Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Senator Heineken Lokpobiri, has challenged critics of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Barr. Nyesom Wike, to acknowledge the remarkable infrastructure development taking place in Abuja.
Lokpobiri, who joined Wike on an inspection tour of ongoing projects in the FCT on Tuesday, said the minister had significantly transformed the capital city through massive road construction and other infrastructure projects.
The petroleum minister, who disclosed that he had lived in Abuja since 2007, said the level of development recorded under Wike was unprecedented.
According to him, even those who may not like Wike personally cannot deny the impact of the projects, particularly as residents continue to benefit from improved infrastructure.
He expressed surprise at the pace of work on the Games Village-Apo Bridge and other road projects, noting that a road flagged off in July had recorded substantial progress within five months.
Lokpobiri said the development demonstrated Wike’s commitment to delivering projects within stipulated timelines.
He also commended President Bola Tinubu for supporting the FCT minister, stressing that the administration’s commitment to infrastructure development was visible across Abuja.
He urged residents and critics alike to acknowledge the transformation taking place in the nation’s capital.
