In a bold move to enhance infrastructure and stimulate development, the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has approved a substantial budget of ₦36.5 billion for critical projects across Abuja and its satellite towns.
The announcement was made by Abdulkadir Zulkiflu, Coordinator of the FCTA’s Satellite Towns Development Department, during a press briefing in Abuja following the first executive committee meeting of 2025.
According to Zulkiflu, the approved funds will be allocated to a range of key projects aimed at improving sports, judicial infrastructure, power supply, and urban security. A significant portion, ₦19.6 billion, has been designated for the construction of multi-event sports centers designed to promote athletic development and community engagement. The contracts for these centers have been split into two major lots: Lot A, located in Area 3 and Area 10 of Garki District, awarded to Earthgain Energy and Environmental Services Ltd at a cost of ₦9.9 billion, and Lot B, situated in Kafe District behind Life Camp, awarded to Tegwa-Tegwa Nigeria Ltd for ₦9.7 billion. Both projects are scheduled for completion within 12 months.
In addition to sports facilities, the FCTA has allocated ₦13.9 billion for the construction of two magistrate courts, part of a broader effort to improve access to justice in the capital territory. The courts will be established in Asokoro and Garki Districts, with costs of ₦7.6 billion and ₦6.3 billion respectively. The Asokoro court is expected to be completed within 15 months, while the Garki court has an 18-month completion timeline. These new judicial infrastructures aim to ease legal processes and enhance the efficiency of the justice system in Abuja.
Addressing the critical issue of power supply and urban lighting, the FCTA has also approved ₦3 billion for the procurement and installation of a 33kV power supply system to serve communities from Dawaki to Bwari. This funding will also support the installation of solar-powered streetlights along Arab Road and U-Shape Road in these areas. The contract for this project has been awarded to CGC Nigeria Ltd, with a projected completion period of six months. This initiative is expected to significantly improve security and public safety in the satellite towns by enhancing street illumination.
Zulkiflu emphasized that these projects reflect the FCTA’s commitment to creating a modern, secure, and vibrant environment for residents. By focusing on infrastructure development, the administration aims to foster economic growth, improve the quality of life, and attract further investments into the Federal Capital Territory and its surrounding areas. As work progresses, the FCTA assures the public of strict adherence to timelines and quality standards to ensure the successful delivery of these transformative projects.
