Politics

Abuja Land Revocation: Wike Gave 14-Day Grace To Govs, Senate Leaders, 565 Others

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1 year ago

January 18, 2025

The FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, has revoked the land allocations belonging to some governors and other political bigwigs.

The Bayelsa and Imo States governors, Senator Diri Douye and Senator Hope Uzodimma, Senate Leader, Opeyemi Bamidele, and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) National Secretary, Senator Samuel Anyanwu, are among the 568 persons whose land allocations in Maitama II, Cadastral Zone A10, Abuja were withdrawn by the Minister.

According to Lere Olayinka, media aide to the minister, the withdrawal of the Right of Occupancy, R-of-O, of the 568 land allottees followed the expiration of the extra two-week grace period granted them to pay their Certificate of Occupancy, C-of-O bills.

Other prominent Nigerians among the 568 allottees are former Governor of Enugu State, Chimaroke Nnamani; Senate Minority Leader, Abba Moro; Chairman of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission, NiDCOM, Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa; and federal lawmaker representing Obokun/Oriade Federal Constituency, Hon. Oluwole Oke, among others.

In October 2024, a total of 3,273 were offered two weeks to pay their bills or lose their R-of-O titles, out of which 2,511 complied, leaving 762.

The 762 allottees were further allowed another grace of two weeks to pay, but as of January 15, this year, 12 days after the expiration of the weeks, only 194 paid, leaving 568.

“The Federal Capital Territory Administration, FCTA, wishes to inform the allottee(s)/titleholder(s) of plot(s) of land in Maitama II, Cadastral Zone A10, Abuja, who have failed to make payment for their Certificate of Occupancy (C-of-O) bills after the expiration of grace period granted by the Honourable Minister, Federal Capital Territory, that their Right of Occupancy to the land/property has been withdrawn under the provisions of Section 28 of the Land Use Act of 1978 for contravention of the terms of the grant, which obligated the title/interest holders to settle all bills.

“The general public is, however, invited to note that allottees/title holders who have completed their payments on or before 15/01/2025 are not affected by this publication,” read the notice of withdrawal.

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Atiku urges INEC to reconsider 2027 election date coinciding with Ramadan

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4 hours ago

February 14, 2026

Ekwutos Blog

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is facing calls to reconsider the February 20, 2027, date announced for the general elections, as it coincides with the holy month of Ramadan.

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and other prominent Nigerians have expressed concerns that holding elections during this period may disenfranchise millions of Muslim voters, citing the physical demands of fasting and spiritual obligations.

Critics argue that fixing elections during Ramadan reflects poor judgment and a lack of sensitivity to Nigeria’s socio-religious realities. INEC has acknowledged the concerns and is undertaking consultations, with the possibility of seeking legislative intervention to adjust the dates.

Politics

PRESIDENT TINUBU EMBARKS ON ONE-DAY OFFICIAL VISIT TO KEBBI STATE

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15 hours ago

February 13, 2026

Ekwutos Blog

President Bola Tinubu will on Saturday embark on a one-day official visit to Kebbi State to inaugurate some projects executed by the state Governor, Dr Nasir Idris.

While in the state, the President will also headline the 61st edition of the 2026 Argungu International Fishing and Cultural Festival as the special guest of honour.

The festival is one of Africa’s most celebrated cultural events.

It is staged by the riverside of the historic Matan Fada, recognised by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) of Humanity.

Bayo Onanuga

Special Adviser to the President

(Information & Strategy)

Friday 13, 2026

Politics

BREAKING: Nuhu Ribadu Ordered My Arrest – El-Rufai Tells Atiku, Reveals Next Move [VIDEO]

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1 day ago

February 13, 2026

Ekwutos Blog

Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai Has Fingered National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu As The ‘Brain’ Behind His Attempted Arrest At The Nnamdi Azikiwe Airport, Abuja, On Thursday After Returning From A Trip To Cairo, Egypt.

Speaking To Former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, Who Paid A Solidarity Visit To Him Last Night At His Residence, El-Rufai Revealed That The ICPC And DSS Not EFCC Operatives Accosted And Tried To Whisk Him Away.

In His Words; “It Turned Out That It’s The ICPC That Procured DSS To Abduct Me And Handed Me Over To Them. The ICPC Has Never Invited Me. We Just Understand That It’s ICPC Not EFCC That’s Responsible For What Happened Today And The ICPC Chairman Is Acting Of The Direct Order Of Nuhu Ribadu.”

In Response, Atiku Sympathized With Him Adding That They Must Build A Viable Opposition To Fight President Tinubu In 2027.

“We Must Come Together And Form A Very Viable Opposition Because Tinubu Is Determined To Turn Nigeria Into A One-Party System.”

Watch The Video Below;

https://www.instagram.com/reel/DUsag7_DPaP/?igsh=MXU3MWQxd2I3N2lmZg==