The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has announced that property owners in the Federal Capital City have three months to develop their uncompleted or abandoned buildings.
Failure to do so will lead to the demolition of these structures and possible revocation of land ownership.
In a notice issued by Felix Obuah, the Coordinator of the Abuja Municipal Management Council (AMMC), the administration raised concerns about the growing number of illegal structures and squatter settlements.
According to the FCTA, these sites have become shelters for individuals with questionable intentions, posing a serious threat to the safety of residents.
“The FCT Administration has noted with concern the rapid expansion of shanties and squatters within uncompleted buildings and undeveloped plots across the Federal Capital City.
“The Administration has also observed that these buildings and plots are being used as hideouts by men of questionable character, thereby posing a serious security challenge to residents,” the statement read.
Property owners are being instructed to take immediate steps to secure and develop their land. The administration warned that if the properties are not developed within the given three-month window, the land titles will be revoked, and the structures will be demolished.
“In view of the foregoing, all owners of these abandoned and uncompleted buildings, as well as undeveloped plots, are hereby directed to immediately develop and secure the properties within three months from the date of this announcement,” Obuah stated.
The FCTA emphasised that strict enforcement will follow if the directive is ignored, with appropriate measures being taken to protect the city’s environment and security.