The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has taken a decisive step by publishing a comprehensive list of 1,095 revoked property titles. This action targets entities and individuals who have failed to pay mandatory statutory land charges.
High-Profile Names and Prime Locations Affected
The list of affected property owners reads like a who's who of Nigeria's political and business elite. Among the prominent individuals named are former Kano State Governor Abdullahi Ganduje, former Cross River State Governor Donald Duke, and former First Lady Patience Jonathan. Also included are former Senate President David Mark and former Osun State Deputy Governor Iyiola Omisore.
The properties in question are situated in some of Abuja's most exclusive and high-value districts. The affected areas include Asokoro, Maitama, Garki, and Wuse. The FCTA's move underscores a significant crackdown on defaulters regardless of their social or political status.
Breaking Down the Defaults and Enforcement Timeline
According to the public notice signed by the FCTA management, the defaults are categorized into two main groups. A total of 835 properties failed to pay their ground rents, while another 260 properties defaulted on payment of violation fees and land use conversion charges.
The administration has issued a final 14-day grace period for compliance. This grace period is set to expire on November 25, 2025. Once this deadline passes, the FCTA has stated it will commence enforcement actions against all the listed properties. This could involve legal processes or other measures to reclaim the land.
What This Means for Property Owners and Abuja
This large-scale revocation signals the FCTA's stricter stance on enforcing land regulations and ensuring revenue collection. It serves as a stark warning to all property title holders in the Federal Capital Territory to regularize their land charges and obligations.
The publication of names, including those of very influential figures, demonstrates a commitment to transparency and the rule of law. It aims to prevent the accumulation of unpaid charges and maintain orderly urban development in the nation's capital. Property owners on the list are urged to settle their outstanding dues before the November 2025 deadline to avoid losing their assets.
