FCT Exco Approves N20bn Projects In Health, Education, Other Sectors

The Federal Capital Territory Executive Council (FCT EXCO), chaired by the Minister of the FCT, Nyesom Wike, has approved projects and contracts worth over N20bn to strengthen service delivery across health, education, agriculture, infrastructure, environment, youth development, and public utilities across the nation’s capital.

Briefing journalists after the fifth FCT exco meeting held on Friday in Abuja, the Chief of Staff to the FCT Minister, Hon. Chidi Amadi, said the extensive meeting deliberated on 22 memorandums, out of which 14 were for contract awards and eight for ratification. All received unanimous approval.

“The Honourable Minister graciously approved all 14 contract memos presented. Eight others were ratified. These covered key sectors including health, education, agriculture, environment, and infrastructure,” Amadi said, noting that the decisions reflect the administration’s commitment to efficient governance and inclusive development.

The Secretary of the Health Services and Environment Secretariat (HSES), Dr. Adedolapo Fasawe, announced that, for the first time in nearly nine years, the FCT will receive 12 new state-of-the-art ambulances, fully equipped to enhance emergency response and healthcare delivery.

According to her, the ambulances — Toyota Hiace Hiroof 2023–2024 models, were procured at a total cost of N1.74b, with a completion period of four weeks. The vehicles, which have already been delivered, will soon be commissioned.

“These are state-of-the-art ambulances, built to international standards with features like keyless entry, airbags, Bluetooth, and six-cylinder engines. They’ll significantly improve emergency response, especially to the suburbs,” Fasawe said.

She added that the 112 emergency number is now fully functional in Abuja, which allows residents to reach the nearest ambulance service through an integrated response system linked to the FCT Health Insurance Scheme (FCT HIS), NEMSAS, and FEMA.

Fasawe emphasised a new ethical directive in the FCT; ambulances will no longer be used to transport corpses. She said dedicated hearses will be purchased in the next budget for that purpose to ensure hygiene and professionalism.

In the area of infrastructure, the Acting Executive Secretary of the Federal Capital Development Authority (FCDA), Engr. Richard Yunana Dauda, confirmed that the EXCO approved the award of a contract for the construction of an alternative access road and resurfacing of the existing road to the old Federal Secretariat in Durumi.

He explained that the Secretariat, built in the 1980s, had long suffered from poor access, with only one deteriorating road serving several government ministries and agencies located there.

“This project was treated as an emergency. The contractor, Interglobal Construction, has already mobilized to site, and work is nearly complete. The Bureau of Public Procurement has also reviewed and cleared the project,” Dauda stated.

In the agricultural sector, the Mandate Secretary for Agriculture and Rural Development, Hon. Ango Abdullahi Suleman, said EXCO ratified contracts for the supply of fertilizer (NPK and Urea) and other critical farm inputs.

He said the initiative was designed to support farmers in the FCT and contribute to President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda for food security.

“Our farmers can now look forward to a better harvest season. The fertilizers have already been supplied, and this move will significantly improve productivity in the FCT and beyond,” he added.

It was also noted during the meeting about Suleman’s redeployment from the Youth and Sports Development Secretariat to the Agriculture and Rural Development Secretariat, a move approved by the FCT Minister to enhance administrative efficiency.

Also, the Director of Development Control, Mukhtar Galadima, revealed that EXCO approved the extension of the service contract for the operation and maintenance of the Jabi Pump Station and associated sewer lines.

He said the station plays a crucial role in pre-treating wastewater before it is passed to the Wupa Treatment Plant, adding that the decision will prevent environmental hazards caused by untreated waste discharge.

“Stopping the pump station’s operation would endanger the environment. This approval ensures continuity and sustainability in the FCT’s waste management system,” Galadima stated.

The Mandate Secretary for Youth Development, Mr. Michael Ango, said EXCO approved the complete renovation of the Nyanya Youth Centre, which serves as a key hub for entrepreneurship and vocational training.

“This centre houses facilities for ICT, metal fabrication, tailoring, and sculpture. Its renovation will empower more young people to acquire skills and become self-reliant,” Ango explained.

On his part, the Mandate Secretary for Education, Dr. Danlami Hayyo, announced that EXCO approved a contract worth N394.85m for the supply of instructional materials for WAEC, NECO, and science practicals in 88 senior secondary schools across the FCT.

“Effective teaching and learning cannot take place without adequate instructional materials. This approval ensures our schools are well-equipped for both teaching and examinations,” Hayyo said.

The Acting General Manager of the FCT Water Board, Daniel Salka Audu, said the council approved three key projects totaling over N9.5bn for the procurement of water treatment chemicals and fuel for the Lower Usuma Dam.

The approvals cover: N3.0bn for alum (water treatment chemical) — awarded to WW Prince Services Ltd, N3.4bn for gaseous chlorine — awarded to Rovuchi Investment Ltd, and N3.1bn for AGO (diesel) — awarded to Ezensha Nigeria Ltd.

“Water treatment is what makes the difference between safe and unsafe water. These contracts will ensure steady and quality water supply across the FCT,” Audu noted.

The Chief of Staff, Hon. Amadi, reaffirmed that the administration remains focused on ensuring transparency, efficiency, and impact-driven governance.

“The FCT Administration is determined to keep delivering tangible results. What we are seeing is governance that works — from health to education, agriculture, and infrastructure,” Amadi added.