Senator Ireti Kingibe, representing the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) under the Labour Party, has expressed dissatisfaction with the performance of FCT Minister Nyesom Wike.
Speaking on Arise News TV on Sunday, Kingibe argued that the infrastructure projects initiated by Wike do not benefit the majority of FCT residents.
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Kingibe accused Wike of neglecting critical socio-economic issues affecting the people of the FCT.
She pointed out that the minister’s focus on infrastructure, particularly road construction, has been misplaced.
“The minister may excel in a role that does not directly involve the populace, but the FCT minister’s responsibilities are unique. Beyond infrastructure, he must consider the needs of the local community. This sets him apart from the minister of works or any other ministry,” Kingibe explained.
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She criticized Wike’s approach, comparing his actions to those of a governor who ignores the needs of the people.
“The FCT minister acts almost as a governor for the president. When roads were commissioned in Maitama and the Central District, people asked me, ‘Madam, why celebrate roads where the majority do not live? Show me projects where people actually reside.’
Kingibe highlighted the pressing issues facing FCT residents, including a lack of basic amenities like water.
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She referenced a recent fire in Karu, suggesting it could have been prevented if there had been adequate water supply and access roads.
“The people are not impressed. They still lack water. The fire in Karu could have been avoided if there had been water. Fire trucks had to go all the way to Asokoro to fetch water, and there was no proper access road to the market,” she added.
