Key Points
- Ice Prince hails Abuja as Africa’s top city. He says growth proves a world-class status today.
- The claim sparks debate with rival city fans. Some cite Cape Town and Kigali in replies.
- His post references Abuja development from 1996 to 2025. He mentions Wike’s tenure at the FCT today.
Ice Prince (Panshak Zamani) has praised Abuja’s growth. He called it Africa’s number one world-class city. The rapper wrote on X as @Iceprincezamani today. His post praised steady work by leaders and residents.
He said he watched Abuja grow since the 1990s. He named Abacha-era NTA and today’s Wike-led FCT. Supporters cheered, while city pride filled the replies. Others pushed back with Cape Town and Kigali.
Context around Abuja’s status remains active this month. Wike recently repeated the Abuja is safest city claim. That view supports Ice Prince’s world-class argument today.
What he said in his post
His post used simple words and a proud tone. “I can confidently debate that Abuja is number one,” he wrote. He also saluted work by those building the city. He fixed dates from 1996 to the present.
Why the claim draws debate
World-class labels often stir pride and quick pushback. Fans cite roads, security, arts, and clean rules. Critics compare cost, jobs, culture, and visitor reach. They name Kigali, Cape Town, and Johannesburg often.
Formal city rankings differ by method and fresh data. Most weigh safety, ease, transport, and liveability basics. Policy steps still shape results across the federal capital. This month brought a recent FCTA policy statement.
For now, his claim stays a proud personal view. It keeps Abuja’s image in the daily talk. Leaders may like the praise during ongoing city work. Residents will judge progress on life and ease.
Abuja was planned as a purpose-built national capital. It sits at Nigeria’s centre with wide roads. New estates grow fast across suburbs like Lokogoma. Major sites include Aso Rock and the National Mosque.
Fans say these features fit a world-class frame. But global charts judge far more than nice views. They study growth that lasts across many years. That is where firm policy gains still help.
Ice Prince has not issued a longer follow-up yet. He may expand on his view during media rounds. For now, the post keeps fans talking online. The talk may guide future shows and features.
