The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, on Thursday expressed confidence that the FCT Administration would achieve about 80 per cent implementation of its 2026 budget before January 2027.
Wike stated this while addressing journalists after inspecting ongoing infrastructure projects across Abuja, assuring residents that political activities ahead of the 2027 elections would not derail project execution.
“It is very feasible. The election will come but people will work and people will eat. Our focus is clear: deliver projects, improve lives, and keep Abuja moving,” he said.
He added, “We will not stop working because the 2027 election is around the corner. I assure you that before we get to January, we must have done over 80 per cent of what we intend to do.”
The minister noted that the administration was currently operating with the 2025 budget, which he said would run until the end of June, pending approval of the 2026 appropriation.
“We are still working on the 2025 budget which will be extended till June, and by the time the National Assembly resumes on April 21, the 2026 budget will be approved,” he explained.
Providing updates on key projects, Wike disclosed that the Airport Road to Kuje Expressway was nearing completion and would be delivered by the end of May.
He also said the first phase of the Kuje-Gwagwalada Road project had reached an advanced stage and was expected to be completed within the same timeframe.
According to him, the inspection tour was part of ongoing efforts to ensure contractors adhere to timelines and maintain quality standards.
Wike also dismissed allegations by the African Democratic Congress that the FCT Administration attempted to frustrate its convention by targeting a venue in Abuja.
“There was no interference from anybody. These people should just stop looking for sympathy,” he said.
