Wike Says Dump Sites Are Outdated as FCTA Expands Judicial Infrastructure

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has disclosed that the FCT Administration is directing greater attention toward modern waste recycling systems as part of efforts to maintain cleanliness and environmental sustainability in Abuja.

Speaking during an inspection tour of ongoing projects in Abuja, the minister expressed concern that the existing monthly environmental sanitation exercise was no longer sufficient to address the city’s growing waste management challenges.
Wike explained that proper waste management now requires the establishment of recycling plants capable of transforming refuse into valuable products.
According to him, reliance on dump sites alone has become outdated, stressing that global best practices now emphasize waste-to-wealth initiatives and environmentally sustainable disposal systems.
“We are already getting offers from people who have done that in other places. Waste management is beyond just picking refuse,” the minister stated.
The minister later inspected a number of judicial infrastructure projects scheduled for inauguration as part of activities commemorating the third anniversary of the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
Among the projects inspected were residences for judges, which Wike described as attractive and close to completion. He praised the quality of the furnishing and finishing, noting that the project had met expectations.
He also visited proposed sites earmarked for the groundbreaking of residences for the Industrial Court and the Code of Conduct Tribunal, while reaffirming the administration’s commitment to improving the welfare of judicial officers.
At the N5 road project, the minister expressed satisfaction with the quality of work executed and revealed that an additional 800-meter stretch would be added to improve accessibility within the district.
Reacting to criticisms that the executive arm was attempting to influence the judiciary through the construction of judges’ residences, Wike dismissed the claims, insisting that providing infrastructure for the judiciary should not be interpreted as interference.
He further criticized the leadership of the Nigerian Bar Association, accusing it of double standards for condemning government support to the judiciary while still accepting sponsorship from state governments for NBA conferences and activities.
Wike maintained that the housing projects for judges and justices were solely intended to enhance their welfare and enable them to remain focused on their constitutional duties.