The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to improving security and infrastructure in rural communities by installing streetlights alongside road projects.
During the commissioning of the 10.5-kilometer Kabusa-Ketti road on Wednesday, Wike emphasized the dual focus on roads and lighting to enhance safety in underserved areas.
“For the first time, you can see we are providing roads and, at the same time, providing streetlights. Go to Kuje township road at night and see the streetlights. This, in a way, will improve security in the affected communities,” Wike noted.
The minister also highlighted the Federal Capital Territory Administration’s (FCTA) efforts to ease residents’ challenges and improve farmers’ access to their lands. He further announced plans to build a senior secondary school in Ketti.
“Let me assure you, without you even saying it, that Ketti will get a senior secondary school,” Wike promised, acknowledging the community’s needs.
Community Leaders Praise the Project
Christopher Maikalangu, Chairman of the Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC), described the road as transformative, noting its impact on addressing security concerns in the area.
“The poor state of the road has made it a soft target for kidnappers, armed robbers, and bandits, causing residents to abandon their homes. This road will be a game changer, enhancing socio-economic activities and development,” Maikalangu said.
He also commended other infrastructure efforts led by Wike, including road projects in Saburi, Karimo to Dei-Dei, and Life Camp in Zone C of AMAC, while urging similar interventions in Nyanya, Karu, Orozo, and Karshi in Zone A.
Enhancing Connectivity and Security
Richard Dauda, Acting Executive Secretary of the Federal Capital Development Authority (FCDA), revealed that the Kabusa-Ketti road project, awarded to Tech Oil Global Concept, is expected to be completed within six months.
“The road will connect five communities in the area to ease transportation and improve security,” Dauda explained, underscoring the project’s significance in transforming rural communities in the FCT.
