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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has commissioned the Greater Abuja Water Supply Project, aimed at improving potable water distribution across the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). Speaking at the commissioning ceremony in Abuja on Monday, President Tinubu described the project as transformative and aligned with the national development agenda. He praised the partnership between the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) and the Chinese government for making the project a reality. FCT Minister Nyesom Wike expressed gratitude to the President for his consistent support and recalled Tinubu’s 2023 concerns about water supply in Abuja. He disclosed that the contract, worth $420 million, was awarded in 2017 through an African Development Initiative partnership with China. China funded 85 percent of the cost, while Nigeria covered the remainder. Read Also: APC’s Rising Star: The Woman Ganduje Trusted with the Future Wike noted that the project covers pipeline Loops 1, 2, 5, and 6, and revealed that the procurement process has begun to extend water distribution to satellite towns like Bwari, Karu, and Kubwa. The Greater Abuja Water Supply Project increases the city’s water capacity from 240,000 to 720,000 cubic meters per day, serving over 2.5 million residents across 50 districts, including numerous estates and mass housing areas in Phases III and IV. The initiative also supports sustainable development, maximizes the use of existing water plants, and promotes local job creation. The commissioning is part of a 19-day series of project unveilings to mark President Tinubu’s second year in office. Dignitaries at the event included Chief of Staff to the President Femi Gbajabiamila, APC National Chairman Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje, former governors Samuel Ortom, Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi, Simon Lalong, as well as federal lawmakers and other stakeholders.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has postponed his official visit to Kaduna State, redirecting his schedule to Benue State on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, in response to the recent surge in violent attacks that have left dozens dead and communities devastated. The visit to Benue underscores the President’s renewed commitment to fostering peace and finding long-term solutions to the persistent crisis plaguing the state. According to a statement by Presidential Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President will meet with a broad spectrum of stakeholders—ranging from traditional rulers, political and religious leaders, to youth and community representatives—during a town hall meeting aimed at addressing the root causes of the conflict. Read Also: IGP Egbetokun Visits Benue Over Yelewata Massacre as Nation Demands Action Ahead of his visit, President Tinubu has already deployed key government officials to Benue, including the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, the Inspector General of Police, heads of intelligence agencies, the National Security Adviser, and the Chairmen of the Senate and House Committees on Defence. President Tinubu, who has consistently condemned the violence in Benue, urged all citizens to embrace peace, mutual respect, and national unity. He also extended his condolences to the families of victims and those affected by the crisis. Meanwhile, the President’s visit to Kaduna State—initially scheduled for Wednesday, June 18—has been moved to Thursday, June 19, 2025. He is expected to commission key state projects during his stop in Kaduna. Signed: Bayo Onanuga Special Adviser to the President (Information and Strategy) June 16, 2025