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Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Nyesom Wike has addressed concerns regarding his administration’s recent land revocation efforts for ground rent defaulters.

Wike said that the revocation is not motivated by an interest in acquiring valuable plots but rather by the necessity of collecting dues to fund essential infrastructure projects.

The minister, who stated that the land revocation process had been ongoing for years, affirmed that he was merely continuing the work already underway when he assumed office.

He made these known during a site visit on Tuesday to inspect several infrastructure projects, including the expansive 10-lane, 15-kilometre Apo-Wasa road, the Court of Appeal Complex in Jabi District, and the Saburi-Dei Dei road.

In response to inquiries concerning the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, whose name appeared in the list of ground rent defaulters but has denied owing any dues, Wike clarified that individuals able to substantiate their payments with receipts would not face repercussions.

Wike reiterated that the two-week grace period granted to defaulters would not be extended beyond its expiration on January 3, 2025.

“As far as I’m concerned, these actions were undertaken before we arrived. The Land Department and the AGIS generated this data from the existing system. You should have received your Certificate of Occupancy (C of O) if you’ve paid.

“Without a C of O, it implies payment has not been made. I do not want to dispute this issue, but I will say that if anyone can prove they have paid, they will be considered differently,” he said.

The minister explained that compliance with land payment obligations is crucial for generating revenue for Abuja’s development.

“These allocations were made over ten years ago, not during our tenure. Abuja relies on property taxes to facilitate development, and we must ensure that individuals comply with their obligations.

“As such, we will not extend the grace period. Once it lapses, we will reallocate those lands to those ready and willing to comply,” he added.

When questioned whether ongoing criticism from certain political factions might hinder his efforts, Wike expressed confidence in his focus.

“Distractions have never been an issue for me. I remain steadfast in my duties. Complaints are a natural part of governance; it is impossible to satisfy everyone. Nevertheless, we will continue our work regardless of the pushback, including any talk of demolitions,” he said.

EpicDude123:
Wike be Calming Down

Primearc:
Wike should apply caution with issues of lands

affable4:
And those issuing the C-of-O will make the process difficult and frustrate land owners.

Out of desperation, you either pay more, or lose your land.

onadana:
This arrogant Mr project....is it road and bridges and claiming lands that's all?What happen to health care,transportation,security, electricity other benefits for the masses.Wike and Tinubu ...strange bed fellows.

dynicks:
Something AV discovered about these 3 men! TINUBU, AKPABIO and WIKE.......Give them jobs to do.....They would deliver very well but surely they will LOOT!!....

Primearc:
please guys please don't just scroll pass. please I beg you in the name of almighty GOD pls someone should please help me, my little sister and I we are starving. Please help us the last time we ate a good food was from our neighbor on Christmas Day. Since then we have surviving on drinking garri since on and now the garri that we use to have hope has finished. the little money I have I used it to pay for house rent so that we can at least have roof over our head this new year. am pleading for help please, not for my sake but for kid sis please am a primary school teacher and a house painter, our mom is late and my dad has retired. No matter how little it will go a long way to help us. May GOD in heaven come to your aid as you have come to ours. amen
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humberjade:
That's why Nigeria is the way it is. While we all know that the political class has been failing us for ages, we citizens should do what is expected of us.

The C of O is a must have for every house owner, we don't have to always wait for people to push us before we do what is expected of us as citizens.