Adeyanju Applauds Wike for Swift Apo-Karshi Road Construction

In an unexpected turn of political praise, human rights activist and lawyer Deji Adeyanju has officially commended the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, for the remarkable progress made on the long-awaited infrastructure project. The Apo-Karshi road construction Wike has prioritized is finally nearing completion, signaling an end to over a decade of delays and broken promises from previous administrations.

Speaking during a physical inspection of the site on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, Adeyanju expressed his satisfaction with the pace of work, noting that the Minister has demonstrated a rare level of commitment to projects that directly impact the lives of ordinary citizens living on the outskirts of the nation’s capital.

For over 13 years, the Karshi-Apo road remained a symbol of government abandonment, forcing thousands of commuters residing in the Karshi and Orozo axes to endure grueling hours of traffic on the congested Nyanya-Mararaba highway. The Apo-Karshi road construction Wike revived has been described by residents as a “breath of fresh air,” as it provides a critical alternative route into the city center.

Adeyanju, who has historically been a vocal critic of government inefficiency, admitted that the speed at which the current FCT administration has moved the project from a standstill to its current stage of advanced asphalt laying is worthy of national recognition.

The activist highlighted that his commendation was based on personal observation rather than political sentiment. He emphasized that the road is not just a strip of asphalt but a vital economic artery that will reduce fuel consumption, lower vehicle maintenance costs for residents, and significantly improve the mental health of workers who previously spent up to four hours daily in gridlock. “I must commend Minister Wike for the speed and the quality I see here,” Adeyanju remarked, adding that if every public officer worked with similar urgency, the nation’s infrastructure deficit would be a thing of the past.

Nyesom Wike, since assuming office as FCT Minister, has maintained a “no-nonsense” approach to contractors, threatening to revoke licenses of firms that fail to meet strict deadlines. This aggressive supervision is what many believe finally broke the jinx of the Karshi-Apo project. Engineering reports from the site indicate that the remaining few kilometers are being fast-tracked, with street lighting and drainage systems being installed simultaneously to ensure the road is ready for official commissioning in the first quarter of 2026.

As the FCT continues its massive urban renewal drive, the collaboration between civil society observers like Adeyanju and the government serves as a rare example of constructive engagement. While political differences remain, the consensus on the Apo-Karshi road is clear: it is a victory for the people of Abuja. The success of this project is expected to trigger a surge in real estate value in the Karshi area and de-congest the satellite towns, further cementing Wike’s reputation as an “action minister” in the eyes of many FCT residents.

Adeyanju Applauds Wike for Swift Apo-Karshi Road Construction