Tinubu Defend FCTA Exit from TSA, Say Policy Don Boost Abuja Projects

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu don defend the Federal Government’s decision to remove the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) from the Treasury Single Account (TSA), saying the move has helped fast-track major infrastructure projects across Abuja.

The President said the policy gave the FCTA greater financial flexibility, allowing it to access funds more quickly and execute projects without unnecessary bureaucratic delays.

Tinubu made the remarks on Monday during the commissioning of a new Office Annex for the Body of Benchers and 10 units of four-bedroom staff quarters at the Nigerian Law School, Bwari, Abuja.

The President was represented at both events by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume.

According to Tinubu, many Nigerians criticised the decision when the FCTA was removed from the TSA, but the visible transformation taking place across the Federal Capital Territory has now justified the policy.

“When we removed the FCTA from the TSA, many people doubted the decision. But we knew the administration needed liquidity, speed and financial flexibility to partner with financial institutions and deliver critical projects. Today, everybody can see the results,” the President said.

Tinubu also praised the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, for effectively implementing the administration’s vision of transforming Abuja into a modern and world-class capital city.

He said Wike has not only accelerated road construction and urban renewal but has also strengthened key institutions within the justice sector.

The President specifically commended the minister for resolving the long-standing land ownership issue affecting the Nigerian Law School by facilitating the issuance of its Certificate of Occupancy, years after the institution was established.

Tinubu Reject Judiciary Interference Claims

Speaking during the inauguration of the Body of Benchers Office Annex, Tinubu dismissed claims that providing infrastructure for the judiciary amounts to executive interference.

According to him, supporting the judiciary with modern facilities is part of the constitutional responsibility of the Executive and does not threaten the independence of the judicial arm of government.

He stressed that a functional justice system requires quality infrastructure to enable judges, lawyers and other legal professionals perform their duties effectively.

FG to Expand Nigerian Law School

At the Nigerian Law School, Tinubu said the newly commissioned staff quarters are only the first phase of the Federal Government’s intervention in the institution.

He disclosed that the government is currently funding the construction of a new auditorium, additional student hostels and the digitisation of the Law School’s academic and administrative operations.

The President also revealed that similar projects are ongoing across the justice sector, including the construction of the Abuja Division of the Court of Appeal, new magistrates’ courts and residential quarters for judicial officers.

Tinubu said the investments are aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s legal institutions and improving the administration of justice across the country.