Wike Grants Land Titles to FCT Traditional Rulers

In Abuja on Friday, Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike presented land allocation documents to members of the FCT Council of Traditional Rulers, announcing a full waiver of statutory fees for the titles as directed by President Bola Tinubu.

The gesture aims to recognize the historical presence of indigenous communities in the territory, which predates the FCT's creation in 1976. Wike emphasized that traditional rulers, who have inhabited the land for generations, should not face financial burdens for formalizing ownership. "We cannot deny the fact that there are indigenous people who were here before the creation of the FCT," Wike said. "Mr. President said we must extend a hand of fellowship to you." He added that legal frameworks have sometimes overlooked original ownership, but the current administration seeks to honor those contributions.

Wike commended the rulers for their role in maintaining peace during recent Area Council elections, calling them the most orderly in the FCT's history. To bolster their efforts in community leadership and order, he pledged utility vehicles for all traditional rulers. He also congratulated several leaders elevated from second-class...