FCT Minister Flags Off Arterial Road N1 Construction Project

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Barrister Ezenwo Nyesom Wike, has officially flagged off the construction of the Arterial Road N1, a major infrastructure project aimed at improving road networks and resolving traffic issues in Abuja.

The project, awarded to Messrs Arab Contractors Nigeria Limited, is expected to be completed within one year and eight months.

The project involves the construction of a dual-carriage road with three lanes in each direction, a five-span bridge, drainage systems, water pipelines, power supply, and street lighting.

The new road will boost socio-economic activity, improve residents' living conditions, and support the city's long-term urban growth in line with the Abuja Master Plan.

 The project is expected to create numerous direct and indirect jobs for the youth.

Minister Wike's Address

Minister Wike expressed confidence that the contractor would complete the work on time, citing their successful ongoing project on Federal Highway 105.

Wike denied reports of being sick, saying he took a deserved break from his busy schedule and emphasizing the need to be healthy to work.

Wike criticized the trend of abusing President Tinubu on social media, noting that Nigerians are fortunate to have a President who believes in the rule of law.

Minister Wike assured doctors that their concerns, including allowances and employment of health officers, were being addressed.

The FCT Administration has devised new strategies to improve street lighting, including four-year maintenance contracts and introduction of new technologies to prevent vandalism.

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