A prominent civil-society coalition focused on governance, peace, and public accountability, Peace & Security Network (PSN), has issued a strong vote of confidence in the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, praising what it described as “landmark and transformative” reforms currently reshaping land administration in Abuja.
In a statement released over the weekend, PSN commended Wike for what it called a historic turnaround in the management of FCT lands, urging residents and influential stakeholders to support the minister’s efforts.
“We stand firmly behind Minister Wike’s commitment to good governance and constitutionalism. A prosperous Abuja is a collective responsibility, and we urge all Nigerians to support these reforms”, said the statement signed by Comrade James Okoronkwo, the group’s national coordinator.
According to the group, the FCT Administration under Wike has achieved unprecedented revenue recovery, including the retrieval of over ₦12 billion in outstanding ground-rent arrears—funds the organisation says are crucial to improving infrastructure and public services within the capital.
PSN also highlighted the mass regularisation of land titles, noting that thousands of residents have received long-awaited certificates of occupancy, which the organisation said has “ended decades of uncertainty” for property owners.
The launch of a paperless land-administration portal earned further praise, with the group saying the digital shift has reduced queues, removed bureaucratic bottlenecks, and significantly curtailed opportunities for corruption.
The civil-society network further applauded ongoing enforcement operations targeting illegal land occupation. It noted that both civilians and security personnel found to be violating land regulations are being held accountable—an approach it described as essential for restoring order and protecting public lands.
The group further emphasised that Wike has consistently upheld the 1999 Constitution and the Land Use Act, ensuring that land allocation follows due process and respects citizens’ rights.
PSN urged residents of the FCT to take advantage of ongoing reforms by registering their properties on the new online portal, using designated channels to report irregularities, and participating in town-hall meetings to stay informed.
The organisation also issued a pointed appeal to political elites, traditional authorities, security agencies, and other influential figures, warning against land grabbing and any attempts to use power to subvert due process. Such actions, the group said, constitute criminal offences that endanger peace and security in the territory.
Reiterating its unanimous vote of confidence, PSN pledged continued collaboration with the FCT Administration to build a more transparent and secure capital city.
