By [Your Name], AbujaThe Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Barr. Nyesom Wike, has said that while protest remains a legitimate right in every democracy, no amount of blackmail will derail President Bola Tinubu’s administration from delivering on its mandate.
Speaking at the official flag-off of the construction of Access Roads ILS 02 and ILS 03 (Timipre Sylva Street) in Mabushi District on Monday, Wike stressed that the Federal Government welcomes lawful demonstrations but will not succumb to threats or distractions.“Democracy is all about protest. You can protest, it is your right. But let me assure you, blackmail will not change anything. It will not stop what Mr. President is committed to doing for Nigerians,” Wike stated.
The Minister maintained that Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda is firmly on course, with infrastructure, education, health, transportation, and youth empowerment at the heart of government interventions in the FCT.
He noted that while some critics accuse his administration of focusing heavily on road projects, such criticisms are proof that visible progress is being made.“We didn’t come here for beauty contests. We came here to work, and at the right time, every sector will show its report card,” he said.
Wike also assured residents that only projects with available funds are being undertaken to prevent abandoned contracts, adding that accountability remains a guiding principle of his leadership.
