President Bola Tinubu says appointing Nyesom Wike, minister of federal capital territory (FCT), was one of the best appointments he made since the start of his administration.
Tinubu spoke in Abuja on Wednesday during the commissioning of the extension of the inner southern expressway (ISEX) and the outer southern expressway (OSEX) to the southern parkway.
The president, who was represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima, commended Wike for his commitment to his vision for a modern, prosperous, and inclusive federal capital.
“As we celebrate this achievement, it is crucial once again to acknowledge the concerted efforts of the FCT minister, chief barrister Ezenwo Nyesom Wike and his team, and all stakeholders involved, including private sector partners,” he said.
“As I said the last time, Wike is a force of human nature. Love him, hate him, but you cannot ignore him.
“Because at every point in time, he is striving to redefine the meaning and concept of leadership. Wike is one of the best appointments ever made in the history of the current democratic dispensation in this country.
“He is an exemplary leader, worthy of emulation by us all. He is a very mercurial partner; unfortunately, leadership has turned down that tempo.
“The whole political space is populated by careful friends. But now he has stopped dancing, he has stopped singing, but he is still performing.”
On the commissioned project, Tinubu said the expressway symbolises connectivity that would bridge the gap between urban and rural areas.
“As we gather here today to commission the extension of the inner southern expressway (ISEX) and the outer southern expressway (OSEX) to the southern parkway, we celebrate not just the completion of yet another road project by the FCT administration, but also the commitment of our administration to engendering progress and prosperity,” he said.
“The extension of the ISEX represents more than just a road; it symbolises connectivity, accessibility, and opportunity.
“It signifies our unwavering determination to bridge the gap between urban and rural areas, ensuring that development is not confined to city centres, but reaches every corner of our great nation.
“But let us not forget that this is just one of the many projects that have been completed across the FCT.
“There are still many more strategic projects in the pipeline, each designed to address the evolving needs of our federal capital. From upgrading existing infrastructure to initiating new projects, we are laying the ground for a more sustainable and prosperous future.”
