Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has ordered a 100% increase in compensation for residents of Guzape and Kpaduma communities in Abuja, displaced by an ongoing road construction project.
During a meeting held Monday with traditional rulers and community representatives, Wike assured the affected residents of immediate resettlement and the issuance of legal Right of Occupancy documents. The move follows growing concerns over delays and inadequate compensation for families affected by the infrastructure development.
“Increase their rate. If they are supposed to get N50, give them N100,” Wike said, directing the Resettlement Department to revise the compensation framework and accelerate the resettlement process.
He emphasized that the compensation applies strictly to structures within the designated road corridor, not the broader communities, ensuring fairness while keeping the development on track.
Wike reiterated that no resident would be displaced unjustly, stressing the FCTA’s commitment to equitable urban development. He described the road project as part of a larger plan to decongest traffic and improve connectivity across Abuja.
“We are not here to punish anyone; our goal is to build a modern city that works for everyone. But we must also ensure that people are treated justly in the process,” the minister said.
