The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Ezenwo Nyesom Wike, has pledged to address insecurity in Abuja, emphasizing that reducing criminal activities will enable farmers to return to their fields and ultimately lower the cost of living.
Wike made this commitment on Tuesday during the inauguration of the 9.8-kilometer Kabusa-Takushara road project in the FCT.
Highlighting the link between insecurity and hunger, the minister explained that fear of kidnappers and bandits has kept many farmers away from their lands, contributing to food shortages. “The hunger is because of insecurity. You cannot go to the farm because kidnappers and bandits will not allow you. Now, we are fighting them. We are going to show them pepper,” he said.
Wike acknowledged the frustration of residents but assured them that steps are being taken to restore hope and address their challenges. “I know what you have suffered, I know how impatient you are. Now we have started. Just know that hope has come back,” he added.
In addition, Wike issued a warning to school administrators, insisting that students should never be made to stand under the sun to welcome him or other officials. “FCT school children must never be subjected to such energy-sapping ventures,” he said firmly.
The minister also noted that improving infrastructure, such as roads, is key to enhancing security, as it allows security agencies to respond swiftly to emergencies. “Without roads, if someone comes to attack you, can security agencies come down immediately? No. So, we have started. Every problem cannot be solved at the same time, but what is important is that there is hope,” he stated.
The event reaffirmed Wike’s commitment to tackling insecurity and improving living conditions in the FCT.
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