Ground Rent Tension: Influential Senator Fires Shot at Wike Over FCT Sealing of Properties
The ongoing tension over ground rent payment in Nigeria has sparked strong reactions from influential political figures, including Senator Ireti Kingibe. The senator recently criticized the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) over the controversial sealing of private properties due to unpaid ground rent.
In a public statement shared on her official Twitter handle, Senator Kingibe emphasized that while ground rent is a legitimate tax that must be paid, it should not be enforced arbitrarily or without adherence to due legal process. She warned that sealing off private properties without following established laws and procedures violates citizens’ rights and undermines the rule of law.
Senator Kingibe also reminded the FCTA and other government authorities that no individual or institution is above the law and that enforcement actions must comply with due process to avoid infringing on citizens’ property rights.
The tension surrounding ground rent has become a significant issue for residents, with many expressing concerns about sudden sealing of properties without proper notice or legal backing. The senator’s intervention highlights the need for transparent and lawful enforcement mechanisms to handle ground rent arrears.
Ground rent is a tax and should be paid but with due process. You cannot seal private properties without following the law.
— Senator Ireti Kingibe (@IretiKingibe) May 29, 2025
FCTA must respect the laws that govern us. No one is above the law.
#GroundRent #RuleOfLaw May 29, 2025
As the Federal Capital Territory continues to enforce ground rent policies, the call for fairness and respect for legal rights from lawmakers such as Senator Kingibe is expected to spark debates and potential policy reviews.
Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.
Labels: Ground Rent, FCTA, Senator Ireti Kingibe, Property Rights, Nigeria Politics