In a decisive move to restore order and transparency in Abuja’s real estate landscape, the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has inaugurated two high-level committees. These committees have been tasked with auditing the sale of federal government-owned houses and streamlining the titling process of designated park plots within the territory.
The Director of Land Administration, Chijioke Nwankwoeze, announced the development during the official inauguration of the committees at his office over the weekend. According to him, the action follows ministerial directives issued in response to widespread irregularities uncovered in past property transactions.
A statement by the Assistant Director of Information and Customer Service, Badaru Yakassai, revealed that the infractions include deviations from approved mandates, improper verification processes, late payments, insufficient documentation, poor interdepartmental coordination, and other significant breaches.
Mr. Nwankwoeze noted that FCT Minister Nyesom Wike approved the formation of the committees with clear mandates and timelines, underscoring a renewed commitment to accountability.
The first committee will focus on vetting the sale of government-owned houses, ensuring alignment with the original 2003–2005 federal monetisation and sales policy. The second committee is charged with reviewing the titling and allocation of park plots in the FCT, aligning these activities with the current land reform policies under the administration.
Describing the initiative as both “bold and irreversible,” Mr. Nwankwoeze emphasized the administration’s commitment to resolving long-standing issues related to public property allocation and ownership in the FCT.
He further expressed confidence that the committees would not only clean up systemic inefficiencies but also help restore public confidence in the land administration process.
“This exercise is backed by strong political will from the FCT Minister and aligns with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda,” Mr. Nwankwoeze added.
