Tinubu Pledges to Replicate FCT Infrastructure Drive Across Nigeria

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has pledged to extend the infrastructure transformation taking place in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to every part of Nigeria, reaffirming his administration's commitment to delivering roads, bridges, rail lines and other critical projects that will stimulate economic growth and improve the quality of life of citizens.

The President gave the assurance on Tuesday during the inauguration of the newly completed Transitway N-2, linking Abuja's Central Business District with the Wuse District, including two newly constructed bridges executed by the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA).

Represented at the ceremony by Senate President Godswill Akpabio, Tinubu said the project reflects his administration's determination, through the Renewed Hope Agenda, to build modern infrastructure capable of driving economic development, improving connectivity and creating opportunities for businesses and residents.

According to the President, the newly completed corridor is a major component of the Abuja Master Plan and is expected to ease traffic congestion, improve urban mobility and strengthen transportation links between key districts of the nation's capital.

"For years, travelling between Wuse and the Central Area meant navigating bottlenecks, wasting productive hours and enduring frustrating traffic congestion. Today, that narrative has changed," Tinubu said.

"By reducing travel time and linking these two major districts, we are creating new commercial opportunities, improving productivity and making life easier for residents and businesses."

The President assured Nigerians that similar infrastructure investments would be replicated across the country as part of his administration's broader commitment to national development.

Tinubu also commended the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, for what he described as the remarkable transformation taking place in Abuja through the faithful implementation of the city's Master Plan.

"You have contributed to something bigger than a road. You have contributed to the future of our capital city and strengthened Nigeria's pride," the President said.

Speaking at the event, Wike described the Transitway N-2 as a strategic transport corridor that will significantly improve movement between the Central Business District and Wuse, while easing traffic and supporting economic activities within the capital.

The minister attributed the pace of infrastructure delivery in the FCT to President Tinubu's support, particularly the decision to remove the Federal Capital Territory Administration from the Treasury Single Account (TSA), which he said has improved project financing and execution.

Wike disclosed that more completed projects under the Tinubu administration would be commissioned before the conclusion of the ongoing inauguration exercise on July 17.

"There are so many things Mr President has done that Nigerians are yet to know. By the last day of these inaugurations, we will present what he has done for the people of the FCT and Nigerians in the last three years," Wike said.

"Nigerians need to know why they should continue to support and pray for this administration."

The minister also announced plans to digitally map all roads within the Federal Capital Territory, including those not currently captured on Google Maps, to improve navigation and enhance accessibility across the city.

Also speaking, Minister of State for the FCT, Mariya Mahmoud, described the newly completed corridor as a strategic investment that will enhance connectivity, stimulate economic activities and improve urban efficiency.

She said the project reflects the administration's commitment to building a modern, inclusive and functional capital city in line with the objectives of the Renewed Hope Agenda.