President Bola Tinubu has reassured Nigerians of his administration’s dedication to prioritizing their welfare, making it the cornerstone of his national development agenda.
During the inauguration of the Wuye bridge interchange linking Wuse and Wuye Districts in the Federal Capital City (FCC) on Thursday, President Tinubu emphasized his commitment to building an inclusive nation where no one is left behind. He highlighted the administration’s view of government as a continuous process.
“The best way to achieve greatness is to look forward, aspire for great results, and not be hindered by obstacles. We must see opportunities in obstacles and seize them,” President Tinubu stated.
He also underscored ongoing investments in essential services such as water supply, electricity, and road networks, noting that these initiatives lay the groundwork for economic growth, social progress, and improved quality of life for residents of the Federal Capital Territory.
The completion of the Wuye project, he said, will significantly improve traffic flow within and around the district. “This facility enhances the security of our people, making them the central focus of our development efforts, which is the essence of democracy. Our determination to succeed and extend happiness to the teeming population, and bring about prosperity and tangible value of immense proportions to our people is the primary objective of this government,” the President added.
President Tinubu commended FCT Minister, Barrister Nyesom Wike, and his team for completing a project that was initiated in 2009, expressing his willingness to make personal sacrifices for the welfare and prosperity of Nigerians. “Your resilience, patience, and unwavering support have been instrumental in making this possible. Projects and results are not realized by chance. They come through thoughtful planning and execution. I am very proud of this achievement,” he said.
In his remarks, Barrister Wike mentioned that residents of the FCT had lost hope in the completion of the interchange bridge linking Wuye and Wuse districts but now have a reason to rejoice due to the President’s support. “The FCT is working due to the President’s significant support. This project, initially awarded in 2009 at a cost of N34 billion, was revised to N74 billion before this administration took office on May 29, 2023,” the Minister said.
Highlighting the 15-year struggle to complete the bridge and the difficulties faced by people and businesses during this period, Wike noted, “Thanks to the president’s determination, we have restored hope with this project’s completion.”
Wike also mentioned that the array of projects being inaugurated in the FCT during President Tinubu’s first anniversary was made possible by the exclusion of the FCT from the Treasury Single Account (TSA). “Moving us out of TSA made these achievements possible. I sincerely thank you, Mr. President, for this approval,” Wike concluded.
Additionally, President Tinubu inaugurated the Defence Intelligence Agency’s (DIA) new office complex in Abuja, where he was represented by Senate President Godswill Akpabio at the ceremony.
