President Bola Tinubu on Thursday approved construction of the Kaba–Kagini–Zaudna Road in Abuja.
Tinubu gave the directive shortly after commissioning the rehabilitated Old Keffi Road, stretching over 16 kilometres from Kado Fish Market through Life Camp to Dei-Dei Junction, and linking several densely populated communities to the Outer Northern Expressway.
Represented by Senate President Godswill Akpabio at the inauguration held along the Gwagwa Rail Station Road, Tinubu approved the new road project after residents of Kaba, Kagini and Zaudna displayed banners drawing attention to the poor state of access roads in their communities.
The president said the intervention underscored his administration’s commitment to ensuring that no district or community in the FCT is left behind under the Renewed Hope Agenda.
“We are not slowing down. Across the FCT, from the centre to the area councils, we are building for inclusion, for safety and for growth. Every district deserves access. Every citizen deserves to feel the impact of government where they are,” he said.
Tinubu declared that the completion of the Old Keffi Road marked another milestone in his administration’s resolve to eliminate abandoned infrastructure projects across Abuja.
“When we assumed office under the Renewed Hope Agenda, we told Nigerians the era of abandoned projects in Abuja was over. Some doubted. Today, doubt has no ground to stand on.
“From Saburi 1 and 2, to this corridor, and to many others we started unveiling last month to mark the third anniversary of this administration, the pattern is clear: we identify the pain, we fund the solution, and we deliver,” he stated.
Describing the rehabilitated road as a major economic corridor, the President said the project would significantly improve mobility, reduce travel time and transportation costs, and boost commercial activities across Kado, Saburi, Gwagwa, Karmo, Idu and Dei-Dei.
“It gives great honour today to open a road that restores dignity to daily movement.
“The fully rehabilitated Old Keffi Road, from Kado Village through Life Camp to Dei-Dei Junction by the Outer Northern Expressway, is now open for use. This is not a promise on paper. It is asphalt you can drive on, lights you can trust after dark, and drainages that serve both homes and markets,” he said.
Tinubu disclosed that the project was initiated after the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, brought the deteriorating condition of the road to his attention.
“He brought the report to me. We acted,” the President said, noting that the Federal Executive Council subsequently approved the project and awarded it to Lubrik Construction Company Limited based on the firm’s proven track record.
He stressed that his administration would continue to prioritise competence in project execution.
“Under this government, we do not reward patronage. We reward competence. If you deliver, you get more work. If you fail, you are out. Lubrik has delivered again,” he added.
Tinubu also commended Wike for what he described as a remarkable transformation of infrastructure delivery in the Federal Capital Territory.
According to him, the minister has ensured that development is no longer concentrated in the city centre but extended to districts and area councils.
“Minister, you have turned the FCT into a site of visible results. You inspect, you decide, you follow through. You have matched development in the city centre with development in the districts and area councils so that no community is left behind.
“‘Mr. Projects’ is not a slogan. It is the record of roads opened, lights installed and deadlines met. I trust you. I rely on you. And Abuja is better because you are at the wheel,” he said.
The President also praised the Minister of State for the FCT, Dr. Mariya Mahmoud, and officials of the FCT Administration for delivering the project on schedule without compromising quality.
He noted that the installation of streetlights along the corridor under the “Light Up Abuja” initiative would improve security and stimulate economic activities at night.
Tinubu urged residents to protect the infrastructure by safeguarding public facilities and ensuring that drainage systems remain free of refuse.
“This infrastructure belongs to you. Guard it. Do not vandalise streetlights. Do not block drains with refuse. Report any damage early,” he appealed.
Earlier, Wike said the rehabilitation of the Old Keffi Road fulfilled a long-standing promise made to residents and traders who had repeatedly appealed for the road’s reconstruction after the completion of the Saburi Road.
He recalled that during the Area Council election campaign, traders had urged him to convey their request to President Tinubu, assuring him that completing the road would earn the President lasting appreciation.
“They told me, ‘Please tell Mr. President, if he completes this road for us, Mr. President should go home and sleep with his two eyes closed,’” Wike said.
The minister said the administration had now fulfilled that promise through the successful completion and commissioning of the project.
During the ceremony, Wike invited residents of Kaba, Kagini and Zaudna, who had displayed banners requesting government intervention, to step forward.
He immediately announced that President Tinubu had approved the construction of their access road.
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