Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, on Tuesday expressed confidence that the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) would record a stronger performance in the FCT ahead of the 2027 elections, citing growing grassroots acceptance of ongoing infrastructural projects across the territory.
Wike said residents were responding positively to what he described as visible governance, particularly the extension of infrastructure to satellite towns and rural communities.
“What the people want is simple. They want to feel the impact of governance. It is not about magic. Nigerians are interested in good governance, infrastructure, electricity and improved living conditions,” he said.
While responding to questions on whether the ongoing projects could influence voting patterns ahead of the 2027 elections, Wike said the APC’s performance in the recent Area Council elections reflected growing support for the administration.
The minister added: “What reason would people have not to vote for Mr President now? How many governments before now have been able to impact the satellite towns the way this administration is doing?
“This is the first time people are seeing development extend beyond the city centre into the satellite towns.”
The former Rivers State governor cited the inauguration of the A2-Pai Road in Kwali as evidence of the administration’s efforts to bring development to rural communities, noting that it marked the first time a sitting president visited the area to inaugurate a project.
Wike also challenged opposition figures to visit the FCT and assess the projects being executed by the administration.
“I think it will be interesting for the public to see governance in action. I wonder where the opposition or coalition members are. They should come and see what is happening in the FCT,” he added.
The minister disclosed that at least 20 projects would be inaugurated during the anniversary celebrations, although the number could increase as more projects near completion.
“I said not less than 20 projects, but it may even be more than 20 because I did not include the water projects at Bwari and Karu. There are also projects in the Abuja Municipal Area Council and Bwari Area Councils,” Wike said.
