Wike says long-delayed Apo–Karshi road is complete, inauguration pending
Full access for motorists on the 13.5-kilometre route remains unconfirmed.
ABUJA, 12 November 2026 — Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike says work on the long-delayed Apo–Karshi road is complete. He made the announcement during an inspection on Wednesday. The road is expected to improve connections between communities around Karshi and Abuja’s city centre.
Road access and inauguration
As of 12 November, IDNN had yet to verify whether motorists could drive the full route or whether any restrictions applied. Leadership reported that people had visited the road and quoted a Karshi resident who welcomed the link to Apo.
Wike said the FCT Administration would ask the Presidency for an earlier inauguration, possibly before the end of November. He announced no date.
Contract history and tourism plans
The project was first awarded more than a decade ago. Wike said President Bola Tinubu directed that the original contract be terminated after years of delays. The work was then re-awarded to SCC Nigeria Limited, Wike said.
Wike also said the FCT Administration plans to develop tourism facilities around the road. The department responsible for tourism will identify what facilities to provide, he said.