By Sarah NEGEDU
President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to equitable development across the country, stressing that every Nigerian deserves meaningful development regardless of location.
The President who made this commitment during the commissioning of the newly constructed Kabusa-Ketti Road on Friday, assured that the newly constructed Kabusa-Ketti road is not a one-off gesture, but the beginning of more developmental interventions that to reach underserved areas across the country.
Represented by the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, the President said, “Let me assure you that this is not the end of the road, but the beginning. More projects will come, investments will reach you, and attention will be given to your needs. Every Nigerian desires development, no matter where they live.”
The president assured that the 10-kilometre road may appear modest in scale but would have far-reaching impact on the lives of residents in Kabusa, Ketti, and surrounding communities.
He said the road will improve mobility, unlock local economic potential, and reflect the administration’s belief that governance must be measured by how it improves daily life.
“This road not only eases mobility, it enhances trade, it improves access to schools and healthcare, and it ensures that rural and peri-urban communities are not left behind in the march towards progress,” he said.
He commended FCT Minister Nyesom Wike for delivering the project to specification and also praised the leadership of Abuja Municipal Area Council for prioritising the intervention.
“This project aligns squarely with the Renewed Hope Agenda of my administration, which places people at the centre of governance. We believe that good governance is not theory, it is action reflected in the daily lives of the people,” he said.
“To the people of Ketti and Kabusa, this road is yours. I urge you to protect it, use it responsibly and take ownership of its maintenance. Let this road stand as a symbol of partnership, perseverance and the promise of a brighter future.”
In his remarks, FCT Minister Nyesom Wike thanked the President for his continued support, noting that the road, which spans 9.8 kilometres, was flagged off in December 2023 and completed ahead of schedule.
“Mr. President, on behalf of the Federal Capital Territory, again, thank you for day 12 of commissioning projects initiated by the FCT Administration and supported by you.
“Today, we are inaugurating this 9.8 kilometre of road. I want to commend the company, because I know I have been here knocking on their door four or five times to see for myself what they are doing. And they gave us their words that this road will be part of the ceremonies we will carry out during Mr. President’s two years in office.”
He said the community’s turnout was evidence of how vital the project was to local residents, and commended the people of Ketti for supporting the contractors rather than obstructing the work.
“There are some communities, when you award jobs to be done, instead of them to support the company, they pose problems for the company. But in this case, they supported the company to finish on time.”
