ADVERTISEMENT
  • Hausa Edition
  • Podcast
  • Conferences
  • LeVogue Magazine
  • Business News
  • Print Advert Rates
  • Online Advert Rates
  • Contact Us
Thursday, September 18, 2025
Leadership Newspapers
Read in Hausa
  • Home
  • News
  • Politics
  • Business
  • Sport
    • Football
  • Health
  • Entertainment
  • Education
  • Opinion
    • Editorial
    • Columns
  • Others
    • LeVogue Magazine
    • Conferences
    • National Economy
  • Contact Us
No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • News
  • Politics
  • Business
  • Sport
    • Football
  • Health
  • Entertainment
  • Education
  • Opinion
    • Editorial
    • Columns
  • Others
    • LeVogue Magazine
    • Conferences
    • National Economy
  • Contact Us
No Result
View All Result
Leadership Newspapers
No Result
View All Result

Ground Rent Debts: We Are Not Interested In Your Land, Wike Tells Defaulters

by Igho Oyoyo
9 months ago
in News
Wike
Share on WhatsAppShare on FacebookShare on XTelegram

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

Advertisement

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.

Related News

Court Martial Sentences Soldier To Death For Murder

1 hour ago

2025 Budget: N’Assembly Seeks Withdrawal Of Contract Circulars

2 hours ago

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.

 

 

 

 

Join Our WhatsApp Channel

Tags: Nyesom Wike
SendShare10171Tweet6357Share

Other News Updates

News

Court Martial Sentences Soldier To Death For Murder

2025/09/18
News

2025 Budget: N’Assembly Seeks Withdrawal Of Contract Circulars

2025/09/18
News

Emergencies: ONSA Leads Simulation Exercise To Test National Response Preparedness

2025/09/18
News

Kwara Government Relocates NYSC Camp Over Insecurity

2025/09/18
News

Sports Reform At Heart Of Nigeria’s 2030 Games Bid ¬— Presidency

2025/09/18
News

Rivers Assembly To Probe Administrator Ibas

2025/09/18
Leadership Conference advertisement

LATEST

Haaland Scores Landmark Goal As City Beat 10-man Napoli In Champions League

Rashford Scores Twice As Barca Beat Newcastle In Champions League Opener

Court Martial Sentences Soldier To Death For Murder

2025 Budget: N’Assembly Seeks Withdrawal Of Contract Circulars

Fubara’s Whereabout Unknown Day After Reinstatement

Wike Defends Midnight Meeting With Fubara Over Rivers Election

Emergencies: ONSA Leads Simulation Exercise To Test National Response Preparedness

Wike Assures Of Non-interference In Fubara’s Choice Of Cabinet

Kwara Government Relocates NYSC Camp Over Insecurity

Sports Reform At Heart Of Nigeria’s 2030 Games Bid ¬— Presidency

© 2025 Leadership Media Group - All Rights Reserved.

No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • News
  • Politics
  • Business
  • Sport
    • Football
  • Health
  • Entertainment
  • Education
  • Opinion
    • Editorial
    • Columns
  • Others
    • LeVogue Magazine
    • Conferences
    • National Economy
  • Contact Us

© 2025 Leadership Media Group - All Rights Reserved.