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Wike Condemns Military Takeover Of Abuja Land, Orders Halt To Illegal Development ...Says Former Naval Chief Behind Encroachment, Vows to Resist Intimidation

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Barr. Nyesom Wike, has condemned the alleged illegal takeover of a disputed land in Abuja by military personnel reportedly acting on the orders of a former Chief of Naval Staff, describing the act as lawless and unacceptable.

Wike, who personally visited the site on Tuesday after receiving reports that soldiers had driven away FCTA officials enforcing development control directives, said no individual no matter their former position would be allowed to intimidate government authorities or obstruct enforcement of the law.

“You are aware that the land departments and the Development Control have the mandate to monitor illegal development and land grabbing,” the minister said.

“When this was brought to my attention, I instructed them to ensure that nothing takes place there, as there were no legal documents—no regional approval, no valid acquisition.”

According to Wike, while officials of the Department of Development Control were on site to implement his directive, they were chased away by armed soldiers allegedly acting under the instruction of a retired senior officer.

“I was informed that the soldiers of the military had to chase them away, and I thought they were acting illegally,” Wike said. “Today, while I was in the office, I was called again that the military had taken over the place. I had to come myself to see things. It’s really unfortunate.”

He expressed shock that a person who once held a top military position could resort to such intimidation rather than follow due process.

“I don’t understand how somebody who attained that position cannot approach my office to say, ‘Look, this is what is going on.’ But simply because he’s a military man, he thinks he can use that to intimidate Nigerians. I am not one of those that will succumb to blackmail or intimidation,” the minister said firmly.

Wike also disclosed that when the FCTA officials demanded documents to justify the occupation, none were produced.

“The Director of Development Control said, ‘Bring the documents’ they don’t have them. ‘Bring approval for building’ they don’t have it. How can we continue to allow lawlessness to prevail? What about those who don’t have the military behind them? What about ordinary Nigerians?”

The minister maintained that the FCT Administration would not tolerate the misuse of military power to obstruct legitimate urban regulation, stressing that the rule of law must apply to all.

“I have spoken to the Chief of Defence Staff and the Chief of Naval Staff. They assured me that the matter will be resolved. We’re not here to have a shootout with anybody or cause chaos,” Wike said.

“But I will not allow this to happen. The same way we enforce our laws in other areas is the same way it will be done here. Nobody whether a former Chief of Naval Staff or anyone else will be allowed to carry out illegal development on government land.”

Wike reaffirmed his commitment to restoring order and accountability in Abuja’s land administration, warning that the FCTA would continue to reclaim encroached areas, no matter how powerful those involved may be.

Because he was told to stop building on a land he has no TITLE DOCUMENT and Building Approval, former Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Awwal Zubairu Gambo, sent his Armed Military Security Details to attack men of the FCTA Department of Development Control.

He also stationed armed Military Men to protect the illegal development, with the Military Men threatening to shoot anyone who interfere with them.

Today, the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, visited the site, after talking to the Chief of Defence Staff on Phone.

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6TY2Ty1vM8M

Wike Condemns Military Takeover Of Abuja Land, Orders Halt To Illegal Development ...Says Former Naval Chief Behind Encroachment, Vows to Resist Intimidation

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Barr. Nyesom Wike, has condemned the alleged illegal takeover of a disputed land in Abuja by military personnel reportedly acting on the orders of a former Chief of Naval Staff, describing the act as lawless and unacceptable.

Wike, who personally visited the site on Tuesday after receiving reports that soldiers had driven away FCTA officials enforcing development control directives, said no individual no matter their former position would be allowed to intimidate government authorities or obstruct enforcement of the law.

“You are aware that the land departments and the Development Control have the mandate to monitor illegal development and land grabbing,” the minister said.

“When this was brought to my attention, I instructed them to ensure that nothing takes place there, as there were no legal documents—no regional approval, no valid acquisition.”

According to Wike, while officials of the Department of Development Control were on site to implement his directive, they were chased away by armed soldiers allegedly acting under the instruction of a retired senior officer.

“I was informed that the soldiers of the military had to chase them away, and I thought they were acting illegally,” Wike said. “Today, while I was in the office, I was called again that the military had taken over the place. I had to come myself to see things. It’s really unfortunate.”

He expressed shock that a person who once held a top military position could resort to such intimidation rather than follow due process.

“I don’t understand how somebody who attained that position cannot approach my office to say, ‘Look, this is what is going on.’ But simply because he’s a military man, he thinks he can use that to intimidate Nigerians. I am not one of those that will succumb to blackmail or intimidation,” the minister said firmly.

Wike also disclosed that when the FCTA officials demanded documents to justify the occupation, none were produced.

“The Director of Development Control said, ‘Bring the documents’ they don’t have them. ‘Bring approval for building’ they don’t have it. How can we continue to allow lawlessness to prevail? What about those who don’t have the military behind them? What about ordinary Nigerians?”

The minister maintained that the FCT Administration would not tolerate the misuse of military power to obstruct legitimate urban regulation, stressing that the rule of law must apply to all.

“I have spoken to the Chief of Defence Staff and the Chief of Naval Staff. They assured me that the matter will be resolved. We’re not here to have a shootout with anybody or cause chaos,” Wike said.

“But I will not allow this to happen. The same way we enforce our laws in other areas is the same way it will be done here. Nobody whether a former Chief of Naval Staff or anyone else will be allowed to carry out illegal development on government land.”

Wike reaffirmed his commitment to restoring order and accountability in Abuja’s land administration, warning that the FCTA would continue to reclaim encroached areas, no matter how powerful those involved may be.

Wike is taking no nonsense.

All the best to those who are going to be affected by his demolition exercise

That Lt. showed Wike he had no levels. He thinks Abuja na PH wey him Dey lord over.

I trust Wike to pursue the matter legally to its logical conclusion

The officer stood his ground and I must commend him for that, he didn't even give a F about Wike's security.


I hate it when these so-called elders think they can use age to intimidate younger people. Even with the insults the young officer still showed him respect but pride didn't allow him notice......The officer was obeying orders from a Superior officer, Wike should be calming down. Everything nor be gra gra

Ttalk:
I trust Wike to pursue the matter legally to its logical conclusion

He will collect soon, keep pushing him to journey of no return, but remember life has no duplicate

Wike is right. No one is above the law.

Wike was right on the side of the law but the insulting part was not necessary.

Gambo zubairu the former naval Chief you are not above the law

Bahamas95:
The officer stood his ground and I must commend him for that, he didn't even give a F about Wike's security.


I hate it when these so-called elders think they can use age to intimidate younger people. Even with the insults the young officer still showed him respect but pride didn't allow him notice......The officer was obeying orders from a Superior officer, Wike should be calming down. Everything nor be gra gra

This was the part that upset me. Wike telling us how old he was etc. Who cares? Why do Africans think that just because they came to earth before someone else, the world must bow to them? Wike was busy trying to prove to the officer that he came to earth before him. Our politicians don't learn at all. The first coup in 66-7 took away senior officials and who headed the government? A small boy called Yakubu Gowon, who hadn't even married or had a child. I think power gets these politicans carried away. They keep talking down at Nigeria youth, displaying extravagance and expect them to bow to them.

⚔️ Coup Plotters (Ages in 1966)

1. Major Chukwuma Kaduna Nzeogwu – 29
2. Major Emmanuel Ifeajuna – 31
3. Major Adewale Ademoyega – ~30
4. Captain Chris Anuforo – ~28
5. Major Don Okafor – ~30
6. Lt. Fola Oyewole – ~26
7. Lt. Humphrey Chukwuka – ~27

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🏛️ Assassinated Political and Military Leaders (Ages in 1966)
1. Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa (Prime Minister) – 53
2. Sir Ahmadu Bello (Premier, Northern Region) – 55
3. Chief Samuel Ladoke Akintola (Premier, Western Region) – 54


Who is deceiving Wike about age? They better learn from history.

SixSeven:
This was the part that upset me. Wike telling us how old he was etc. Who cares? Why do Africans think that just because they came to earth before someone else, the world must bow to them? Wike was busy trying to prove to the officer that he came to earth before him. Our politicians don't learn at all. The first coup in 66-7 took away senior officials and who headed the government? A small boy called Yakubu Gowon, who hadn't even married or had a child. I think power gets these politicans carried away. They keep talking down at Nigeria youth, displaying extravagance and expect them to bow to them.

⚔️ Coup Plotters (Ages in 1966)

1. Major Chukwuma Kaduna Nzeogwu – 29
2. Major Emmanuel Ifeajuna – 31
3. Major Adewale Ademoyega – ~30
4. Captain Chris Anuforo – ~28
5. Major Don Okafor – ~30
6. Lt. Fola Oyewole – ~26
7. Lt. Humphrey Chukwuka – ~27

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🏛️ Assassinated Political and Military Leaders (Ages in 1966)
1. Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa (Prime Minister) – 53
2. Sir Ahmadu Bello (Premier, Northern Region) – 55
3. Chief Samuel Ladoke Akintola (Premier, Western Region) – 54


Who is deceiving Wike about age? They better learn from history.

Don't mind them.


Wike should tender an apology, not only to the officer but the Nigerian military. He disrespected them.

As I was watching the video many thoughts were running through my mind. What if that officer was power drunk like Wike? There would have been bloodshed because his security would have tried to impress him like they always do and the soldiers won't fold their arms and watch.

That officer didn't behave like a typical Nigerian soldier, he acted in a civil manner unlike Wike who was just screaming like a motor park chairman.


Person wey he dey call small boy nai come behave like elder, he should hide his face in shame.

Bahamas95:
Don't mind them.


Wike should tender an apology, not only to the officer but the Nigerian military. He disrespected them.

As I was watching the video many thoughts were running through my mind. What if that officer was power drunk like Wike? There would have been bloodshed because his security would have tried to impress him like they always do and the soldiers won't fold their arms and watch.

That officer didn't behave like a typical Nigerian soldier, he acted in a civil manner unlike Wike who was just screaming like a motor park chairman.


Person wey he dey call small boy nai come behave like elder, he should hide his face in shame.

Wike behaved like a Tout.

I wonder how such a Unrefined Element wanted to be president of Nigeria.

Thank God Atiku OutMuscled him in that PDP primary.