Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Barr. Nyesom Wike, has dismissed insinuations that his absence from the recent Council of State meeting was politically motivated, affirming his unwavering loyalty to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and his administration’s vision for Nigeria.
Speaking during the inspection of completed road projects in Daki Biyu District on October 14, 2025, Wike said his absence was purely due to prior official engagements and that the FCT Minister of State was duly assigned to represent him.
“I had already told Mr. President that I would not be available because of other official engagements. So, the Honourable Minister of State represented the FCT in that meeting,” Wike clarified.
The Minister described reports suggesting political grievances as “propaganda and blackmail,” saying such distractions will not derail the administration’s focus on development.
“Those spreading propaganda and blackmail only want to distract us, but we remain focused. When you start delivering, the achievements will silence all critics,” he added.
Wike emphasized that under President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, Abuja has witnessed unprecedented infrastructure renewal, with several key roads now completed and serving major institutions such as the Police Service Commission and the Code of Conduct Tribunal.
“I thank God today that by the support of His Excellency, Mr. President, all the roads here have been completed,” he said, commending Tinubu for providing what he described as “the right leadership.”
He also praised his team, including the FCT Minister of State and officials of the Federal Capital Development Authority (FCDA), for their cooperation and dedication.
Wike assured residents that more projects including schools and public facilities would soon be delivered, promising that next year’s anniversary celebration would showcase unprecedented development in the FCT.
“Through Mr. President, it will be a different narrative. You can see it coming,” he said confidently.
