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Karshi, a satellite town in Abuja, is set for a significant transformation as Wisdom Kwati Smart City Ltd embarks on an ambitious project to develop the area into a modern urban hub. This initiative promises to enhance the town’s visibility and foster economic growth by attracting investments, creating job opportunities, and improving infrastructure.
The development will focus on revitalizing key areas, including the historic Karshi market, which has long served as a vital trading center in the region. Wisdom Kwati, the CEO of Wisdom Kwati Group, emphasized the importance of this project, stating, “We are committed to creating affordable housing for the middle and low-income classes, addressing the ongoing shortage of such accommodations in the Federal Capital Territory.”
Kwati’s vision aligns closely with the current administration’s efforts to improve housing accessibility. “Our project is aligned with the current administration’s vision to improve access to housing. We are committed to supporting the government’s initiatives through innovative real estate solutions that can bridge the gap between demand and supply,” he added.
The proposed development aims to create an eco-friendly and self-sustaining mega city that integrates technology and environmental sustainability. “Our vision with the Karshi Smart City is to create a self-sustaining ecosystem where technology, environmental sustainability, and quality of life come together seamlessly,” Kwati remarked.
In addressing the pressing issue of congestion in central Abuja, Kwati’s plan seeks to encourage residents to relocate to the satellite town. “Abuja’s housing crisis is a pressing issue, and we are determined to make a difference. Our project will not only offer affordable homes but also incorporate sustainable building practices that will reduce costs in the long run—making life easier for residents,” he explained.
This development initiative coincides with the recent announcement by the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) administration regarding the completion of the Karshi-Apo road. During a site inspection in July 2024, the FCT Minister, Nysom Wike, expressed his commitment to the road project, stating, “I am happy that under the current administration’s renewed hope agenda, we will do everything possible to see that the area from Karshi to Apo is completed. I will take this road as a personal project and make sure that we complete it.”
The Karshi-Apo road is currently designed as a single lane, but its configuration may change as development progresses, with the FCT administration considering expanding it to a dual lane. Wike also mentioned a proposed interstate road linking Karshi to Ara in Nassarawa State, contingent on federal government support.
With these developments, Wisdom Kwati Smart City’s initiative marks a pivotal step toward the revitalization of Karshi and sets the stage for the town’s future growth. The proposed housing development not only aims to meet the community’s needs but also serves as a forerunner to broader urban development plans for the area
Justus Adejumoh is an IT / Telecom Reporter who has been covering the ICT sector for over a decade. He is currently the IT / Telecom Editor of Independent Newspapers Limited. With a knack for the industry’s issues and trends, he has given impetus to the industry through agenda-setting reports, analysis of issues and interfacing with industry stakeholders.
A graduate of Nigerian Institute of Journalism (NIJ), he also attended Delta State University, Abraka, Delta State for his first degree and Master from University of Lagos. Also, he has attended several training courses and workshops on media and other fields. They include CNN / MultiChoice Media Training, CSR Training- Pan-Atlantic University (Lagos Business School), and Microsoft Advanced Media Training, among others.
He is currently the General Secretary of Nigeria Information Technology Reporters’ Association (NITRA) and a Senior Member of Chartered Institute of Public Diplomacy and Management (CIPDM).
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