Wike’s bold governance, infrastructure renewal in FCT exemplary – Gusau
Distinguished Professor Commends FCT Minister on Leadership and Infrastructure Development
ABUJA — Professor Aminu Gusau, former Coordinating Director of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, praised Mr. Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), for his governance and infrastructure initiatives during the 2026 Annual Distinguished Personality Lecture Series at Yakubu Gowon University on Tuesday.
Wike, who delivered a lecture entitled “The Impact of Political Leadership on Infrastructural Development in Nigeria: Between Dividends of Democracy and Good Governance,” was recognized for his decisive leadership since taking office in August 2023.
Gusau, a visiting professor at the University of Kansas, noted the significant transformations Wike has implemented within the FCT. He highlighted the completion and rehabilitation of major road networks that enhance connectivity between the city center and surrounding satellite towns, such as Gwagwalada, Kubwa, Bwari, and Karu. Key projects include the Apo-Wasa Road and the revitalization of strategic junctions, which have contributed to improved mobility and economic activity.
He stated, “Several previously stalled contracts have been revived and brought to completion, reinforcing a governance approach that prioritizes continuity and accountability.”
Beyond transportation, Gusau emphasized the Wike administration’s focus on development control enforcement and land administration reforms aimed at enhancing transparency and urban order. Investments in street lighting and public sanitation, he said, have also contributed to increased security and improved aesthetics in urban environments.
Gusau reflected on his extensive experience in leadership, stating that effective leaders demonstrate good intentions and actively work toward concrete outcomes for their constituents. He expressed that Wike exemplifies such leadership qualities, underscoring the importance of tangible results in governance.
“Leadership in public service must be assessed by outcomes that improve daily life,” Gusau said, noting that visible infrastructure improvements serve as a benchmark for effective governance.
The lecture series, highlighting critical engagement within academic settings, underscored the role of universities in evaluating public leadership based on the tangible impacts on society.
