President Bola Tinubu has approved land allocations in Abuja for newly designated Ambassadors and High Commissioners, ensuring they have permanent homes in the capital upon their return from overseas postings.
Minister of the FCT Nyesom Wike announced the directive Wednesday during a courtesy call by the envoys, led by Foreign Ministry Permanent Secretary Dunoma Umar Ahmed.
“Mr. President called me and said these ambassadors would be leaving Nigeria,” Wike recounted.
He directed that before you leave this morning, each of you should have your form to fill for land allocation in Abuja so that when you come back, you don’t need to be staying in a hotel.”
Minister Wike charged the diplomats to serve as Nigeria’s “eyes and ears” abroad, countering misinformation—particularly claims that the country is sliding toward one-party rule.
“There is no attempt by Mr. President to make Nigeria a one-party state,” he said.
“The mere fact that one political party has a problem does not mean that Nigeria will be a one-party state, and that should be made clear.”
Minister Wike positioned the FCT as a magnet for foreign investment, spotlighting agriculture and waste management.
The territory boasts arable lands across its area councils, Wike noted, with talks underway with Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and Ireland.
“As a city, it is not proper to see indiscriminate disposal of refuse,” he added.
