Tinubu commissions 194km water network, expands access to potable water in FCT

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has commissioned a new water supply network serving Karu and surrounding communities in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), declaring that the era of neglect for Nigeria’s satellite towns is over.

Represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima at the commissioning ceremony held along the Karu-Karshi Road, President Tinubu described the project as a practical demonstration of his administration’s Renewed Hope Agenda and its commitment to delivering people-centred infrastructure.

According to the President, the project goes beyond the commissioning of physical infrastructure, as it addresses a fundamental need that residents of the area have long been deprived of.

“We are here not just to cut a ribbon, but to breathe life into a fundamental human right that has eluded this bustling community for far too long,” Tinubu stated.

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The President explained that the Federal Government approved the project immediately it was presented by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, because of its significance to the wellbeing of residents.

He noted that access to clean water remains critical to public health, human dignity and economic development, stressing that no community should be denied such an essential service.

Tinubu commended the contractors, CGC Nigeria Limited, for completing the project ahead of schedule and attributed the timely execution to adequate funding and effective supervision.

The water scheme comprises more than 194 kilometres of secondary and tertiary pipelines designed to deliver treated and potable water directly to households and businesses in Karu, Orozo, Jikwoyi, Kurudu and neighbouring communities.

The President said the project reflects his administration’s commitment to fulfilling promises made to Nigerians under the Renewed Hope Agenda.

“When we launched the Renewed Hope Agenda, we made a sacred covenant with the Nigerian people. We promised a government that listens, a government that plans and, crucially, a government that delivers,” he said.

Tinubu also praised the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, describing him as “Mr. Project” for translating government policies into tangible infrastructure that directly impacts the lives of residents.

He urged beneficiaries to take ownership of the project by protecting the facilities from vandalism and illegal connections.

“This infrastructure belongs to you. It was built with your commonwealth and designed for your well-being,” the President said.

As his administration marks its third anniversary and the Federal Capital Territory celebrates its 50th anniversary, Tinubu assured Nigerians that similar interventions would be extended to other satellite towns and area councils, including Bwari.

“Our commitment to urban renewal and rural integration is absolute,” he declared.

Earlier, FCT Minister Nyesom Wike expressed appreciation to President Tinubu for supporting projects aimed at improving living conditions in both the city centre and satellite communities.

According to him, the water project was initiated following a presidential directive to expand critical infrastructure to underserved communities within the territory.

Wike reaffirmed the commitment of the FCT Administration to implementing programmes and projects that improve the quality of life of residents.

Minister of State for the FCT, Dr. Mariya Mahmoud, also commended the President and Vice President for their support in accelerating infrastructure development across the territory.

Providing an overview of the project, Executive Secretary of the Federal Capital Development Authority (FCDA), Richard Dauda, explained that the scheme was conceived to address the growing water needs of residents in Karu and adjoining communities.

He disclosed that the project utilizes an existing reservoir system and connects more than 1,000 distribution lines to households and businesses across the area.

Dauda described the project as a significant milestone in efforts to improve access to potable water and enhance public health outcomes in the rapidly expanding communities.

For years, residents of Karu and neighbouring settlements relied largely on boreholes and water vendors, prompting repeated calls by community leaders and stakeholders for the expansion of municipal water supply.

The newly commissioned network is expected to reduce dependence on unsafe water sources while easing the financial burden associated with water procurement for households and businesses in the area.

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