President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his
administration's commitment to prioritizing the welfare of all Nigerians,
emphasizing that this will be central to his national development strategy. On
Thursday, he made this clear at the inauguration of the Wuye bridge
interchange, which connects the Wuse and Wuye Districts in the Federal Capital
City (FCC).
During the ceremony, President Tinubu
reiterated his vision of building an inclusive nation where no one is left
behind, stressing that governance is 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," he stated.
Highlighting ongoing investments in
essential services such as water supply, electricity, and road networks,
President Tinubu mentioned that his administration has set the stage for
economic growth, social progress, and an improved quality of life for the
residents of the Federal Capital Territory.
He noted that the completion of the Wuye
project would significantly enhance 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," he
added.
President Tinubu also commended FCT
Minister Barrister Nyesom Wike and his team for completing a project that was
initiated in 2009. He expressed 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. "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.
He highlighted the 15-year struggle to complete the bridge and the difficulties faced by people and businesses during this period. "Thanks to the president’s determination, we have restored hope with this project’s completion," Wike added. He also credited the success of various projects in the FCT during President Tinubu’s first year in office to 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," Barrister Wike concluded.
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