FCTA begins demolition as encroachment spreads
By Vincent A. Yusuf, Itodo Daniel Sule, Dalhatu Liman, Habeebat Ajayi & Philip Shimnom Clement The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, yesterday directed the immediate demolition of houses and other structures obstructing designated water channels and green spaces across the capital. The exercise came barely three days after heavy rainfall […]
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has ordered the immediate demolition of structures obstructing designated water channels and green spaces across the capital. This directive came after heavy rainfall submerged homes, businesses, and vehicles in parts of the FCT, including the affluent Maitama District.
Wike, who inspected flood-affected areas in Maitama, asserted that demolition would proceed regardless of ongoing political activities or the status of the property owners. He emphasized that wealthy Nigerians, including senators, would see their homes demolished, stating that the government would not tolerate social status preventing the enforcement of development regulations.
Residents affected by the demolition expressed concern, alleging they were caught off guard and faced significant losses. The issue extends beyond Goalview Estate, with areas previously designated as green spaces and drainage corridors now being developed, raising questions about compliance with approved building plans and the enforcement of development regulations in the nation's capital.
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