FCT Administration Emphasizes Abuja’s Development and Security for International Cooperation

The FCT Administration under Minister Wike welcomed the German Ambassador to Nigeria, Stefan Rössel, during his visit to Abuja on Tuesday. The minister highlighted Nigeria’s enduring economic, cultural, and political ties with Germany, noting the administration’s readiness to enhance collaboration in critical development areas.

Wike emphasized Abuja’s potential to become a world-class capital rivaling cities like Berlin, Munich, and Washington, DC, while stressing the need for security and modern infrastructure to attract foreign investment and support diplomatic missions.

The minister acknowledged Abuja’s historical challenges in sustaining its role as a leading capital, particularly regarding security and urban infrastructure, which remain key priorities for the administration’s development strategy.