Abuja Is One of The Safest Places to Live in Nigeria — FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike

As Nigeria marked its 65th Independence anniversary, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, declared Abuja one of the safest places to live in the country, attributing its peace to government measures and residents’ commitment to harmony.

“Residents have remained intentional about living together in peace and harmony in spite of a few distractions. Consequently, the FCT has become one of the most peaceful places to reside in the entire country,” Wike said in his Independence Day message.

He credited Abuja’s security to collaborative efforts between the FCT Administration and law enforcement, alongside residents’ “zero tolerance for insecurity.” He urged citizens to remain vigilant, report suspicious activity, and support law and order.

Wike also linked Abuja’s relative calm to President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, citing investments in schools, hospitals, roads, youth empowerment, and agriculture. “These interventions are strengthening the economy of the FCT and improving living standards,” he noted.

Looking ahead to the February 2026 area council elections, Wike called for peaceful, issue-based campaigns. “I implore residents to go about campaigning for candidates of their choice in a peaceful and orderly manner. I also encourage everyone to come out en masse to vote for leaders who have vision and capacity to attract development,” he appealed.

While acknowledging Nigeria’s challenges, the minister stressed that Abuja stands as proof of progress when citizens and government work together.

“As we mark 65 years of nationhood, let us look forward with renewed hope. The FCT will continue to remain the symbol of our unity, our resilience, and now, one of the safest places to call home in Nigeria,” he said.