The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has urged FCT residents to report suspicious activities in their neighbourhood during the festive season.

Mr Wike made the call in his Christmas message in Abuja on Thursday.

He described Christmas as a season of joy, giving, sharing, and good neighbourliness.

He urged FCT residents to be mindful of their security responsibilities during the festivities as they go about their lawful duties, and to report any breach security to relevant agencies

He said, “You should be rest assured that the FCT Administration is doing its best to ensure the security of lives and property all through the festive period and beyond.

“Consequently, necessary arrangements have been made to ensure that FCT residents commemorate this occasion in a safe, secure and joyful atmosphere.”

The minister also urged residents to see the Christmas period as one for sober reflection and to ensure that they share glad tidings with fellow residents to foster harmony.

“I enjoin residents to use the occasion of Christmas to reflect and rededicate themselves to the virtues of love, unity and peace, which are the recurrent themes of the message of Jesus Christ.

“The occasion also offers us a unique opportunity to pray for our leaders and, indeed, our country, Nigeria, that we may enjoy peace and progress in the coming years,” he said.

Mr Wike also underscored the need to appreciate the good people of the FCT for their cooperation and support to the administration through 2025.

“Schools have been renovated, hospitals staffed and equipped, roads and bridges constructed in every area council, the judiciary supported and security enhanced.

“Indeed, it has been a year of remarkable achievements and we thank residents for their cooperation,” he said

He thanked President Bola Tinubu and various partners and stakeholders for their support towards the development of the FCT.

He reassured residents that the administration of the FCT would continue to remain steadfast in its task of providing infrastructure and services that would positively impact residents in the territory.

 (NAN)