By Hudu Yakubu, Abuja
The Chairman of the Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC), Hon. Christopher Maikalangu, has pledged to expand road infrastructure, improve schools and provide more health centres across communities in his second term in office.
Maikalangu made the promise during a congratulatory visit on Monday the 2nd of March, 2026 by supporters, political associates and council staff following his re-election.
Addressing the gathering, the AMAC Chairman thanked residents for renewing his mandate and assured them that his administration would consolidate on the gains of his first tenure.
“I want to sincerely thank my people for their support. By the grace of God, we will not disappoint you. In this second term, we will do more,” he said.
Highlighting his achievements, Maikalangu noted that his first tenure recorded significant improvements in road infrastructure and human capital development, but stressed that more communities would be reached in the coming years.
“Yes, we have constructed roads, but the resources cannot take care of every community at once. In this second term, we will extend development to more areas. Some communities will get roads, some will get schools, others will benefit from improved health centres,” he stated.
He emphasized the importance of grassroots leadership, describing AMAC elections as people-focused and community-driven.
“This is local government. My people don’t need big grammar. They need to see you around them. They need to see what you give back to them. That is what matters,” he said.
Maikalangu also extended an olive branch to his political opponents, urging them to join hands with his administration for the development of the council.
“I am open to everybody. Those who contested against me are free to come and work together with us. We must carry everyone along for the progress of AMAC,” he added.
The chairman expressed appreciation to council staff, including LEA workers, as well as the leadership of the FCT for their support.
Residents at the event commended his performance in his first tenure, particularly in road construction and empowerment initiatives, expressing optimism that his second term would bring accelerated development across the area council.