Nwosu commends Wike over infrastructure development in Abuja
By Henry Umoru
ABUJA — Former Chief of Staff to a former Imo State governor, Ugwumba Uche Nwosu, has praised the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, for what he described as remarkable infrastructural development across Abuja.
Speaking with journalists in Abuja, Nwosu said residents and visitors to the nation’s capital could clearly see the impact of ongoing development projects being executed under Wike’s leadership.
He noted that the FCT Minister had demonstrated strong leadership through the delivery of key infrastructure projects, including major roads, bridges and public facilities.
“I have lived in Abuja for over 25 years and I know what many of these roads looked like before now,” Nwosu said.
He cited projects such as Apo Road, Maitama Bridge, Jahi Bridge, the Jahi–Gwarimpa Interchange, the Airport Expressway–Kuje Road, the Kuje–Gwagwalada Road, the main carriageways of the Outer Southern Expressway (OSEX), and adjoining road networks in Katampe District as evidence of purposeful governance.
According to him, one of the primary responsibilities of government is to provide infrastructure and deliver the dividends of democracy to citizens, adding that the FCT Minister has distinguished himself in that regard.
Nwosu also commended the construction of judges’ quarters, describing the project as a significant step toward improving the welfare and working conditions of judicial officers.
“Every journey begins with a step. The important thing is that development is taking place, and I believe similar interventions will extend to other government institutions and agencies,” he said.
The former Imo governorship candidate stressed the need for Nigeria’s capital city to meet global standards, arguing that Abuja should compare favourably with leading capitals around the world.
He said sustained investments in infrastructure, security and environmental sanitation were essential to enhancing Nigeria’s image and improving the experience of residents and visitors.
Nwosu maintained that the ongoing transformation of Abuja under Wike’s leadership deserves recognition, describing the minister’s performance as one of the most impactful in the history of the Federal Capital Territory.