President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has commended the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, for what he described as outstanding performance in office, referring to him as “Mr Fix-it” during the commissioning of the newly constructed Court of Appeal, Abuja Division.
The event, which formed part of activities marking Tinubu’s third anniversary in office, was attended by top government officials and the judiciary. The President, represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima, used the occasion to highlight the importance of the new facility to Nigeria’s justice system and broader governance reforms.
“It’s with great pride that I stand here in Dakibiu to commission the Court of Appeal, Abuja Division complex. This is not just a build, it’s a statement, a statement that under the renewed hope agenda, the rule of law will have a befitting home,” Tinubu said.
He recalled his dissatisfaction with the previous condition of the court’s accommodation, describing it as unbefitting of such a critical institution. According to him, immediate action was necessary to correct the situation.
“My lords, for too long the Abuja division of this court operated from a cramped temporary space and that was unacceptable. A nation that seeks justice must respect the temple of justice. When I visited and saw the condition, I gave a simple directive: ‘fix it’ and today we have fixed it,” he added.
The President reserved special praise for the FCT Minister, applauding his commitment to delivering the project within a tight timeline and without unnecessary delays.
“Let me specially commend the Minister of the FCT, Nyesom Wike, for fully being Mr Project and Mr Fix-it. When I appointed you as Minister of the FCT, I knew you would not sleep. You took your assignment to deliver this project in May 2024 and by July contractors were on site. You promised 16 months and you delivered in record time with no excuses, no variation. Nigerians can see the difference, well done Wike,” Tinubu stated.
The newly commissioned Court of Appeal complex is expected to significantly improve judicial efficiency in the Federal Capital Territory, offering modern infrastructure and a more conducive environment for legal proceedings.
Observers say the project reflects the administration’s broader agenda of strengthening institutions and improving public infrastructure under the Renewed Hope framework. Wike, who previously served as Governor of Rivers State, has continued to earn recognition for his aggressive approach to project delivery.
Tinubu’s remarks further underscore the administration’s expectation of accountability and performance from appointees, with the President stressing that decisive leadership is key to national development.
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