{"id":1807,"date":"2025-02-07T06:57:50","date_gmt":"2025-02-07T06:57:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dailyechoes.ng\/?p=1807"},"modified":"2025-02-07T06:57:50","modified_gmt":"2025-02-07T06:57:50","slug":"wike-pencils-down-critical-projects-for-execution-in-fct-allocates-n3-6bn-for-police-divisional-headquarters","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dailyechoes.ng\/index.php\/2025\/02\/07\/wike-pencils-down-critical-projects-for-execution-in-fct-allocates-n3-6bn-for-police-divisional-headquarters\/","title":{"rendered":"Wike pencils down critical projects for execution in FCT   &#8230; Allocates N3.6bn for Police Divisional Headquarters\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"<div dir=\"auto\"><\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\"><\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\">Minister of\u00a0 Federal Capital Territory Barr.\u00a0 Nyesom Wike has approved the execution of\u00a0 several critical projects in FCT aimed at enhancing security, infrastructure, and service delivery in the capital city.<\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\"><\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\">The Minister disclosed this at the first Executive Committee (EXCO) meeting of the year and declaring that five to six key memoranda received approval, covering security, infrastructure, and administrative concerns.<\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\"><\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\">One of the most significant approvals was the allocation of \u20a63.648 billion for the construction of police divisional headquarters and officers&#8217; quarters in Kuje, Gwagwalada, and Kwali Area Councils.<\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\"><\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\">This move is expected to strengthen security presence in rural communities and address security challenges in the hinterlands.<\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\"><\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\">Other approved projects include:<\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\">Insurance Coverage: The provision of insurance cover for FCTA&#8217;s movable and immovable assets, ensuring business continuity and financial protection against unforeseen losses.<\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\"><\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\">Power Infrastructure: The construction of a 33KV power supply line from Dawaki to Bwari and the installation of solar-powered street lights along Arab Road and connecting roads.<\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\"><\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\">Sports Infrastructure: The construction of multi-event sports centers in Abuja, with a 12-month completion timeline. Judicial Infrastructure: The construction of two magistrate courts in Asokoro and Garki, expected to be completed within 15 to 18 months.<\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\"><\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\">The Chief of Staff to the FCT Minister,Hon. Chidi Amadi reaffirmed the administration\u2019s commitment to infrastructure, security, and service delivery, stating that deliberations on pending memos will continue in subsequent meetings.<\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\"><\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\">&#8220;We are making steady progress in crime reduction, and these new approvals will further enhance security and governance in the FCT,&#8221; he said.<\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\"><\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\">These approvals demonstrate the FCTA&#8217;s commitment to delivering impactful projects under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu&#8217;s Renewed Hope Agenda. With these projects, the FCTA is poised to enhance security, infrastructure, and service delivery in the capital city.<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Minister of\u00a0 Federal Capital Territory Barr.\u00a0 Nyesom Wike has approved the execution of\u00a0 several critical projects in FCT aimed at enhancing security, infrastructure, and service delivery in the capital city. 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