Nyesom Wike, the minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), cited President Bola Tinubu’s support for recent infrastructure projects in Abuja as evidence of the importance of the president’s support.
The minister praised Tinubu’s leadership on Tuesday while inaugurating the newly constructed Right-Hand Service Carriageway in Abuja, claiming that his commitment to the city has led to the apparent transformation in the capital.
According to Wike, “Monkey dey jump, monkey dey jump.” Some of you may not be aware of the proverb. When Mr. President gives us support, we are doing well. We wouldn’t be here if he weren’t.
The former governor of the Rivers continued to expand the metaphor while urging the president to continue supporting him.
“So it’s because a tree is nearby when we say a monkey is jumping.” He continued, “promising to do my best in accordance with the Renewed Hope Agenda, for the interests of our country and Abuja,” adding that if a monkey jumps without a tree, his leg will break.
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Wike argued that the FCT’s ongoing development is planned and necessary, and that road infrastructure is essential to Nigeria’s economic growth. He also urged Tinubu’s support of the projects to continue, thanking President Tinubu for it.
Any economic growth is fueled by road infrastructure. We are letting the people of Abuja know that Mr. President has done a good job of promoting development and prosperity. So we ask that you keep supporting us, Mr. President. If you are not giving us support, the minister rebuked. “We cannot do anything,” the minister said.
The FCT Minister has been in charge of several projects since he took office, including the newly opened Right-Hand Service Carriageway. These developments have attracted criticism over funding priorities despite receiving praise for their improved infrastructure.
The $ 39 billion renovation of the Abuja International Conference Center, which was recently renamed after President Bola Tinubu, is one of the most contentious projects. Opposition groups and members of the public have been critical of the project’s cost.
Source: Channels TV
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