The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has firmly stated that the newly renovated International Conference Centre (ICC), Abuja, will not be handed over to politicians for management following its commissioning on Monday, June 10.
Wike made this declaration on Monday during a tour of the ICC and other ongoing infrastructure projects in the FCT, which are set to be commissioned as part of the administration’s continued urban renewal efforts.
According to the minister, the decision to keep politicians out of the ICC’s management structure is aimed at preserving the quality and integrity of the facility.
“We will not allow politicians to manage the International Conference Centre. This is a national asset that must be professionally maintained and managed. Political interference in such a facility often leads to mismanagement, and we won’t allow that,” Wike stated emphatically.
The International Conference Centre, located in the heart of Abuja, has undergone a significant facelift under the FCT administration’s current renovation drive, with modernized interiors, improved acoustics, and upgraded security features. The ICC is a key location for international summits, national conferences, and high-profile diplomatic events.
Wike also expressed satisfaction with the pace and quality of work at the ICC and other projects scheduled for commissioning, describing the upgrades as “world-class” and a testament to the administration’s commitment to transforming the capital city.
The commissioning ceremony is expected to draw dignitaries from across the country, with the newly refurbished ICC poised to reclaim its status as Nigeria’s premier venue for national and international gatherings.
As Abuja prepares to unveil the upgraded complex, Wike’s no-politician policy signals a shift toward more accountable, professional governance of public infrastructure in the FCT.
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