The FCT Minister, Barrister Ezenwo Nyesom Wike, has declared that the significant reforms in land administration in the FCT are aimed at accelerating the development of Abuja, the nation’s capital.
Wike who spoke with journalists shortly after a routine inspection of key infrastructure projects in the Abuja city centre, recently clarified that the reforms are designed to discourage individuals from holding onto land allocations for speculative purposes, often waiting for market appreciation before selling.
He stressed the importance of timely development and payment to ensure the efficient allocation and utilization of land resources.
“We are trying to stop land speculators. Somebody who says he wants land in Abuja but cannot develop it in two years – that’s land speculation.
“Secondly, if you have been given allocation, you should be able to pay within 21 days to have your C of O. What is wrong with that? That’s also to generate funds for the government”, he said.
He opined that the FCT Minister possesses the authority to implement these reforms without the need for additional enabling legislation.
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