FCT warns venue owners of title loss over illegal gatherings

The Federal Capital Territory Administration has issued a warning to owners of hotels, event centers, and other public facilities in Abuja against hosting gatherings by organizations it deems illegal, stating that violations could lead to the revocation of their property titles. The directive, announced in a statement on Friday, emphasizes that land allocations in the capital are strictly for lawful activities and that usage of such venues will now be closely monitored to ensure security.

Officials said the move is part of broader efforts to safeguard lives and property and to support security agencies. The administration specifically advised facility owners during the current political season to only engage with leadership of political parties officially recognized by the Independent National Electoral Commission and to maintain proper transaction records.

The warning comes ahead of a special national convention planned for Saturday by a faction of the Peoples Democratic Party. That faction, led by former minister Kabiru Turaki, intends to ratify former President Goodluck Jonathan as its sole presidential candidate for the 2027 election at the AClass Event Centre in Wuse 2,...