the FCT’s 2024 statutory budget for the renovation of schools and hospitals in the FCT.

    He said, “We are not only doing roads. Very soon, in the next one week or two, we are going to flag off the total renovation of not less than 25 schools, we are going to do that. So, we are not just talking about roads. We are also talking about schools.”

     “We are also going to come back to most of our hospitals that have been abandoned. Take for example, the Utako hospital that has not been completed, the Gwagwalada Hospital, we are coming back to put them in order for the use of our people, for the interest of our people. We cannot be answering FCT just by mouth. We must answer FCT and show that indeed this is FCT. Likewise, we are going to do that”.

     Referring to the safety and welfare of the residents, he called for the continued support of the Area Councils in the fight against poverty and insecurity in the FCT, adding that insecurity does not differentiate between political party affiliation or societal class.

     
    The FCT Minister of State, Dr. Mariya Mahmoud on her part, stated that the dualization of the carriageway from is another testimony of our administration’s commitment to the socio-economic development of the FCT.

    Mahmoud said,” Let me reiterate that investing in rural infrastructure is not just a matter of economic development; it is a fundamental step towards building inclusive, resilient, and sustainable communities.”

    The Chairman, Kuje Area Council, Abdullahi Suleiman Sabo, who expressed the Council’s gratitude that its request for the dualization of the carriageway has been granted by the FCT Minister, said that the road project will also solve the challenges of perennial gridlock and overflow of drains, especially during the rainy seasons.

     The Gomo Kuje, Alhaji Haruna Jubrin bestowed on Barr. Nyesom Wike, the traditional title of Jikan Dan Majidadin Kuje, which loosely means the custodian of good will.
    This will be the third title bestowed on him, following the titles from the traditional leaders Gwagwalada and Bwari Area Councils.

  • Wike’s fight against insecurity in FCT will yeild positive results, Mahmoud assures residents

    Wike’s fight against insecurity in FCT will yeild positive results, Mahmoud assures residents

    By Joyce Remi-Babayeju

     The FCT Minister of State, Dr. Mariya Mahmoud, has assured FCT residents that the FCT Minister, Barr. Nyesom Wike’s efforts to combat insecurity in the territory will soon yield positive results.

    The Minister gave this assurance when she went on a sympathy visit to the family of Al-Kadriyar Mansoor, whose  daughters were recently released after several days in the kidnappers den.

    Mahmoud, stressed that since the reported cases of kidnapping in recent times, the FCT Minister, Barrister Nyesom Wike, has been on his feet doing all that is necessary to improve on the security situation in the city centre including the satellite towns.

    She said, “I am sure the people of FCT will also bear witness of our collective efforts in tackling insecurity. They have seen how we have been up and doing since this incident of kidnapping and other security matters.”

    “His Excellency, Barrister Nyesom Wike, has been on his feet. We have been doing all that is necessary to improve on our security situation in FCT.”

    “All the support to be given to the security agencies has been put in place and also some materials and equipment they need to carry out their works are also in the process.”

    “So also the issue of access road, we think will also improve the security situation in FCT and the satellite towns.”

    “I am sure you too have seen that the issue of kidnapping is going down, but we want it at a zero level.”

    She, however, expressed satisfaction over the victims state of health, noting that they are in a stable condition.

    The minister said,”we are here today in the house of Mr. Alkadriyar Mansoor, because of the tragedy that happened to the family.”

    “Precisely the issue of kidnapping of his five female children but released by the support of the government and family members.”

    “So we have come to support the family and to tell them that the FCT Administration is with them.”

    “By and large, we are here to see how they are coping psychologically, mentally and also spiritually. And we thank Almighty Allah for their lives and health because they are in a stable condition.”

    In his response, the father of the children who was also a victim, Mr. Alkadriyar Mansoor, thanked the minister for her show of love, and called on the Administration to extend the same to other victims.

    He also called on the Administration to equip the security agencies more, adding that the current equipment used by security agencies cannot measure up with the equipment used by the bandits.

    He said, ” I am highly elated that the FCT Administration deemed it necessary to pay my family visit of which there are several other families who have been victims of kidnappers.”

    “And I wish they would extend the gesture they have extended to me to other families who have been kidnapped like this as well.”

    “Nevertheless, I want the government to improve on the security in the local areas within FCT. Bwari most especially is so porous. Bwari is bordering about three or four states. And of which if action is not taken it might escalate to other things I don’t expect.”

    “And the Nigerian Police Force needs to be empowered more. Most especially those in the rural areas and not in the city centers.”

    “What they are having in their hands, the equipment they have cannot really measure up with what the criminals are using nowadays.”

    “So buying them vehicles is not the only thing. Buy them gadgets that they will use to work.”

    The minister was accompanied by the Mandate Secretary, Women Affairs Secretariat, Hon. Adedayo Benjamins-Laniyi, the Director FCT Reforms Coordination and Service Improvement, Dr. Jumai Ahmadu and the Deputy Director in charge of Child Development, Mr. Idris Yahaya.

    The highpoint of the visit was the presentation of items and undisclosed amount of cash to family.

  • Wike’s intervention suspends FCT primary teachers strike over peculiar allowance

    Wike’s intervention suspends FCT primary teachers strike over peculiar allowance

    By Joyce Remi-Babayeju

    The timely intervention by the FCT Minister, Barr. Nyesom Wike has suspended the indefinite strike action embarked by the FCT Wing of the Nigerian Union of Teachers (NUT) primary school teachers over their demand for peculiar allowance.

    The union State Secretary, Mrs Margaret Jethro, made this known in an interview on Monday in Abuja.

    The union, however, said that the 40 per cent Peculiar Allowance, amounting to over N8 billion was still hanging.

    According toJethro, the strike which was suspended with effect from Monday, followed the intervention of Wike to settle part of the minimum wage arrears owed the teachers.

    She explained that Wike promised to settle 40 per cent of the over N7 billion minimum wage arrears, while the area councils would settle the remaining 60 per cent, adding
    that the payment would begin from January and complete by March.

    “We have suspended strike with effect from today and teachers are already in class.”

    “Wike had promised that the deduction of the 40 per cent minimum wage arrears will begin this January and the area councils too will bring their own deductions for the three months.”

    “So, based on that, we are giving him the benefits of the doubt,” she said.

    Speaking on the N8 billion 12-month Peculiar Allowance debt, Jethro stated that the area councils had argued that primary school teachers were not entitled to it. Mb

    She noted that the minister has promised towrite to the National Income and Wages Commission for clarification.

    “The area council chairmen insisted that primary school teachers are not entitled to it, but the circular that came from the National Salaries, Income and Wages Commission says all staff on consolidated salary, and primary school teachers are on consolidated salary.”

    “So, the minister said he is going to make clarification himself and do the needful.’

    “We decided to take what he has given to us and give him time to make the clarification,” she said.

    The Union Secretary however said that if nothing was done, the Union will take the next line of action.”

    The strike was a continuation of an earlier one suspended in 2023 over non-payment of 40 per cent Peculiar Allowance and 25 months minimum wage arrears, among other issues

    The NUT suspended the strike on Oct. 2, 2023, to allow for the resolution of the issues within six weeks which was not achieved.

    Daybreak reports that the teachers had on Jan. 15 began an indefinite strike.

  • Kidnapping: Wike orders Council Chairman to set up, profile vigilance groups

    Kidnapping: Wike orders Council Chairman to set up, profile vigilance groups

    By Joyce Remi-Babayeju

    Federal Capital Territory FCT Minister, Ezenwo Nyesom Wike has ordered the six Area Council Chairmen to set up vigilance groups and also profile members of the groups.

    Wike gave the order during a strategic security meeting with members of the FCT Council of Chiefs and the council chairmen.

    Wike promised that the Administration would continue to work with the traditional rulers in ensuring foolproof security for the nation’s capital.

    He said, “We have asked all the Area Councils to set up vigilance teams and we believe that those vigilance teams won’t be the ones perpetrating the crimes.”

    “Therefore, they must be profiled so that they are known. Who are they? Are they from our communities? So that we won’t say we want to solve a problem and then cause another one. They (chairmen) will have to do that with you (traditional rulers).”

    “We have told the police and other security agencies to itemise all their needs and we are going to meet them so that our people can sleep comfortably with their eyes closed.”

    The minister stated that the meeting with traditional rulers and the council chairmen is to enable c
    them work in synergy and on the same page.
    “If there are things you think we should do too, we are willing to partner with you so that the challenges we are facing now will be a thing of the past. ”

    “You must work hard because insecurity is not written on anybody’s face. Anyone can be a victim and that is why we must do everything possible to ensure that our subjects are not victims of these criminals.”

    “We are not folding our hands we are not sleeping. We are working 24 hours round the clock.”

    “Again, you would have heard that we are demolishing shanties. You know criminals won’t want to live in known houses. They commit crimes and run to shanties that can’t be easily traced. So, we will continue to demolish shanties. You need to support us. You don’t allow people to bring propaganda. There is nothing like that.”

    Meanwhile,Wike reiterated his commitment to roll out buses in order to reduce the incidences of ‘one chance’ or taxi robberies in the territory.

    “Very soon we are going to roll out our buses which will be painted in Abuja colours and we won’t allow taxis that are not painted in our colours to operate so that this issue of one chance can be eliminated”, he stated.

    He disclosed that before President Bola Tinubu departed for France on Wednesday, he had asked him to inform the traditional rulers that government was doing all within its powers to secure the nation.

    “We sincerely thank all of you for your concerns and efforts. Before Mr President departed this afternoon he said I should inform you that the government is doing all within its powers to curb insecurity.”

    Already, the government has shown strength and courage in fighting insecurity across the country.

    “This is the FCT where many Nigerians want to come to and stay and so we are more concerned because when the capital is threatened, the whole country is threatened. So, we are very serious with security. We are not sleeping. We are working 24 hours.”

    “We have met with the councils and we have told them the little we need which is information to be able to help security agencies that are directly involved in the fight against criminalities. Nobody would say there is anywhere in this world no matter how developed that has no form of insecurity or the other. ”

    The only difference is that it is either nipped in the bud or you are sure that if it happens the criminals are caught. But that is not an excuse for us. We are ready to ensure it doesn’t happen or when it happens, the perpetrators are arrested and made to face the wrath of the law, he emphasized.

    “The president has given us series of approvals to make sure that security agencies are fully equipped to fight this crime and we cannot do this alone without your support. You have a role to play in securing your domains. You know those around your domain. If there are unfamiliar faces, you can let the council chairmen know, so as to report to my office so that actions can be taken”, he added.

    The Ona of Abaji and Chairman, FCT Council of Chiefs, Alhaji Adamu Baba Yunusa who said the minister was not new to governance or to Abuja, expressed optimism in his ability to turn around the fortunes of the territory.

    “You are not new in Abuja and we trust you that you are going to change the story of Abuja by God’s grace.”

    “Continue with what you are doing and we are backing you”, the Ona assured.

  • Wike warns the public against politicisation of insecurity in FCT

    Wike warns the public against politicisation of insecurity in FCT

    By Joyce Remi-Babayeju

    The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Mr Nyesom Wike has warned the public against politicisation of insecurity in FCT.

    Wike, who gave the warning during a media chart in Abuja on Monday, added that politicians were cashing out on the current security challenges to cause panic among FCT residents.

    He expresses concern on of commending the efforts of Security agencies as they are handling insecurity, some residents have continued to create panic by dishing out false alarms.

    The minister commended security agencies for the efforts so far, adding that the media chats present an opportunity to update Nigerians as regard the issues of security in FCT.

    He stressed that the security agencies should be commended for the successes being recorded so far, rather than the political propaganda that security in FCT has collapsed to cause panic.
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    “After the first kidnapping incident in Bwari, President Tinubu summoned the service chiefs and my humble self and within a few days you have seen what they have achieved.

    “But nobody is talking about that. Nobody has come to commend them. All you here security has collapsed,” he complained.

    He called on residents to give the government the needed support and desists from generalizing security issues as if it was a daily occurrence.

    According to him, nobody is happy that kidnapping is rearing its ugly head in FCT.

    “Nigerians forget easily and that is why we have always said let’s not play politics with the issue of security.

    “Remember, some time ago, in the last administration, we were told that bandits came to Kuje prison and wreaked havoc. Nobody said there was no Minister of FCT. There was a minister.

    “Nobody talks about FCT being the capital. Remember, there was an administration where terrorists came and burnt the United Nations building here. It was in FCT.

    “Remember, there was an attack to burn the police headquarters. There was a minister.

    “All over the world, we have heard where armed men went to school in cities and shot at will, killing 15 to 16 people in the United States in Britain as developed as they are.

    “That does not mean that the security in those cities has collapsed.”

    The minister urged residents to learn to appreciate government efforts and support the security agencies with intelligence information to assist in addressing the challenge.

  • We’ll make FCT Hot for bandits, kidnappers, Wike warns

    We’ll make FCT Hot for bandits, kidnappers, Wike warns

    …Promise to support security agencies with logistics

    By Joyce Remi-Babayeju

    The FCT Minister, Barr. Nyesom Wike has sent a stern warning that the FCD Administration will make the territory very hot for bandits and kidnappers operating in Bwari and environs.

    Wike gave this stern warning in Bwari on Wednesday during a Town hall meeting to address the prevailing security challenges in Bwari Area Council.

    The minister who acknowledged the prevailing security challenges in the area, sympathized with those who have lost their lives, and those kidnapped and assured them of security.

    “We are doing everything to ensure those kidnapped are released. We will fight them to release our people and chase them away.”

    Wike said, ” the President has given me approval for everything necessary for logistics, so security will not have any reason to complain.”

    The minister noted that the increased insecurity in the North East has made the area unsettled for criminals, promising that FCT will make Bwari Area Council and the FCT totally unconducive for criminal activities.

    He further warned that informants of the bandits who are living among the people will no longer sleep, as he
    assured of the needed support to security agencies and the area Councils, adding that such meetings would henceforth go around all councils.

    He also solicited support from Stakeholders’ to help flush out bandits and kidnappers activities in the FCT.
    Furthermore, he advised Nigerians to desist from soliciting for ransom , adding that such actions will only embolden the criminals to continue their enterprise.

    Meanwhile, the minister has enjoined the traditional institutions to also support security agencies with useful information to help flush out bandits.

    The minister who delivered the president’s solidarity message to Bwari residents told them that the president had given him a marching order to provide all necessary support to all security agencies, in addition to providing vehicles for logistics.

    Present at the Town hall meeting were all the heads of security agencies in the territory led by FCT commissioner of police, Garba Haruna, the Sarkin Bwari, Etsu Bwari, Senator Philip Aduda, Chairman of Christian Association of Nigeria, Imam, Bwari Area Council, hunters and vigilantes.

  • Insecurity: Wike charges Security Chiefs, Council Chairmen to tackle challenges in FCT

    Insecurity: Wike charges Security Chiefs, Council Chairmen to tackle challenges in FCT

    … Says FCDA is not sleeping

    By Joyce Remi-Babayeju

    The FCT Minister, Barr. Nyesom Wike today called for an emergency meeting with Security Chiefs and Area Council Chairmen where he charged them to wake up to tackling security challenges in the territory.

    Wike also said that his administration is not sleeping over the recent security challenges in various parts of the territory.

    He said, “We are all aware of the security situation in the Federal Capital Territory, particularly Bwari and some other areas that we have witnessed security challenges.”

    The minister also assured Nigerians residing in the FCT not to panic, adding,” We are taking every step to make sure that those challenges are things that we must have to resolve.”

    “So this meeting is practically to look into such challenges and see how we will be able to resolve the problems and that is why we invited all the Council Chairmen because, they also have a responsibility in their various Area Councils.

    Speaking further, the minister explained that there is a collective effort to come up with solutions.

    “This is just for you to know that we are not sleeping, security also are not sleeping. We will require every support that they require in order to take away the fears of the citizens or residents.”

    Wike however warned Area Council Chairmen against leaving their responsibilities and travel out.

    “We have gotten reports that Council Chairmen travel anytime and then, if anything happens, they will not call anybody’s name except the FCT Minister.”

    So for your information, we are doing everything we can to resolve the security challenges we are recently facing, the minister assured.

    Meanwhile, the minister noted that the recent NUT strike is not the fault of the Administration but that of the Area Councils, adding that.

    He noted although Primary Schools are under Area Councils, part of the Administration’s meeting is to see how to resolve the problem.

  • Wike promises to prioritize Sustainable infrastructural development in FCT

    Wike promises to prioritize Sustainable infrastructural development in FCT

    By Joyce Remi-Babayeju

    The FCT Minister, Barr. Nyesom Wike has promised to prioritize the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda of Sustainable development for the Capital Territory.

    Wike made this promise in his 2024 new year message on Monday to the residents.

    He said, “The promises embedded within the Renewed Hope Agenda resonate deeply with our aspirations for the FCT as they encapsulate our dedication to enhancing infrastructure, inclusive growth, and fostering a sustainable environment conducive to economic empowerment and social well-being.”

    “Over the past few months, we have made significant strides in various sectors, propelled by a commitment to excellence and innovation. Our efforts have been directed towards enhancing infrastructure, ensuring effective urban planning, bolstering healthcare facilities, improving education, and creating an enabling environment for businesses to thrive.”

    “In the year ahead, we will commit to implementing robust policies and initiatives that will bolster the development of the FCT and ensure that it continues to thrive as a model of excellence in all ramifications.”

    The minister stated that his administration aims to continue on our current course of accelerated infrastructural development including road construction, public transportation with re-opening of the Abuja Metro System and the expansion of essential amenities such as water supply and electricity to meet the demands of the ever-increasing FCT population.

    Other areas include fostering enable environment economic growth through entrepreneurship, and youth employment opportunities.

    “We intend especially to focus attention on the tourism sector, which hitherto had remained largely untapped and which has the potentials of being a major revenue earner for the FCT.”

    According to the minister, his administration is dedicated to advancing social welfare programs such as healthcare, education, and housing, to ensure all residents have access to essential services and quality living conditions.

    “We will intensify efforts to enhance educational institutions, equip our youth with the necessary skills, and create opportunities for their holistic development.”

    We are also dedicated to implementing robust urban planning and renewal strategies and initiatives which include the removal of shanties and slums and a renewed commitment to adherence to the dictates of the Abuja Master plan, Wike emphasized.