Tinubu to Wike: Ignore busybodies, focus on FCT development
By Jeffrey Agbo
President Bola Tinubu has urged Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, to ignore detractors and remain focused on delivering transformative projects in Abuja.
Speaking at the commissioning of the newly rehabilitated International Conference Centre (ICC) on Tuesday, Tinubu praised Wike’s leadership and dedication, noting that the FCT’s ongoing renewal reflects his administration’s commitment to quality governance and infrastructure excellence.
In his remarks, Wike thanked the president for his support and direction, crediting Tinubu for giving him a clear mandate to overhaul the iconic facility.
He also acknowledged facing pressure from unnamed individuals during the project but emphasised that the outcome justifies the effort.
In his speech, President Tinubu said the centre’s rehabilitation is part of his administration’s efforts to “change the way we do things and reflect us as people of quality, people of character.”
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Reacting to the remark by Wike about pressure from people, Tinubu told the minister to focus on his work in the FCT and ignore busybodies and bystanders.
“Don’t pay attention to the busybody and the bystanders. Whatever they say, continue with your good work. You’re a transformational leader. You have the foresight and determination to succeed,” he said.
Earlier in his speech, Wike said the conference built in 1991 by the military administration of General Ibrahim Babangida was an eyesore because no renovation work has been done on it since its first inauguration.
Wike said any agency or ministry that intends to use the halls within the centre must pay to sustain and maintain the facility.
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