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Nyesom Wike, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) minister, has affirmed that his administration will not be deterred by blackmail or protests.
During an address in Abuja, Wike pledged to persist with the demolition of all shanties that pose a security threat to the residents of the capital city. The minister’s commitment followed his inspection of the ongoing demolition of shanties in Ruga.
Wike expressed his frustration that the area had been cleared 22 times, yet the occupants continued to return.
He warned against rebuilding in the area, underscoring the FCT administration’s duty to uphold Abuja’s master plan.
The minister instructed Abba Gara, the spokesperson for the occupants, to choose five representatives for a crucial meeting with government officials on Tuesday to discuss a peaceful resolution. Wike also mentioned that selected areas of the demolished settlements would be converted into bus terminals.
On November 5, residents of Ruga, a settlement along the airport road in Abuja, protested against the minister over the demolition of structures.
The demonstration was led by Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), and Deji Adeyanju, a lawyer and activist. The protesters demanded the minister’s dismissal, alleging ancestral ownership of the demolished settlements.
NYESOM WIKE
MINISTER OF THE FCT
Source: Swifteradio.com
