FCT Minister Nyesom Wike Warns Ground Rent Defaulters Of Property Forfeiture
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has warned ground rent defaulters in the territory that their properties could be forfeited to the FCT Administration if they fail to meet the payment deadline.
Speaking to journalists yesterday after inspecting key infrastructure projects in Wuse and Life Camp, Wike stressed that no further extensions would be granted, noting that the two-week and presidential grace periods given four months ago have long expired.
He cautioned that FCTA officials would seal the premises of defaulters, and ownership of such properties would automatically revert to the government.
“If you have not paid, we will seal up the premises and the property becomes the property of the FCT Administration. It is unfortunate that many Nigerians who complain are unwilling to follow the rules. When we started enforcement, there was even a presidential intervention giving them extra time. But it has been over four months, and we cannot implement projects without tax compliance. This is the last extension,” Wike said.
The minister also provided updates on ongoing projects, including the Transit Way N2 linking the Central Business District to Wuse, and the Arterial Road N5 (Obafemi Awolowo Way) from Life Camp Junction to Karmo, expressing satisfaction with progress and quality of work, and noting contractors’ assurances of timely completion.
On the Abuja bus terminals, Wike said the procurement process is expected to conclude before year-end, adding that the administration is reviewing applicants and their fleet sizes to ensure smooth operations.
