Tinubu Launches Abuja Road Project for Knowledge Economy

On Tuesday, President Bola Tinubu inaugurated the construction of collector roads in Abuja, aimed at supporting a knowledge-driven economy. The project includes the dualization of roads connecting Baze University and Nile University, with a total length of 6 kilometers.

Tinubu stressed the necessity of infrastructure for education, justice, and innovation, stating that roads are essential for connecting communities and facilitating learning. The initiative is part of his administration's broader agenda to enhance infrastructure in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).

Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, highlighted the project's significance in improving access for residents and assured that it would be completed by January 2027. The project is designed to accommodate educational and research institutions, contributing to the development of the Abuja master plan.

Richard Dauda, the Executive Secretary of the Federal Capital Development Authority, explained that the current stage involves constructing the collector roads and emphasized the importance of this infrastructure for the community.