Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has dismissed criticism of his administration, asserting that his focus stays on delivering tangible outcomes.
On Friday, November 22, after inspecting 5 ongoing tasks in Abuja, together with three roads, a flyover bridge, and the Judges Quarters, Wike described his detractors as idle partisans.
“Who’re these criticizing? I’m not bothered,” Wike mentioned. “After you have presidential approval and backing from the Nationwide Meeting, what’s my enterprise with those that are criticising? These are individuals who, even when given the chance, can not do something.”
He argued that critics would complain whatever the scenario, stating, “In the event you had not executed it, they’re nonetheless those who would complain that the setting inside which our Judges and Justices are working isn’t conducive. Now you are attempting to supply a greater setting, they may say it’s for one more purpose.”
Wike emphasised his dedication to his mandate, saying he’s unshaken by what he described as “non-existent” criticisms.
Past addressing criticism, the minister highlighted the continuing tasks’ job-creation advantages, linking them to President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.
“Creation of employment is among the precedence areas of this administration,” he famous. “It’s not essentially about authorities jobs however creating alternatives the place youths can discover work for their very own dwelling.”
Wike expressed satisfaction with the variety of youths engaged within the tasks, saying, “Have a look at all of the roads and the variety of folks employed. Nothing could make you extra snug than seeing youths engaged. You may think about what these youths could be doing if these jobs weren’t there.”
The FCT minister reaffirmed his administration’s resolve to proceed addressing employment and improvement challenges within the capital.