By Pius Awunah
To curb the recurring fire incidents that have caused significant economic losses and emotional distress in the Wuse Market,Abuja the Abuja Investments Company Limited (AICL) has commissioned a new fire truck and 1MW Solar Mini-grid for the market.
Speaking during the commissioning ceremony recently,the Group Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the AICL,Ambassador Maureen Tamuno said the intervention was in line with AICL’s unwavering commitment to safeguarding lives, property, and businesses in one of Abuja’s busiest commercial hubs.
She explained that the newly acquired fire truck which was officially handed over to the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Fire Service,represented a proactive investment in emergency preparedness designed to ensure faster response times and reduce the likelihood of devastating incidents that traders have experienced over the years.
“Enhancing safety infrastructure is essential not only for protecting livelihoods but also for restoring traders’ confidence and strengthening the resilience of the market,” she noted.
Tamuno reaffirmed AICL’s commitment to contine to work closely with the FCT Administration, market leadership, and relevant stakeholders to implement long-term solutions that support economic stability and sustainable growth.
The MD praised the Minister of the FCT,Mr. Nyesom Wike, for his consistent support toward improving critical infrastructure across the territory,noting that his leadership has created an enabling environment for initiatives that promote safety, business continuity, and economic development.
The event featured the commissioning of the Wuse Market 1MW PV Solar Interconnected Minigrid, an initiative designed to provide reliable, clean, and affordable electricity to traders, and reduce dependency on generators.
Director of the FCT Fire Service, Mr. Adebayo Amiola praised AICL for the timely intervention.
He described the fire truck as a crucial asset that will boost emergency response capacity within the market and surrounding communities.
In separate goodwill messages, Chairman of the Wuse Market Traders Association, Raphael Okorie; MD/CEO of Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC), Mr.Chijioke Okwokenje; and MD/CEO of GVE Projects Limited, Ifeanyi Orajaka, expressed gratitude to AICL and the FCT Administration for the gesture.
They described the interventions as a major relief and a transformative step toward improving market safety and operational efficiency.
