Senator Kingibe Explains Support for Wike’s N1 Trillion FCT Budget

Online attacks on Senator Ireti Kingibe of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) for supporting Nyesom Wike’s 2025 budget have been denounced.
Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, reportedly defended a ₦1.78 trillion proposed budget for the capital city before the Senate and House of Representatives on Wednesday.
A member of the Labour Party, Senator Kingibe, praised the fact that capital expenditures account for 70% of the budget.

Her online followers had conflicting feelings about her support for the budget, arguing that the ₦1.78 trillion budget was excessive.

The MP from the Labour Party stressed that her internet followers must set aside their political disagreements and prioritize the common good.
She emphasized that among other important issues, the proposed budget aimed to address housing, health, education, and infrastructure issues that affect residents of the Federal Capital Territory.

It said: “In a widely shared viral video, I was seen endorsing the budget that the Honourable Minister of the FCT had submitted. Even though some people are talking about this, I think it’s important to make my stance clear.

As everyone is aware, I am the kind of senator who always speaks the truth. The idea that doing what is right, not what is popular or politically convenient, should always be my compass.

We must occasionally set aside our political disagreements in order to concentrate on our shared objective, which is the advancement and welfare of our people. I hope that the FCT budget will address some of the long-standing problems that my constituents face, which is why I support it. A well-executed budget should have less than 30% allocated to personnel and overheads and more than 70% allocated to capital projects.

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“There are certain pressing needs that cannot wait.” Our healthcare and education systems require significant attention, our youth require opportunities and meaningful empowerment, and our brothers and sisters in IDP camps require improved living circumstances and support. Political talking points are not what these are. These are the realities that many of our people deal with on a daily basis.

I’m hoping that this budget will be a positive action. It can enhance the life of our people in the FCT and provide some alleviation if properly executed. At every stage, I will continue to demand responsibility and openness because I am still committed to the people.

Keep in mind that governance is not about individual interests. Service is the key.