The newly completed Wuye flyover Bridge in Abuja was commissioned today, 30th May 2024, under the Federal Capital Development Authority (FCDA) ministry.
The president of the Federal Republic, Bola Tinubu of Nigeria was present for the official opening of the bridge, alongside the FCT Minister, Hon. Ezemou Nyesom Wike.
Many dignitaries graced the event venue including the Honorable Minister of State, Dr. Mariya Mahmoud, the APC Chairman, Dr. Umaru Ganduje, the Minister of State for Water Resources and Sanitation, Bello M. Goronyo, and other notable personnel.
While the president gave his remark, he reaffirmed his commitment to building a nation, where no one is left behind, emphasizing that his administration views government as a continuum.
“The best way to achieve greatness is to look forward, aspire for great results, and not be hindered by obstacles. We must see opportunities in obstacles and seize them,” the president stated
The president said the completion of the Wuye project, would significantly improve traffic flow within and around the district.
“This facility enhances the security of our people, making them the central focus of our development efforts, which is the essence of democracy.
“Our determination to succeed and extend happiness to the teeming population, and bring about prosperity and tangible value of immense proportions to our people is the primary objective of this government,” the President added.
Tinubu further commended the FCT Minister, Barr: Ezemou Nyesom Wike, and his team for the completion of the project which was initiated in 2009. Wike had mentioned that the project was awarded at the cost of 34 billion Naira, however, it was revised to 74 billion when the president came into power.
The minister noted that the residents of the FCT had lost hope in the completion of the interchange bridge, linking the Wuye and Wuse districts, but now have a reason to rejoice because of the support from the president.
The Wuye-flyover bridge has relieved Nigerians with a sigh of relief regarding road congestion for commuters. It has eliminated the traffic congestion at the Julius Berger Bridge. It has created easy commuting between Wuse and Wuye.
