Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has criticised former Senate President David Mark, alleging that poor road infrastructure during his years in office forced him to rely on helicopter travel to his hometown in Benue State.
Wike made the remarks on Thursday during the commissioning of the interchange linking Arterial Road N16 to Ring Road III between Jahi and Gwarimpa districts in Abuja….See More
The event formed part of activities marking President Bola Tinubu’s third anniversary in office and was represented by Senate President Godswill Akpabio.
During his remarks, Wike referenced Mark’s current role as National Chairman of a faction of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and questioned his legacy on infrastructure delivery.
According to the minister, despite serving two terms as Senate President during the administration of former President Goodluck Jonathan, road connectivity within parts of Benue remained poor.
“David Mark served as Senate President for about eight years and the road corridor from Akwanga to Makurdi remained difficult for ordinary people to use,” Wike said.
He alleged that the former Senate President frequently travelled by helicopter while many residents lacked accessible road infrastructure.
“Mark was flying with helicopter. How many ordinary Nigerians can afford helicopters?” Wike asked.
The minister argued that recent infrastructure interventions under the current administration have improved movement within the region.
He claimed that improved road conditions now make road travel to parts of Benue easier than in previous years.
Wike also defended the Federal Government’s infrastructure agenda, urging critics to acknowledge projects they believe have recorded progress.
“Even when your opponents do well, say they have done well,” he said.
His comments add to the growing exchange of political criticism and performance comparisons ahead of the build-up to the 2027 political cycle….See More
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