In anticipation of the Area Council election scheduled for February 2026 in Abuja, the African Democratic Congress (ADC), along with Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate from the 2023 general elections, and the ‘Obidient Movement’, have committed to conducting campaigns focused on pertinent issues in order to secure victory. They have criticized the current chairmen of the FCT council for being ineffective and disconnected from the present realities, desires, and aspirations of the populace.
Obi has specifically declared his intention to personally endorse the ADC candidate for the Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC), Dr. Moses Paul.
The former governor of Anambra State, along with the leadership of the ADC and the Obidient Movement, reached this agreement in Abuja during a special independent program organized by Dr. Paul and his candidates for councilorship, aimed at raising awareness among AMAC residents prior to the official commencement of their campaigns.
Obi expressed his support for Paul’s candidacy, citing their extensive travels together and his confidence that Paul would not let them down.
Paul, who serves as the National Secretary of the Obidient Movement of Nigeria, also garnered significant backing from the organization.
Dr. Yunusa Tanko, the National Coordinator of the Obidient Movement, conveyed this support during the event.
In his address, Paul asserted that AMAC has failed its constituents and presented a bold vision to restore dignity, prosperity, and service to governance.
Under the slogan “We Don’t Tire!”, the chairmanship candidate emphasized that Nigerians are fatigued by unfulfilled promises, neglect, and leaders who abandon their responsibilities once they attain power.
Meanwhile, the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, launched the Hybrid Solar Street Lighting Project yesterday, as the federal capital city gears up to celebrate its golden jubilee.
This initiative is intended to serve as a shining example of a city poised to reclaim its status among the world’s premier capitals.
In a passionate speech commemorating the launch of the Light Up Abuja Project, Wike affirmed his steadfast dedication to transforming Abuja into a well-illuminated, safe, and contemporary capital city, despite what he termed as “persistent efforts to hinder progress” through “fabricated narratives, sabotage, and politically driven assaults.”
The minister emphasized that this project is pivotal to the overarching developmental strategy for Abuja as it nears its 50th anniversary in February 2026.
The Light Up Abuja Project involves the installation of advanced 300W solar-powered hybrid streetlights, which have luminous outputs ranging from 7,500 to 17,500 lumens, along major expressways and streets throughout the capital.
Lot 1 will encompass Maitama, Central Area, Wuse, Asokoro, and the Airport Expressway, while Lot 2 is allocated for Katampe, Katampe Extension, Jabi, Garki, Gudu, and Mabushi.
This initiative also includes the installation of galvanized streetlight poles in new areas, the replacement of damaged infrastructure, and the integration of surveillance systems into a centralized control room — all aimed at reducing theft and vandalism.
Wike revealed the difficulties his administration faced and the structural deterioration he has had to address.
The minister accused a network of “political contractors” and corrupt officials within the FCTA of exploiting the dysfunction for financial gain. “Files kept arriving weekly for maintenance. It became a nightmare,” he remarked.
To disrupt the cycle of inefficiencies, Wike shared that he secured two significant agreements during a trip to Beijing with President Bola Tinubu in 2024. CGC was assigned the responsibility of providing water to satellite towns and executing part of the lighting project, while CCECC was specifically engaged for the lighting infrastructure.
