A renewed wave of political goodwill rippled through the Federal Capital Territory as the Ona of Abaji, Dr Baba Yunusa Ugbada, offered glowing praise for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s development agenda, crediting the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, for driving visible progress across the territory.
The monarch described the minister as a steadfast representative of the President, emphasising that recent reforms have begun to reshape several communities.
His remarks came during a courtesy visit by the FCT Renewed Hope Ambassadors, led by Hon. Adamu Abdullahi, who met with traditional rulers to deepen cooperation and secure their support for the administration’s ongoing programmes.
Abdullahi explained that the delegation was also in Abaji to seek blessings and guidance from the royal institutions, which he described as crucial pillars of stability.
The meeting, held in the Abaji Area Council, provided an opportunity for the monarch, who also chairs the FCT Council of Traditional Rulers, to commend the pace of development in satellite towns.
He urged the federal government to scale up investments in infrastructure and education, arguing that stronger facilities would empower rural communities and help bridge existing inequality.
“Our people need roads, schools and opportunities. These interventions will liberate many families,” he said.
Beyond Abaji, the ambassadors continued their tour of chiefdoms in Gwargwada, Rubochi, Yaba, Wako, Pai and Zuba, where they received similar assurances of cooperation.
In Pai, the district head, Alhaji Abubakar Sani Pai, highlighted the impact of newly constructed roads, noting that farmers now transport their produce to urban markets with ease.
He described the improved network as “a breakthrough that has transformed daily life.”
At Zuba, Agora Engr. Muhammad Bello Umar welcomed the delegation, expressing confidence that the Renewed Hope Ambassadors would channel the concerns of traditional rulers to the presidency.
He pledged unwavering support for peace, unity and development across the capital territory.
Responding to the issues raised, Abdullahi said all observations and requests would be compiled and submitted to President Tinubu.
He emphasised that the administration remains open to feedback from traditional institutions and is committed to ensuring that rural communities benefit fully from federal initiatives.