Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has presented land allocation documents to members of the FCT Council of Chiefs, waiving all statutory fees for the land titles.
This move is aimed at strengthening the relationship between the government and indigenous authorities, recognizing the historical presence of indigenous people in the FCT.
Wike stated that the decision was based on directives from President Bola Tinubu, emphasizing that it would be “unfair” to ask traditional rulers to pay for land they’ve inhabited for generations. The minister also commended the monarchs for ensuring the “most peaceful” Area Council elections in the territory’s history and promised utility vehicles to support their efforts.
The Ona of Abaji, Adamu Yunusa, expressed gratitude to Tinubu and Wike, pledging continued support for the administration’s policies. Ongoing infrastructure projects in satellite towns, including the Airport-Kuje road dualization and Bwari-Zuba link road, are scheduled for commissioning in June.
