The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has said that the Abuja Industrial Park, currently under development by Zeberced Group, will generate 40,000 jobs and boost Nigeria’s economy once it becomes fully operational.
Wike made this remark during his visit to the site, situated in the Idu Industrial Zone, Abuja, on Wednesday.
The minister, visibly impressed by the progress at the park, assured that he would personally brief President Bola Tinubu on his observations.
Describing the project as extraordinary, Wike expressed confidence that it would enhance the nation’s economy and provide much-needed employment opportunities for the youth in the FCT.
Wike further commended the Zeberced Group for maintaining a high standard in the delivery of the project.
He particularly commended the company for branding all items being produced at the park, including polypropylene pipes, and sandwich insulation roofing sheets among others, as made in Nigeria.
The minister commended the company for its commitment to completing the project and for its decision to expand the access road to the park.
He assured the continued support of the FCT Administration to ensure that the road project was completed.
He expressed optimism that the road project, when completed, would accelerate the development of the Idu District.
The Minister assured of adequate security and called for further investments into local production.
