Tinubu, Wike laud Julius Berger for Abuja City Gate transformation

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, Thursday night commended Julius Berger Nigeria Plc for the successful transformation of the Abuja City Gate, describing the project as a symbol of national renewal, unity and urban modernisation.

The newly remodelled monument was inaugurated in Abuja at a ceremony attended by top government officials, with President Tinubu represented by the First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, as part of activities marking the third anniversary of the Tinubu administration and the 50th anniversary of the Federal Capital Territory.

Speaking at the commissioning, the president described the Abuja City Gate as one of Nigeria’s most recognisable landmarks and a vital symbol of the nation’s identity. He said the remodelling project reflected the administration’s commitment to building a capital city that matched Nigeria’s status and aspirations.

According to him, the upgraded City Gate provides visitors with a befitting first impression of Abuja and showcases the country’s commitment to excellence in public infrastructure.

He noted that the redesigned facility, complete with a striking water fountain representing the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, now stands alongside notable landmarks in major cities around the world.

Wike, on his part applauded Julius Berger for delivering a project that has significantly enhanced the appearance and prestige of the nation’s capital.

He disclosed that the City Gate had suffered years of neglect before the intervention, adding that its transformation was inspired in part by the First Lady’s concern about the state of the iconic structure.

According to the FCT minister, after First Lady Oluremi Tinubu proposed the need to upgrade the City Gate, Julius Berger developed the design and carried out the construction work, transforming the long-standing monument into a modern landmark.

Specific contributions attributed to Julius Berger, according to the minister, include designing the remodelling concept for the gateway after receiving the project brief from the FCT Administration; executing the reconstruction and beautification works, including the upgraded architectural features, and landscaping and installing the iconic water fountain system, which symbolises Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory.

Others include delivering ancillary infrastructure, such as surrounding public spaces, parking areas and other visitor-friendly amenities incorporated into the upgraded site and completing the project within the timeline set by the FCT Administration, enabling its commissioning during activities marking the third anniversary of the Tinubu administration and FCT’s 50th anniversary.

To preserve the facility’s new outlook, Wike announced that the FCT Administration would sign a memorandum of understanding with Julius Berger for the maintenance of the monument.

In his speech, the Managing Director of Julius Berger Nigeria PLC, Dr Peer Lubasch, an engineer, reaffirmed the company’s commitment to national development, saying that Julius Berger has remained a trusted partner in Nigeria’s growth journey for more than six decades.

“For over 60 years, Julius Berger has been a proud partner in Nigeria’s growth. We do not just build structures, we build spaces that inspire communities,” he said.

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