Abuja High Court: Wike Vows to Demolish Houses on Water Channels

• Minister of FCT Nyesom Wike has vowed to demolish every structure on water channels across Abuja.
• The directive applies regardless of the owner's status or the timing of the demolition.
• Property owners in affected areas are advised to take immediate action to comply with the Minister's directive.
• Failure to comply may result in costly demolition and potential liability for any damage caused.

every structure erected on water channels across the territory will be pulled down

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has made a bold statement regarding the issue of flooding in Abuja. According to reports, he has vowed that every structure erected on water channels across the territory will be pulled down. This directive is not limited by the status of the owner or the timing of the demolition on the political calendar. The Minister's stance is a clear indication of his commitment to addressing the issue of flooding in Abuja.

The Nigeria Federal Capital Territory Law provides for regulations regarding water channel encroachment. However, it appears that these regulations have not been strictly enforced in the past. The Minister's directive is likely to be based on his interpretation of this law and his desire to ensure compliance with its provisions. It remains to be seen how this will play out in practice, particularly in terms of identifying which structures are in breach of the regulations.

The Minister's directive has significant implications for property owners in Abuja who have built on water channels. Lawyers advising clients with properties in this situation should advise them to take immediate action to comply with the Minister's directive, as failure to do so may result in costly demolition and potential liability for any damage caused. This is a critical issue that requires prompt attention from all stakeholders involved.

Lawyers advising clients with properties in Abuja's water channels should advise their clients to take immediate action to comply with the Minister's directive, as failure to do so may result in costly demolition and potential liability for any damage caused.

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