Nigeria's capital territory has issued a final ultimatum to property owners delinquent on ground rent payments, with authorities threatening asset seizures for continued noncompliance. Federal Capital Territory Minister Ezenwo Nyesom Wike announced Monday that enforcement would proceed immediately, dismissing the possibility of additional extensions despite previous presidential intervention that granted extra weeks several months ago. The warning came during his inspection of infrastructure developments in Wuse and Lifecamp districts.
Wike emphasized that revenue collection remains essential for financing territorial projects, criticizing residents who delayed payment until facing penalties. Properties with outstanding debts will be sealed and transferred to government ownership, the minister stated, defending the administration's decision to begin strict enforcement measures.
Separately, Wike provided construction updates on two major roadways being developed by Levante Construction and Julius Berger, with the Transit Way N2 anticipated for completion by mid-2026 and the Arterial Road N5 scheduled for January delivery. Officials are currently processing applications to identify operators for recently inaugurated bus facilities.
Wike emphasized that revenue collection remains essential for financing territorial projects, criticizing residents who delayed payment until facing penalties. Properties with outstanding debts will be sealed and transferred to government ownership, the minister stated, defending the administration's decision to begin strict enforcement measures.
Separately, Wike provided construction updates on two major roadways being developed by Levante Construction and Julius Berger, with the Transit Way N2 anticipated for completion by mid-2026 and the Arterial Road N5 scheduled for January delivery. Officials are currently processing applications to identify operators for recently inaugurated bus facilities.
