Tinubu names FCT road after Professor Wole Soyinka

Admin I Wednesday, June 05, 2024

 

ABUJA, Nigeria – President Bola Tinubu has named an Arterial Road, N20 after Nigeria’s Nobel Laureate, Professor Wole Soyinka.

Tinubu named the road after him while inaugurating the road. The Arterial road runs from Northern Parkway to Outer Northern Expressway. 

The road is expected to enhance vehicular movement from Mabushi, Katampe, Jahi and Kado district.

Speaking on the naming of the road after the nobel laureate, Tinubu said:

“Let me say, the recommendation to name the Arterial Road, N20 after Professor Wole Soyinka is well received. He is our foremost playwright, novelist and Nobel Prize winner. 

“He has brought fame, pride and international acclaim. Thank you for thinking that way. We all accept your recommendation on behalf of the people of the Federal Republic of Nigeria”, President Tinubu said.