FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has issued a stern warning to Abuja Municipal Area Council Chairman Christopher Maikalangu, instructing him to cease the unauthorized naming of road projects financed by the FCT Administration. This warning came during the flag-off of the construction of Road A09 in the Asokoro area of Abuja.
Wike emphasized the importance of proper procedures in naming streets, criticizing the practice of naming roads after individuals without the knowledge or approval of his administration. He stated, “We cannot be doing roads… before you wake up, you name the streets… on a road we are suffering, looking for money to provide infrastructure.”
He argued that road naming should reflect contributions to the area’s development and should not be influenced by monetary exchanges. Wike expressed that while naming streets in satellite towns might be acceptable, streets in the city should be reserved for national honors as may be directed by the President.
The Minister’s remarks highlight ongoing concerns regarding governance and accountability in the naming of public infrastructure, underscoring the need for transparency in local government operations.
