President Bola Tinubu has unveiled the multi-billion-dollar Abuja City Walk development, describing the project as a major milestone under the Renewed Hope Agenda.
The President noted that the launch of this business in partnership with the private sector players showed that Nigeria is open for business and ready to welcome both local and foreign investors.
Represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima at the ceremony in Abuja, Tinubu said the launch marked not just the opening of a building but the unveiling of “a window to a multi-billion-dollar future” that would redefine the Federal Capital Territory as a global hub for commerce, innovation and modern urban living.
“It is with deep pride and optimism that I welcome you all to the official launch of the sales office and experience centre for the landmark Abuja City Walk project development,” the President said.
“Today, we are not just opening a building; we are unveiling the window to a multi-billion-dollar future. We are presenting a tangible manifestation of our Renewed Hope Agenda, sculpted in concrete, innovation and unwavering determination.”
Tinubu recalled that his administration had pledged economic transformation and infrastructure renewal upon assuming office, stressing that the project demonstrates the government’s resolve to fulfil those promises.
According to him, the Abuja City Walk development, situated along the Abuja Airport Expressway corridor, is one of the most ambitious private-sector investment projects in Nigeria’s history and will become the country’s foremost gateway to the world.
While inspired by globally acclaimed developments such as Dubai City Walk, the President said the project had been adapted to Nigeria’s unique environment and aspirations.
“This experience centre stands as proof that our administration does not just make promises; we execute them with determination,” he said.
Earlier, FCT Minister Nyesom Wike said the project aligned with President Tinubu’s efforts to attract investment into Nigeria and revealed that it was initiated after discussions with development partners introduced through the Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Emem Usoro.
Wike recalled his initial scepticism after years of receiving proposals that never materialised but said he became convinced after the developers demonstrated commitment and accepted immediate inspections of the proposed site.
He disclosed that the 250-hectare site, originally designated for the Abuja Technology Village over three decades ago, had been overtaken by land grabbers and fraudulent land claims before the FCT Administration intervened.
“I put my foot down and said this is government property and I must drive this development to come to the FCT,” Wike said.
In his welcome address, Executive Director of Link Developments Master, City Walk, Dr. Kassim Gidado, described the commissioning of the Experience Centre as a major milestone in delivering the Abuja City Walk vision.
He said the facility was designed to provide investors and stakeholders with an immersive preview of the development through physical models, interactive digital displays and fully furnished prototype apartments.