Wike praises Dunamis Church for constructing pedestrian bridge in Abuja

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has counseled Dunamis International Gospel Centre for constructing a pedestrian bridge alongside the busy Airport Road, Abuja.

Wike ‌‍‍‌‍⁠⁠‍‌‍‌‌‌‍‌‌‌gave the commendation in Abuja on Friday in the course of the inauguration of the pedestrian bridge constructed on the Church headquarters, the 100,000-capacity Glory Dome, Abuja.

He described the venture as an “exemplary model of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR).”

The minister revealed that whereas the Church utilized for approval to assemble the power in 2018, the appliance was solely delivered to his consideration in February 2026, resulting in its swift approval inside one month.

He described the approval as “evidence of President Bola Tinubu’s commitment to good governance,” urging members of the Church to help the federal government with confirmed capability to answer the wants of the individuals.

He mentioned “the government cannot do everything alone; there is nowhere in the world where the government carries every burden. That is why we emphasise comprehensive social responsibility.”

To additional encourage community-driven infrastructure, the minister introduced that the FCT Administration (FCTA) would defray 50 per cent of the whole value incurred by the Church in establishing the bridge.

He counseled the Senior Pastor of Dunamis, Dr. Paul Enenche, and his spouse, Dr. Becky, for demonstrating management and sacrificing Church assets to save lots of lives and improve human welfare moderately than solely specializing in soul-winning.

Earlier, Enenche mentioned the choice to assemble the pedestrian bridge was borne out of considerations over the frequent deadly accidents recorded alongside the Airport Road axis.

“The Church plans to add modern aesthetic coverings, security lighting and transparent side-panels to the structure to protect users from weather elements and boost compliance,” he mentioned.

He urged public-spirited people and leaders to stay for societal influence and preserve eternity in view, emphasising that assets have to be deployed for the collective good of humanity.