Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has initiated a series of demolitions targeting illegally built structures in Abuja, leaving many residents displaced. His actions, which have razed hundreds of homes in communities like Guzape and Kpaduma, have faced heavy criticism, particularly from indigenous residents who claim they were not given proper notice or compensation. Many of these communities now find themselves homeless, struggling to survive amidst economic hardship.
Residents have voiced their anger, accusing Wike of disregarding court orders meant to protect their homes. The situation has been exacerbated by the lack of dialogue between the government and the affected communities, as leaders argue that they were not consulted on the demolitions, despite their ancestral ties to the land. Calls for Wike to halt further destruction and prioritize resettlement have intensified as the human toll of the demolitions grows.
