Ground rent: FCTA begins enforcement action on revoked 1,095 properties
The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has commenced enforcement action on 1,095 properties whose leases were revoked due to non-payment of ground rent. The agency stated that this action is part of its ongoing efforts to ensure compliance with land use regulations in the FCT. FCTA explained that the affected properties span residential and commercial […]
FCT minister approves enforcement actions on 1,095 properties – FCTA
The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has announced that the FCT Minister has approved enforcement actions on 1,095 properties across Abuja. According to officials, these properties violated development rules, land use regulations, or were abandoned without proper documentation. The ministry said the decision followed months of verification and site inspections carried out by its agencies. […]
Even as Minister, I cannot order closure of schools in FCT – Wike charges at officials
Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike, has criticized some Federal Capital Territory (FCT) officials for what he called overreach regarding school management. Wike stated clearly that, even if he were a federal minister, he would not have the authority to order schools to close in the FCT, emphasizing the need to respect legal powers and jurisdictions. […]
Life improvement: Nnamdi Kanu’s lawyer Ejimakor, wife, brother in Sokoto to visit Biafra agitator
Nnamdi Kanu’s lawyer, Aloy Ejimakor, alongside his wife and Kanu’s brother, has travelled to Sokoto to check on the welfare and general living conditions of the detained Biafra agitator. The visit comes amid increasing concerns about Kanu’s health and the need for better living conditions while in custody. According to Ejimakor, the trip was motivated […]
Wike presides over expanded security committee meeting amid insecurity
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike on Monday chaired an expanded security committee meeting in Abuja following rising security concerns across the territory. The meeting brought together senior security chiefs, area council leaders, and other top officials to review the current threats and tighten safety measures for residents. According to reports, the minister expressed worry over recent […]
Ground Rent: You’ll lose your properties to FCTA – Wike issues last warning to defaulters
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has issued a final warning to property owners who have failed to pay their ground rent in Abuja. Wike stated that the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) will not hesitate to revoke the rights of defaulters and reclaim their properties if they continue to ignore payment […]
Wike chairs FCT meeting as new waste management begins
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, on Thursday chaired a high-level meeting to kick off a new waste management program across the territory. The initiative aims to improve sanitation, reduce environmental hazards, and streamline waste collection in Abuja. During the meeting, Wike emphasized the importance of coordination between government agencies, private […]
Wike, military officer’s clash national embarrassment — Peter Obi
Former Vice President Peter Obi has described the recent clash between FCT Minister Nyesom Wike and a Nigerian military officer as a national embarrassment. Obi criticized the incident, saying it undermines the dignity of public office and the military. According to Obi, such public confrontations between government officials and uniformed officers are unacceptable in a […]
Wike vs Military Land Dispute: Naval officer was unruly – FCT minister’s Aide
An aide to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has defended the minister’s actions in a recent confrontation involving a Naval officer over a land dispute in Abuja. According to the aide, the officer acted in an unruly manner during the incident, prompting Wike’s response. The aide stated, “The Naval officer […]
Meet AM Yerima: The Naval Officer Who Challenged Wike Over Abuja Land
AM Yerima, a senior officer in the Nigerian Navy, has recently made headlines for challenging Governor Wike over a land dispute in Abuja. Known for his disciplined military background, Yerima has drawn attention to issues surrounding alleged illegal land development and the enforcement of regulations in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). Yerima argued that proper […]