How I fasted, prayed, got high BP over road construction - Wike

Author: Seun OpejobiPublished on: June 11, 2026Country: Nigeria

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How I fasted, prayed, got high BP over road construction - Wike

FCT Minister Nyesom Wike disclosed that he fasted, prayed, and suffered high blood pressure to secure funds for road projects in Abuja. He spoke at the commissioning of the Airport Expressway to Kuje road by President Bola Tinubu, represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima, as part of Tinubu's third year anniversary. Wike also committed to dualizing the Kuje to Gwagwalada road.

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