By Fatima Saka
The Minister of Federal Capital Territory, Malam Muhammad Bello on Monday, announced the reopening of the popular Millennium Park which was closed following the outbreak of COVID-19.
Speaking to journalists in Abuja, he said: “Today signifies a very important milestone for the city. A day when officially our own Millennium Park in Abuja will be open after over two years as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.
“For us in the city this occasion today is more than just the reopening of the park but appreciating God Almighty for having taken us safely through all this difficult times.
“More importantly it is a day when we are going to say thank you Salini Nigeria L.td., for being a very reliable partner and cooperate citizen in Abuja, who have singlehandedly constructed this park over 22 years ago.
“And more importantly continue to maintain it to this international standard that you all see today without charging a kobo. What we have seen today is what truly a park support to be in Abuja.
“Very unfortunately, almost 95 per cent of the parks in Abuja have totally derailed from our park policy. What you see here is what we call the FCT Park Policy in action.
“They have an opening time, they have a closing time, they have perimeter fence, lights, security and toilet.”
Earlier, Managing Director of Salina Nigeria Ltd., Dr Piero Capitano, thanked the administration for all the support to the company.
Represented by the Project Manager of the company, Mr Gennaro D’ltria, Capitano, said that the park was a century of relaxation which provides freedom and peace.