Rt. Hon. Dumnamene Robinson Dekor,  member representing Khana/Gokana Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, has described as well deserved, the award  for Infrastructure and Exceptional Leadership  bestowed on the Barrister Nyesom Ezenwo Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), by ThisNigeria newspaper.

While congratulating the Minister on the award presented to him at the 2024 ThisNigeria Lecture and Awards Ceremony held at the Shehu Musa Yar’Adua Centre in Abuja, Dekor who is the Chairman of the House Committee on Host Communities, said that under Wike’s stewardship, the FCT has witnessed remarkable infrastructural transformation and improved liveability for residents.

“I congratulate our leader and the Honourable Minister of the FCT, Chief Nyesom Ezenwo Wike, on this prestigious award in recognition of his outstanding performance and exceptional leadership in developing the nation’s capital. 

“The evidence of Chief Wike’s impact is there for all to see – new roads, housing, mass transit systems, recreational parks, and other critical infrastructure that have greatly enhanced the landscape of Abuja and the overall quality of life”.

He commended the Minister for his commitment to improving security, sanitation, and the general urban renewal of the FCT, stressing that Wike’s visionary leadership  has positioned Abuja as a modern, liveable, and investor-friendly city.

“The Gold Prize for Infrastructure and Exceptional Leadership Award is a testament to Chief Wike’s hard work, innovation, and passion for developing the nation’s capital. This recognition will no doubt spur him to sustain the momentum and consolidate on the progress made so far.”

Dekor, the leader of the Rivers State caucus in the House of Representatives, also expressed gratitude to the leadership of the President and Commander-in-Chief of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, His Excellency, Senator Bola  Tinubu, for the confidence reposed on the FCT Minister.

Rt. Hon. Dum Dekor, a one-time Deputy Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly as well as former Works Commissioner in the state, expressed confidence that with Wike at the helm of affairs, the FCT will continue to witness accelerated development that meets the aspirations of residents and visitors alike, urging the Minister to remain steadfast in his efforts to transform Abuja into a world-class city.