FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has reaffirmed that Abuja remains one of Nigeria’s safest cities.
He said ongoing road, lighting, and waste projects are boosting security and improving urban development.
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has reiterated that Abuja remains one of the safest cities in Nigeria, while also noting substantial progress on key infrastructure projects in Wuye District and Kuje Area Council.
Wike made this known on Saturday, October 4, 2025, after inspecting ongoing works at the Wuye District Infrastructure Project and the Federal Highway 105, which links the Umar Musa Yar’Adua Expressway to Kuje town.
Speaking with journalists, the minister stated that security within the FCT has greatly improved compared to previous years, explaining that isolated criminal incidents should not be used to define the city’s overall safety profile.
According to him, Abuja continues to stand out as a secure urban centre, with the “Light Up Abuja” initiative designed to install solar-powered streetlights across major routes and districts further strengthening security efforts.
Wike remarked that while occasional incidents might occur, such events should not overshadow the fact that the capital has remained largely peaceful for months. He urged residents to acknowledge the efforts of security agencies and the administration in maintaining law and order across the territory.
On infrastructure, the minister expressed satisfaction with the pace of work on the Wuye District project handled by Arab Contractors, noting that the contractor has assured completion within the next ten days.
He also lauded progress on the dual carriageway from the Airport Road to Kuje, describing it as a major transport link that will reduce travel time from Kuje to the city centre to about 15–20 minutes. Wike said the project is expected to be inaugurated during President Bola Tinubu’s third-anniversary celebrations.
The minister further highlighted the transformation of the Kuje corridor, adding that the scale of ongoing work reflects the Renewed Hope Agenda’s commitment to balanced development. He said the new eight-lane road would make it unnecessary for residents to relocate closer to the city, as accessibility will soon be seamless.
Wike also addressed the issue of waste management, revealing that the FCT Administration has begun clearing refuse dumps along Airport Road and the Nyanya/Karshi axis. He disclosed that new contracts for waste disposal will be awarded within two weeks and that only firms with proven capacity will be engaged to sustain a cleaner capital city.
He expressed optimism that the new waste management strategy would significantly improve the city’s sanitation standards.
