***Says Tinubu’s Vision Is Transforming FCT into a Global Model City
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Barr. Nyesom Wike, has urged residents and business owners in Abuja to pay their taxes faithfully, emphasizing that tax compliance is key to sustaining President Bola Tinubu’s ongoing infrastructure revolution in the nation’s capital.
Speaking at the flag-off of new road and drainage projects in Asokoro Extension on Monday, Wike said the government’s ability to deliver quality roads, drainages, and streetlights depends largely on revenue from taxpayers.
“All these good roads, drainages, and streetlights wouldn’t be possible if you don’t pay your taxes,” the Minister said. “As we say, ‘Dis soup sweet, na money kill am.’ If you don’t have money to buy the right ingredients, the soup won’t taste good. In the same way, if we don’t have funds, we can’t deliver the kind of city Abuja deserves.”
He described tax payment as a shared responsibility that guarantees better living standards for all.
“When you pay your taxes, you’re buying comfort, safety, and pride for Abuja. Let’s all do our part to make this city the pride of the nation,” he added.
Wike noted that the Asokoro project is part of the Renewed Hope infrastructure agenda of President Tinubu’s administration, aimed at transforming Abuja into a world-class city.
“What you see in developed countries isn’t magic it’s the result of leadership commitment. That’s exactly what Mr. President has brought to Abuja,” he said.
The Minister revealed that in just ten days, the FCT Administration had flagged off several projects, including roads, water schemes, and streetlighting, both in the city and satellite towns.
“By the time these projects are completed, Asokoro will rank among the most beautiful districts in Abuja,” he assured.
Wike also highlighted the job creation impact of the ongoing projects, noting that the construction boom has absorbed many young Nigerians.
“Everywhere you go, construction is ongoing and that means jobs for our young people. That’s the Renewed Hope agenda in action,” he said.
He further disclosed that the FCT Administration would soon commence the rehabilitation of 40 schools and roll out new projects in the health sector, continuing the administration’s holistic development approach.
“We’ve touched transport, roads, sports, and education. Now we’re moving to health. No sector will be left untouched,” he stated.
Wike urged residents to remain patient and supportive, noting that infrastructural transformation takes time and resources.
“The Abuja of two years ago is not the same today and by tomorrow, it will be even better,” he concluded.
