Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, has praised the rapid transformation of Abuja’s road and infrastructure network, describing the pace and quality of ongoing projects as “incredible” during a press briefing following his inspection tour of various sites across the territory.

Addressing journalists after visiting road projects in Gwagwalada, Kwali, and other parts of the territory, Wike said he was amazed by the scale of development achieved in less than two years, emphasizing that Abuja is evolving into a “world-class city.”

“Abuja is becoming something else,” the Minister said. “The developments are spread to cover both the urban and rural areas. At Kwali, we saw large stretches of farmland supported by water resources and coal deposits. Abuja has come back to life.”

He commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for providing unwavering support that has enabled the FCT Administration to execute key infrastructure initiatives, describing the quality of the work as “world class.”

Wike, a former governor of Rivers State, also reflected on past administrations, noting a stark contrast in progress. “If we had been at this pace since 1999, Abuja would have far surpassed where it is today. I’ve seen many ministers come and go, but this is the first time I’m witnessing such a deep and visible impact.”

He stressed that infrastructure development must be met with civic responsibility, urging residents to take ownership of public assets to ensure their sustainability.

“Government has done its part by providing the infrastructure—it’s now up to the people to protect it,” he said. “Street lights, roads, water channels—these are community assets. When you vandalize them, you’re hurting yourself and your neighbors.”

Wike also highlighted the critical role residents can play in assisting security agencies by reporting vandalism and other acts of sabotage. “We have security agencies, yes. But community support is vital. If people feel this is their property, their community, they will protect it.”

Speaking on the upcoming commissioning of 19 infrastructure projects in the FCT, Wike declined to single out any as more important than others, emphasizing that each one was designed to improve the quality of life for residents.

“All projects are dear to me because they serve different needs,” he stated. “Not everyone will use the International Conference Centre, but everyone benefits from good roads, access to water, and improved security.”

Wike also linked infrastructure to food security, saying the opening up of rural roads would boost agricultural productivity by giving farmers better access to land and markets.

“There’s no point having fertile land if there’s no road to access it,” he said. “Now, people can move, farm, trade. This is leadership, and under President Tinubu’s administration, I believe we are witnessing real transformation.”

The Minister concluded by reaffirming the government’s commitment to holistic development, pledging that no community would be left behind in the FCT’s ongoing infrastructural revival.