Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, on Thursday promised to increase the wages of his official music band following their lively performance during a public event.
The announcement was made at the commissioning of the newly completed collector road linking Mabushi to the Judges’ Quarters in Katampe, a project executed by a Chinese construction firm.
In a light-hearted moment at the event, the band’s lead singer amused the audience by delivering a playful, mimicked version of a song in what sounded like Chinese, in a gesture of tribute to the contractors’ nationality. The hilarious twist drew laughter from guests, including Wike.
Clearly entertained, the Minister announced on the spot that he would improve their pay. “Now that my band can sing in Chinese language, I’ll increase their fees,” he declared, to the delight of the crowd.
The band immediately seized the moment, breaking into a fresh tune with the lyrics, “Agreement is agreement,” while repeatedly calling out Wike’s name, adding even more humour and excitement to the event.
