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Abuja Land Revocation: Peter Obi And Others Lose 165 Plots

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By Tambaya Julius

The Federal Capital Territory FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, has recently taken decisive action by revoking 165 plots of land located in the prestigious districts of Abuja.

This bold move comes as a response to the persistent failure of allottees to develop these valuable plots, affecting prominent areas such as Maitama, Gudu, Wuye, Katampe, Katampe Extension, Wuse 2, Jabi, Utako, Idu Industrial Zone, and Asokoro.

In an official notice issued on a Thursday night in Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) announced the revocation of these plots under the authority of Section 28(5)(a) & (b) of the Land Use Act 1978.

The reason cited for this action was the continuous contravention of the terms of development of the Right of Occupancy, specifically non-development.

Mr Olusade Adesola, the Permanent Secretary, signed the notice, and it reads, “The Federal Capital Territory Administration FCTA hereby informs the general public that the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory has, in the exercise of the powers conferred on him under Section 28(5)(a) & (b) of the Land Use Act 1978, revoked the underlisted plots with names and titles as reflected in our records for continued contravention of the terms of development of the Right of Occupancy to wit non-development.”

Among the plots revoked in the Maitama district, A05, some notable names include Liyel Imoke, Musa Aboki Egu, Hassan Hadejia, and Ishaya Baba. In the Jabi area, allottees facing revocation include Sam Nda-Isaiah and Donubari Josephine Kogbara.

Meanwhile, Katampe district lists Peter Gregory Obi and BUA International, among others.

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Other areas also saw notable names on the revoked list, including Julius Berger Nigeria, Honeywell Construction, Uffot Joseph Ekaette, Shittu Mohammed, Udoma Udo Udoma, Kanu Agabi, Niki Niki Tobi, Ishaku Bello, and more.

Nyesom Wike, upon taking office, made a commitment to restore the master plan of the territory and address issues related to undeveloped plots and unpaid ground rents.

To enforce this commitment, he granted allottees a two-week grace period to settle their ground rents; failure to comply would result in the revocation of their allocations.

This recent action underscores the administration’s determination to ensure responsible land use and development in Abuja, sending a clear message that non-development of prime land will not be tolerated.

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I Can Sacrifice My 2027 Ambition For Better Candidate, Says SDP’s Adebayo

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The 2023 presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), Adewole Adebayo, says he is willing to step down his presidential ambition in the 2027 elections for a better politician to emerge as the flag bearer of his party.

The lawyer stated this on the Sunday edition of Inside Sources with Laolu Akande, a socio-political programme aired on Channels Television.

“Everybody knows that I have an aspiration. I’m working on it but God is the author of tomorrow; we don’t even know who is going to be around in 2027,” Adebayo said.

“It is my prayer to God that if there is a person who God thinks is better than me to fix the problem of Nigeria, my ambition should not stop that person because we want a country that works. That is the kind of thing we are working on at this time.”

Adebayo said the SDP would give Nigerians a candidate that all citizens would be proud of and be ready to give a chance to unseat President Bola Tinubu of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the next presidential election.

The politician said the SDP won’t divide Nigerians along the delicate lines of religion and ethnicity.

He said, “What used to be an easy discussion – with religion and ethnicity – has become explosive now. So, we will not use the SDP forum to try to bifurcate our people into different zones.

“What we are looking for now is a system where when we make a choice in the SDP, there will be resounding joy outside the SDP and Nigerians will say: ‘Okay, finally, this platform has given the country a chance’.”

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Defunct Heritage Bank: NDIC to Compensate Depositors Exceeding N5m Limit

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The Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC) has announced that it is actively working to ensure prompt compensation for depositors of the defunct Heritage Bank, specifically those whose account balances surpass the N5 million insurance cap.

Following the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) revocation of Heritage Bank’s operating license on June 3, 2024, the NDIC was designated as the liquidator in accordance with the provisions of Section 12(2) of the Banks and Other Financial Institutions Act (BOFIA) 2020, alongside Sections 55(1 & 2) of the NDIC Act 2023.

In a recent update regarding the payment of uninsured amounts to Heritage Bank depositors (currently in liquidation), the corporation indicated that it has commenced the liquidation process, which includes verifying and reimbursing insured deposits to all depositors.

The NDIC reported significant advancements in the reimbursement of insured deposits up to the N5 million maximum per depositor. This clarification addresses concerns raised by depositors regarding the payment process.

According to the NDIC management, the depositors who have yet to receive their insured amounts mostly lack a Bank Verification Number (BVN) or do not have alternative accounts in other banks, which would enable the corporation to retrieve their information from the Nigeria Inter-Bank Settlement System (NIBSS) database for payment processing. Additionally, some accounts are subject to post no debit (PND) restrictions, while others face Know Your Customer (KYC) limitations, including Tier 1 accounts that restrict the maximum deposit amount, and issues with name discrepancies that need resolution.

Furthermore, some depositors who have received payments may not be aware due to the absence of mobile transaction alerts on their alternate accounts where the insured funds were deposited by the NDIC. The corporation advises these depositors to review their other bank accounts, as some payments may have been processed without their immediate knowledge.

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Regarding the initiation of payments for uninsured depositors, the NDIC confirmed that while depositors with balances exceeding N5 million have received the initial insured amounts, the remaining balance above the N5 million insurance limit will be disbursed as liquidation dividends in line with the corporation’s statutory obligations.

The statement highlighted that the corporation has made significant progress in liquidating physical assets and recovering debts from the failed bank to expedite payments to depositors with balances above the insured threshold.

The NDIC emphasized, “To showcase our commitment, the corporation has initiated the liquidation of physical assets and investments while concurrently pursuing aggressive debt recovery, alongside the verification and payment of insured sums.”

“To ensure transparency and adherence to legal standards, the NDIC has extensively publicized the asset disposal process on its official website, social media channels, major national newspapers, and through radio and television broadcasts.”

The corporation’s strategy of simultaneously compensating insured depositors while aggressively pursuing asset liquidation and debt recovery aims to hasten the liquidation process, ensuring all depositors receive their funds without unnecessary delays.

The NDIC further stated, “With significant progress in asset realization, we plan to announce the first tranche of liquidation dividends in April 2025, which will be allocated to uninsured depositors on a pro-rata basis, in accordance with Section 72 of the NDIC Act 2023 addressing the priority of claims.”

For clarity, this section specifies: “In the event that an insured institution is unable to fulfill its obligations or suspends payments, or if its management is taken over by the Central Bank of Nigeria following the revocation of its license, the assets of the insured institution shall be utilized to meet its deposit liabilities, which take precedence over all other liabilities.”

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Therefore, other claimants of the defunct Heritage Bank, including creditors and shareholders, will only be considered for liquidation dividends after all depositors have been fully reimbursed.

The NDIC reiterated its commitment to safeguarding depositors’ funds in all licensed banks, urging the public to engage in banking activities without apprehension, as all other banks remain stable and secure.

Affected depositors with further inquiries are encouraged to reach out to the Claims Resolution Department of the NDIC for additional clarification.

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Tariff Conflict: EU Prepared to Stand Firm Against the US, Says German Chancellor Scholz

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German Chancellor Olaf Scholz expressed on Sunday that Europe seeks collaboration with the United States, while simultaneously asserting that the EU is ready to take unified action if Washington enforces tariffs on steel and aluminum.

During his address at the Hanover Industrial Trade Fair, which this year highlights Canada as its partner country, Scholz underscored Canada’s status as an independent nation.

This statement follows former US President Donald Trump’s remarks about the potential annexation of Canada, referring to it as the 51st state of the US.

“We stand alongside you. Canada is not a territory to be claimed by anyone else. It is a proud, sovereign nation,” he affirmed.

In response to Trump’s tariff proposals, the Chancellor articulated that his counter to “America First” policies is a call for enhanced free trade, increased competitiveness, and greater technological independence.

He emphasized that Europe is neither naive nor weak, asserting that trade conflicts are harmful to all parties involved.

“I convey this message to the United States: Europe’s objective remains cooperation. However, if the US forces our hand through tariffs on steel and aluminum, we, as the EU, will respond collectively,” he concluded.

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