By Ismaila Jimoh, Abuja
President Bola Tinubu has said that there is no louder proof of a serious government than how it modernized it’s cities.
Tinubu stated this on Tuesday while commissioning the newly constructed open up road in Dakibiyu district and collector road CN8 within the Federal Capital City (FCC) in Abuja.
The President who was represented by the Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima said his administration remains committed to urban renewal and economic revitalization, describing infrastructure as not just concrete and steel but the most persuasive advertisement of leadership, order and vision.
He said that modern city inspires confidence, attracts investment and also restores the dignity of those who call it home.
Tinubu said: “There is no louder proof of a government’s seriousness than the modernization of its cities. When a city works, when its roads are paved, when its lights are on, and when its traffic flows smoothly, it tells the world that its government is not just present but purposeful,” he said.
“The capital of this great nation must reflect the strength and dignity of all who call it home. We are determined to ensure that development knows no postcode, that governance does not discriminate, and that the dignity of our citizens is not defined by their geography.
“I must, at this point, pay tribute to the Honorable Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Barrister Nyesom Wike, whose sense of urgency in the execution of these projects is well known to Nigerians. We thank you and your entire team in the FCTA for this outstanding work.
“This administration remains steadfast in its support for the FCTA. We will continue to provide the resources, policy backing, and institutional cooperation needed to ensure that projects like this are delivered on time and to the highest standards,” the president added.
In his address, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Barr. Nyesom Wike thanked the President for always giving needed support to the FCT Administration in its drive to provide infrastructure development in the territory.
According to him: “Your Excellency, the road is good now. When we wanted to find a land for the construction of the Abuja Division of the Court of Appeal and I was told by the Director of Lands that there was a space. I said, let me go and see the place. Your Excellency, you can’t believe that as a city we could have such terrible, horrible roads.
“And through the Federal Executive Council, by your support, this contract was awarded last year, September, and we flagged it off October last year. Today, we are commissioning this.
“Your Excellency there’s no talking too much today, but to thank you for your continued support, and we continue to solicit for more support.”
