Construction news in Abuja is marked by important developments. FCT Minister Malam Muhammad Bello has announced that the Ministry of Finance has released 50 per cent of the N100 billion supplementary budget for 2023 approved by the National Assembly. This announcement comes after an inspection visit to some ongoing projects in the FCT by the Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike.
As part of his visit, the minister expressed his satisfaction with the quality of the projects in progress and ordered the permanent secretary to immediately pay the contractors in charge of these projects. He also stressed that the assent of the FCT statutory budget reinforces the belief that all projects will be completed as promised.
Governor Wike welcomed the support of the people of Abuja and promised to fulfill all promises made. He expressed confidence that the projects would be delivered on time and stressed that the challenges encountered along the way were surmountable with the support of President Bola Tinubu. He stressed that the agenda of renewed hope was not just empty talk, but a promise kept.
The inspection visit made it possible to see progress on various projects. The construction of the Outer Southern Expressway, carried out by China Geo-Engineering Corporation (CGC) Nigeria Limited, is progressing rapidly and is expected to be delivered by May. Likewise, work on the Northern Expressway N-20 and the vice-president’s residence, carried out respectively by Gilmore Construction firm and Julius Berger, is well underway.
Representatives of construction companies reported on the progress made and stressed the importance of continued collaboration to ensure deadlines are met. Officials of CGC Nigeria Ltd assured that all efforts were being made to complete the Outer Southern route within the stipulated time. For his part, Julius Berger reported the significant progress in the cleaning work and the infrastructure created.
This inspection visit demonstrates the government’s commitment to the successful completion of development projects in Abuja. Respecting deadlines and the quality of the achievements demonstrate the desire to honor the commitments made to the inhabitants of the capital. This desire to realize the agenda of renewal of hope is translated into concrete actions to improve the infrastructure and quality of life of the inhabitants of Abuja.
In conclusion, the ongoing construction projects in Abuja are progressing satisfactorily. The government’s commitment to meeting deadlines and guaranteeing the quality of achievements reinforces the confidence of residents. The efforts made to overcome the challenges encountered along the way demonstrate the determination of the authorities to keep all the promises made. Abuja will continue to develop and provide a quality living environment for its residents.